C'est Magnifique!

[S.C.]

I am completely left spellbound by it! Lara once again proved to me that not only is she an exceptional artiste, but, she herself is a work of art. I undoubtedly felt every emotion in each song and was taken captive by the sheer genius of her haunting voice and lyrics. It's amazing to me that Lara is able to write and sing about such private emotions. Her lyrics are so raw and candid. The lyrics and the gravity of her voice cuts through to you like a knife. I am in total awe of Lara. She for whatever reasons lets her fans into her private, most intimate world. Where most of dare not let others tread, she opens her soul to all of us. At times while listening to the songs I felt as if I was invading Lara's most personal intimate space. It made me feel very uncomfortable and I felt as if I was trespassing. I did not want to take pleasure in enjoying such private and raw emotions those belonging to Lara.

Not only does Lara sing from her heart, but she IS her heart. It's there for all of us to see and adore. "A Wonderful Life" has shaken me to my core and I am so very thankful to Lara for sharing her beautiful voice and naked emotions to the world through the power of beautiful music of that belonging to Lara.

I can't say that I have a definite favourite song on "A Wonderful Life", because they're all fantastic, but, the songs that I found the most intimate and raw were "No Big Deal", "Conquered", Intoxicated" and "Walk Away". Lara is definitely the alpha and the omega of music!

[shavonfan]

Shavon, that is by far the most well written commentary I have ever read! You nailed it completely!

[S.C.]

Thanks, Mark. I also happen to think that besides "9", AWL is a masterpiece of exquisite music. It's definitely Lara at her very best.

[ocelot]

This album means so much to me. I was going through a real tough time in my life when A Wonderful Life came out and it felt like a gift from God. It truly helped me get on with my life. So many of the lyrics feel like I wrote them. I still listen to it whenever I'm struggling with something.

Lara never ceases to amaze me. And I'm so thankful for the gifts she has given me through her music.

[ocelot]

This is one album I don't think I'll ever get tired of. There's just so many memories of what this album has done for me, emotions in the music that I can constantly relate to, and amazing songs that keep on touching me when I hear them. It is also an album that I keep on having to return to. If I haven't listened to it in a couple of weeks I soon get the urge to listen to it again. It's that special to me.

[shavonfan]

Yeah, I agree! I really enjoyed reading Shavon's post again to begin this thread. What an incredible commentary!

[ocelot]

This album has also been a comfort to me at my worst moments. It helps me see past the pain, and frustration and let's me see the big picture. There are times when I'm going through a really rough time and I just sit down play the album not every thing is alright but I can cope with what I couldn't cope with a few hours before. If you have time during those bad times, I suggest you try it. Lara's music can do wonders.

[ocelot]

This album has been a great at encouraging me during my move.