Day 24 -- 30 Days of Truth

Make a playlist to someone, and explain why you chose all the songs

A few years ago, back when The Fiance was still The Boyfriend, I made a special tape for him to listen to when he missed me. The long-distance relationship book I was reading at the time, called such things a "fuzzy pole", something that brings comfort when what you really want isn't around.

I wrote the songs down for him but never really explained why I chose each one. Until now. (Song titles are linked to videos.)

Cross My Mind by Jill Scott: Overall, this song does not apply to The Fiance and me. The singer is reminiscing about an old love. But it's incredibly sexy and there's one particularly naughty verse that most definitely applies to us. *smiles knowingly*

Not Like Crazy by Jill Scott: Sometimes I'm amazed at The Fiance and my's relationship, so full of love and togetherness (in spite of having occasional disagreements) and connection. It's crazy. But not like we belong in an asylum, as the song says. More astonishment followed by a strong sense of gratitude.

Nothing by Jill Scott: Did I mention that I'm a HUUGE Jill Scott fan? The Fiance laughed at how much Jill Scott there was on his Fuzzy Pole tape. I can't help it. The woman's work just resonates with me. If you listen to this song, you'll see it's pretty self explanatory. It's a letter in itself.

He Loves Me by Jill Scott: Okay this is the last Jill Scott song. I promise! There are times that I can't believe that I've found someone to spend the rest of my life with, especially considering how many years I spent single and dateless. It's a miracle that I often revel in and this song is an expression of that. Too bad Jill Scott's relationship with Lyzel didn't last!

Nothing Can Come Between Us by Sade: When The Fiance and I first started dating, there were quite a few vocal people against us because of our religious differences. In the end though, nothing can come between us.

Can't Let Go by Anthony Hamilton: In the beginning of our relationship, I had to make some hard choices about whether The Fiance and I were going to remain a couple. Those religious voices were ringing loud in my ears. I eventually decided that I can't let go. I had no idea where we were headed, but I had every intention of finding out, regardless of what anyone else thought.

Where Would I Be by Kindred The Family Soul: I often wonder where I might be now if five years ago, I had politely rebuffed The Fiance's gentle advances instead of encouraging them, if I had not made a conscious decision to react to his interest in a way different from the ways I had reacted to previous suitors.

Ready for Love by India.Aire: I've talked about this song on my blog before. It explains my state of mind just before The Fiance and I met in the blogosphere.

I Love You by Sarah McLachlan: In addition to a Jill Scott fan, I'm also a Sarah McLaughlin fan. I seem to have a thing for female artists too. Don't know what's up with that. Anywho, I think this captures my initial hesitance to tell The Fiance that I loved him. He had to literally pry it out of me. It's not that I didn't feel it, but saying it seemed to progress the relationship faster than my predetermined timetable would allow. Silly girl.

Head Over Feet by Alanis Morrissette: I obviously must be head over heels in love with The Fiance if I'm sending him all these mushy love songs. It's getting so syrupy sweet in here even I feel like hurling.

Fallen by Lauren Wood: My favorite song from The Pretty Woman Soundtrack. It also describes me doing what I was so hesitant to do so early in our courtship.

Twenty Foreplay by Janet Jackson: This song is the mantra of my relationship. If you treat me right outside the bedroom, there's practically no limit to what I'll do for you in the bedroom. Just keeping it real.