Yello's Music Tastes

If you want the most Y2K sounding song of its time, it's this. I have absolutely no idea where I first heard this song. Maybe it was on the radio? Maybe my sister played it for me? Who knows. But this is one of those songs that have always stuck out to me over the years, because it represents the fun, upbeat dance music of the early 2000's. Back then, lyrics didn't need have deeper meaning, with each line analyzed and dissected. The words makes just enough sense to convey bliss and happiness.

In hindsight, this is the "I'm 4 and this is deep" song. Again, I have NO idea where I first heard this song, but I assume it was from the radio, since it was a big hit back then. I even hear it sometimes during one of those throwback playlists and radio stations. But this song is what I imagine early 2000's angsty ballads sounded like. Despite the extremely simplistic lyrics and melodies, even a child like me to feel this sense of deep anguish and longing for someone. That's the true power of music, conveying such powerful emotions to someone who hasn't even experienced it.

Now if you wanna know a slightly edgy song that child me would feel guilty for enjoying, it's this 2000's rock-coated song. I find it funny how all of these 80's references flew over my head, including Madonna. But this song is proof that nostalgia will always be prevelant, no matter the decade. I'm surprised that this rock jam has a slightly deeper meaning of being stuck in the past, something I'm extremely guilty of. Cuz now I'm feeling nostalgic over this song about feeling nostalgic...woah.

This is arguably one of the best songs of my generation. But since this was under the Disney umbrella, I don't think this song got the recognition it deserved. Of course, now that the 2000's Disney channel nostalgia has officially established itself at this point, this track is finally getting its flowers. Unlike the overly-glittery trap that most Disney songs fall into, this is straight-up a perfect song; the melodies, the instrumentals, even the slightly cheesy lyrics all blend together so well. If this wasn't deeply tied to Disney, I think this would've been a gigantic radio hit.

THIS is the ballad that meant the most to me as a kid. Everything around this song was emblematic of my tastes at the time. I was so unashamed to be enjoying "girly" and "cheesy" Disney songs. Looking back, I was lucky to grow up experiencing the peak of Disney Channel music, including songs by the literal certified legend, Miley Cyrus. I swear she sounds so good in every type of genre, including power ballads. While this song is nothing more than pure motivation, I think the message is universal, even for now grown-ups like me. In an age where instant success is so prevalant nowadays, this song is a great reminder for me to accept the journey as the best part, both triumphs and failures.

I feel like there's two camps in terms of musicals, the theater geeks that live and breathe the classics, or those that think musicals are incredibly cheesy and predictable. I fall into neither category. I respect musicals but I don't feel the same emotions that hardcore fans do. The only exception is High School Musical. There's something about how each song tying into the plot that made it so magical for me. And this song is a perfect representation. It's a uplifting moment both as a song and in the movie. Yes, the lyrics and melodies are cheesy. But hearing this song always puts a smile on my face because of the feel-good message. It doesn't come across as partonizing, it's just a reminder to appreciate what we have now because it won't be forever, much like this moment in time for me.

If you want the most Y2K sounding song of its time, it's this. I have absolutely no idea where I first heard this song. Maybe it was on the radio? Maybe my sister played it for me? Who knows. But this is one of those songs that have always stuck out to me over the years, because it represents the fun, upbeat dance music of the early 2000's. Back then, lyrics didn't need have deeper meaning, with each line analyzed and dissected. The words makes just enough sense to convey bliss and happiness.

If you want the most Y2K sounding song of its time, it's this. I have absolutely no idea where I first heard this song. Maybe it was on the radio? Maybe my sister played it for me? Who knows. But this is one of those songs that have always stuck out to me over the years, because it represents the fun, upbeat dance music of the early 2000's. Back then, lyrics didn't need have deeper meaning, with each line analyzed and dissected. The words makes just enough sense to convey bliss and happiness.

If you want the most Y2K sounding song of its time, it's this. I have absolutely no idea where I first heard this song. Maybe it was on the radio? Maybe my sister played it for me? Who knows. But this is one of those songs that have always stuck out to me over the years, because it represents the fun, upbeat dance music of the early 2000's. Back then, lyrics didn't need have deeper meaning, with each line analyzed and dissected. The words makes just enough sense to convey bliss and happiness.

If you want the most Y2K sounding song of its time, it's this. I have absolutely no idea where I first heard this song. Maybe it was on the radio? Maybe my sister played it for me? Who knows. But this is one of those songs that have always stuck out to me over the years, because it represents the fun, upbeat dance music of the early 2000's. Back then, lyrics didn't need have deeper meaning, with each line analyzed and dissected. The words makes just enough sense to convey bliss and happiness.

If you want the most Y2K sounding song of its time, it's this. I have absolutely no idea where I first heard this song. Maybe it was on the radio? Maybe my sister played it for me? Who knows. But this is one of those songs that have always stuck out to me over the years, because it represents the fun, upbeat dance music of the early 2000's. Back then, lyrics didn't need have deeper meaning, with each line analyzed and dissected. The words makes just enough sense to convey bliss and happiness.

If you want the most Y2K sounding song of its time, it's this. I have absolutely no idea where I first heard this song. Maybe it was on the radio? Maybe my sister played it for me? Who knows. But this is one of those songs that have always stuck out to me over the years, because it represents the fun, upbeat dance music of the early 2000's. Back then, lyrics didn't need have deeper meaning, with each line analyzed and dissected. The words makes just enough sense to convey bliss and happiness.

If you want the most Y2K sounding song of its time, it's this. I have absolutely no idea where I first heard this song. Maybe it was on the radio? Maybe my sister played it for me? Who knows. But this is one of those songs that have always stuck out to me over the years, because it represents the fun, upbeat dance music of the early 2000's. Back then, lyrics didn't need have deeper meaning, with each line analyzed and dissected. The words makes just enough sense to convey bliss and happiness.

If you want the most Y2K sounding song of its time, it's this. I have absolutely no idea where I first heard this song. Maybe it was on the radio? Maybe my sister played it for me? Who knows. But this is one of those songs that have always stuck out to me over the years, because it represents the fun, upbeat dance music of the early 2000's. Back then, lyrics didn't need have deeper meaning, with each line analyzed and dissected. The words makes just enough sense to convey bliss and happiness.

If you want the most Y2K sounding song of its time, it's this. I have absolutely no idea where I first heard this song. Maybe it was on the radio? Maybe my sister played it for me? Who knows. But this is one of those songs that have always stuck out to me over the years, because it represents the fun, upbeat dance music of the early 2000's. Back then, lyrics didn't need have deeper meaning, with each line analyzed and dissected. The words makes just enough sense to convey bliss and happiness.

If you want the most Y2K sounding song of its time, it's this. I have absolutely no idea where I first heard this song. Maybe it was on the radio? Maybe my sister played it for me? Who knows. But this is one of those songs that have always stuck out to me over the years, because it represents the fun, upbeat dance music of the early 2000's. Back then, lyrics didn't need have deeper meaning, with each line analyzed and dissected. The words makes just enough sense to convey bliss and happiness.

If you want the most Y2K sounding song of its time, it's this. I have absolutely no idea where I first heard this song. Maybe it was on the radio? Maybe my sister played it for me? Who knows. But this is one of those songs that have always stuck out to me over the years, because it represents the fun, upbeat dance music of the early 2000's. Back then, lyrics didn't need have deeper meaning, with each line analyzed and dissected. The words makes just enough sense to convey bliss and happiness.

If you want the most Y2K sounding song of its time, it's this. I have absolutely no idea where I first heard this song. Maybe it was on the radio? Maybe my sister played it for me? Who knows. But this is one of those songs that have always stuck out to me over the years, because it represents the fun, upbeat dance music of the early 2000's. Back then, lyrics didn't need have deeper meaning, with each line analyzed and dissected. The words makes just enough sense to convey bliss and happiness.

If you want the most Y2K sounding song of its time, it's this. I have absolutely no idea where I first heard this song. Maybe it was on the radio? Maybe my sister played it for me? Who knows. But this is one of those songs that have always stuck out to me over the years, because it represents the fun, upbeat dance music of the early 2000's. Back then, lyrics didn't need have deeper meaning, with each line analyzed and dissected. The words makes just enough sense to convey bliss and happiness.

If you want the most Y2K sounding song of its time, it's this. I have absolutely no idea where I first heard this song. Maybe it was on the radio? Maybe my sister played it for me? Who knows. But this is one of those songs that have always stuck out to me over the years, because it represents the fun, upbeat dance music of the early 2000's. Back then, lyrics didn't need have deeper meaning, with each line analyzed and dissected. The words makes just enough sense to convey bliss and happiness.

If you want the most Y2K sounding song of its time, it's this. I have absolutely no idea where I first heard this song. Maybe it was on the radio? Maybe my sister played it for me? Who knows. But this is one of those songs that have always stuck out to me over the years, because it represents the fun, upbeat dance music of the early 2000's. Back then, lyrics didn't need have deeper meaning, with each line analyzed and dissected. The words makes just enough sense to convey bliss and happiness.