I choose the song “How Sweet is to be Loved By You” by James Taylor because it reminds me of special memories I’ve had with my mother over the years. After my Mother passed away, I’ve had many things to remind myself that she’s always there, including this song. The song starts off with a tone that is happy and pure just like my mother’s optimistic personality. The way the music is all upbeat and has a catchy rhythm reminds me of classic groups like the Beatles, the Police, and Bob Marley. My mother and I would listen to this music whenever she was driving. It also reminds me of fun things I did with my mom, like watching movies, tv shows, and asking how my day went. It also reminds me of how much she loved and cared for me whenever she helped me with my school work and bought whichever videogames came out. A lyric that stands out to me is “I needed the shelter of someone’s arms and there you were.” I’m able to connect to this quote so well because it makes me flashback to all the times my mom was there for me whether I was mad, sad, or stressed, she was always was there to comfort me during those times. This quote also represents that her house was always my home, no matter what, even if I ever ended up moving out, she would always be there to accept me and keep me safe. In another quote James Taylor sings, “I needed someone to understand my ups and downs and there you were.” This quote identifies how my mom would always be there and help me find a solution to the situation by listening to problems I’ve had, whether it came to school, family, or work. Another important quote that caught my attention was “I close my eyes at night wondering where I would be without you in my life.” This quote links to how I would wonder if I didn’t have my mom what position would I be in, and how would I feel? In the end this song makes me feel all kinds of emotions, like happiness. Reflecting on great memories I’ve had with mom from childhood to kid to teenager makes me feel a strange mixture of emotions like regret, sadness, delight, and in the end happiness. This song speaks to me in a special way because of this and will always have a special place in my heart from here on out.