Yana's Cozy little Music Corner

memories

These are little moments from my life, each connected to a song. Whenever I hear that song again, it takes me right back to that memory and the way it felt in that moment.

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• Memory 2
• Memory 3
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• Memory 5
• Memory 6
• Memory 7
• Memory 8

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Outside

Ellie Goulding

This memory brings me back to summer 2014, when me and my niece went on vacation together for the very first time. This song always played on the radio when we were driving somewhere and it just always brings me back to that moment.

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Best Part

Daniel Caesar

This song reminds me of the beginning of my relationship with my boyfriend. He used to play it on his electric guitar all the time, and I loved listening to him play. Somehow, without us even realizing it, it became our song. Now, whenever I hear Best Part by Daniel Caesar, it instantly takes me back to those early days of our relationship and all the little moments we shared.

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Raining In Manila

Lola Amour

This song reminds me of my trip to the Philippines after not being there for such a long time. The last time I had visited, I was too young to really remember or experience everything. But this time, I was finally old enough to make memories that would stay with me. Raining in Manila was playing on the radio everywhere we went, and I heard it so many times during that trip. Now, whenever I hear this song, it instantly takes me back to the Philippines and all the memories I made there with my family.

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River Flows In You

Yiruma

*River Flows in You* was the very first difficult song I managed to learn completely on the piano. It took a lot of practice, but I was so proud of myself when I could finally play the whole thing from beginning to end. I remember feeling so accomplished because it was the first time I had learned something that challenging. No matter how many songs I learn to play, this one will always be special to me because it was my first big achievement on the piano.

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Yes Sir I Can Boogie

Baccara

When I was little, I absolutely hated brushing my teeth, so my dad always had to do it for me. To distract me, he would sing Yes Sir, I Can Boogie while brushing my teeth. He would sing it a few times so I knew how much longer it would take, and I would try to sing along instead of focusing on getting my teeth brushed. Somehow, he managed to turn something I really didn't like into a fun little routine. Now, whenever I hear this song, it reminds me of those funny little moments with my dad.

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Dancing In The Moonlight

Toploader

In the Philippines, turning 18 is a really big deal for girls. It's celebrated with a big party, a beautiful venue, lots of decorations and a whole program filled with special moments. For my 18th birthday, I got to experience this tradition myself. One of my favorite memories from that night was dancing a practised dance to Dancing in the Moonlight with my family and friends. It was such a special moment, being surrounded by all the people I love and celebrating together. Now, whenever I hear this song, it takes me straight back to my 18th birthday and that unforgettable night.

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Pluto Projector

Rex Orange County

We used to play this song all the time while making plans, sharing ideas and figuring out how to turn our dreams into reality. Everything was so new and exciting, and we were both so full of ideas for what we wanted to create. Whenever I hear this song now, it takes me right back to those early days, all the planning, the excitement and the feeling of starting something that was truly our own.

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On the Floor

Jennifer Lopez

On the Floor by Jennifer Lopez reminds me of all the Filipino parties I used to go to when I was younger. This song would play all the time, and I remember being surrounded by so many family members and friends, everyone dancing, singing and having the best time together. I miss those parties and that time in my life so much. Whenever I hear this song now, I instantly get this overwhelming feeling of nostalgia. It brings me right back to those happy memories and makes me wish I could relive those moments all over again.