Beck — Turn Away
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Turn turn away
From the sound of your own voice
Calling no one, just a silence
Run to see you at the edge
Fall off the avalanche
Turn away
Hold hold the light
That fixes you in time
Keeps you under
Takes you over the wall
That love divides between waking and slumber
Turn away
Turn turn away
From the weight of your own past
It's magic for the devil
And betray the lack of change
Once you have spoken
Turn away
From the sound of your own voice
Calling no one, just a silence
Run to see you at the edge
Fall off the avalanche
Turn away
Hold hold the light
That fixes you in time
Keeps you under
Takes you over the wall
That love divides between waking and slumber
Turn away
Turn turn away
From the weight of your own past
It's magic for the devil
And betray the lack of change
Once you have spoken
Turn away
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Thanks.
i always feel melancholy when i hear this, but i do really like it.
itsme_bygolly wrote:
I do my best to separate the artist from the art. That said, I fail often enough to understand. For me, it's Tom Petty. He was, by most accounts, a truly awful person but I got to admit he could string chords together in an incredible way. Don't mess with Beck. He's a level 5 Thetan and can self-actualize your face until it's a puddle of goo.
I do my best to separate the artist from the art. That said, I fail often enough to understand. For me, it's Tom Petty. He was, by most accounts, a truly awful person but I got to admit he could string chords together in an incredible way. Don't mess with Beck. He's a level 5 Thetan and can self-actualize your face until it's a puddle of goo.
I find it hard to believe that I do not have this album in my library given that every track I hear from it, here on the glory that is Radio Paradise, I absolutely love!
MayBaby wrote:
Pfft. Nothing is overplayed here.
Sadly, this used to be true.
Pfft. Nothing is overplayed here.
Sadly, this used to be true.
7 -> 8. Lovely
k_trout wrote:
Your taint is your business,
I dig his music, don't have any in my library. His Scientology taints his work......
Your taint is your business,
Just listen to the music......who really cares about all that other stuff.
Keep politics & beliefs OUT of music if you truly appreciate.
Keep politics & beliefs OUT of music if you truly appreciate.
k_trout wrote:
I do my best to separate the artist from the art. That said, I fail often enough to understand. For me, it's Tom Petty. He was, by most accounts, a truly awful person but I got to admit he could string chords together in an incredible way. Don't mess with Beck. He's a level 5 Thetan and can self-actualize your face until it's a puddle of goo.
I dig his music, don't have any in my library. His Scientology taints his work......
I do my best to separate the artist from the art. That said, I fail often enough to understand. For me, it's Tom Petty. He was, by most accounts, a truly awful person but I got to admit he could string chords together in an incredible way. Don't mess with Beck. He's a level 5 Thetan and can self-actualize your face until it's a puddle of goo.
k_trout wrote:
For what it's worth....
https://www.rollingstone.com/m...
I dig his music, don't have any in my library. His Scientology taints his work......
For what it's worth....
https://www.rollingstone.com/m...
Beck is so interesting.
Have no idea why.
He just is.
I dig his music, don't have any in my library. His Scientology taints his work......
Interestingly enough, I am hearing a lot of Crosby, Stills and Nash in this song. The vocals are super engaging through the entire piece
One day, we will all be Beck where we came from.
Honeyed lyrics. Love the man. Always interesting. Whatever he does.
It took me a long time to warm up to Beck, but I've come around. Consider the artists commenters have compared this song to, then check out the "associated acts" section ofnthe linked Wikipedia article; this guy defines "eclectic".
Jeez. That 'Flac' setting on the player really works. :-)
Peter_K wrote:
Pfft. Nothing is overplayed here.
Originally I rated this song ho hum, but now that you've killed it by over playing it I have re-rated it sicko barfo...
Pfft. Nothing is overplayed here.
Bill.
You keep saying "From his album Morning Change.."
But it is in fact "Morning Phase"
You keep saying "From his album Morning Change.."
But it is in fact "Morning Phase"
This really caught my ear, it really sounds like a lost Pink Floyd song. Big thumbs up to it.
hbs47 wrote:
Sounds more like David Gilmore/PF to me. There's a lot more space in most S&G recordings.
His Simon and Garfunkle phase?
Sounds more like David Gilmore/PF to me. There's a lot more space in most S&G recordings.
This guy is so versatile.
His Simon and Garfunkle phase?
Great song. I like Beck. You never know what you're going to get album to album. THAT's how to do it.
valenteenetamoskaleva wrote:
Actually , the song following this one today is from Paul Simon.
Wow! i was so sure its Simon and Garfunkel
Actually , the song following this one today is from Paul Simon.
Vocals are very much like Gilmour, and the melody reminds me of Roger Waters circa 1970.
slandering wrote:
I have never heard of this Islander. So for me Back is OK.
this is an exact copy of the island singer asgeir - shame on you beck
I have never heard of this Islander. So for me Back is OK.
To use another commenter's phrase, to all of you warblers carrying on about plagiarism, autotune, etc., take Beck's advice: Turn, turn away...
Gednabb wrote:
That's because it sounds exactly like them. Almost plagiarism in my book, in spirit if not actual, leagal, plagarism.
"Exactly"? Which song exactly? The vocals sound nothing like S&G. While it's very likely he was influenced by them (as were hundreds of recording artists), I suspect the definition of "plagiarism" in your book is pretty far-reaching.
That's because it sounds exactly like them. Almost plagiarism in my book, in spirit if not actual, leagal, plagarism.
"Exactly"? Which song exactly? The vocals sound nothing like S&G. While it's very likely he was influenced by them (as were hundreds of recording artists), I suspect the definition of "plagiarism" in your book is pretty far-reaching.
meatmike wrote:
Very great suggestion, meatmike! I find I do this almost spontaneously each time it plays. Sorry work...ain't getting any done for the 3 minutes of this gem of a track. Long Live RP!!
Okay, to even begin to understand this song:
Turn off your smartphone.
Turn off your iPad.
Minimize all screens on your computer (except radio paradise).
Take several deep breaths.
Put your earbuds in or your headphones on.
Listen-to the whole song (it's very hard, but try).
I'm sorry he made it so hard.
Turn off your smartphone.
Turn off your iPad.
Minimize all screens on your computer (except radio paradise).
Take several deep breaths.
Put your earbuds in or your headphones on.
Listen-to the whole song (it's very hard, but try).
I'm sorry he made it so hard.
Very great suggestion, meatmike! I find I do this almost spontaneously each time it plays. Sorry work...ain't getting any done for the 3 minutes of this gem of a track. Long Live RP!!
Okay, to even begin to understand this song:
Turn off your smartphone.
Turn off your iPad.
Minimize all screens on your computer (except radio paradise).
Take several deep breaths.
Put your earbuds in or your headphones on.
Listen-to the whole song (it's very hard, but try).
I'm sorry he made it so hard.
Turn off your smartphone.
Turn off your iPad.
Minimize all screens on your computer (except radio paradise).
Take several deep breaths.
Put your earbuds in or your headphones on.
Listen-to the whole song (it's very hard, but try).
I'm sorry he made it so hard.
What is that, fifth song in a row that I rated 7 and more? I didn't PSD or anything, so that's nice :-)
Great set!!!
radioparadise9 wrote:
Nobody is perfect.
That said, "scientology" seems little more than a pyramid scam.
The "beliefs" are risible and make Catholicism relatively rational.
I know who you are radioparadise9....The songs......the comments under different names...Smooth move Rockit Man!
Nobody is perfect.
That said, "scientology" seems little more than a pyramid scam.
The "beliefs" are risible and make Catholicism relatively rational.
I know who you are radioparadise9....The songs......the comments under different names...Smooth move Rockit Man!
Rockit999 wrote:
Nobody is perfect.
That said, "scientology" seems little more than a pyramid scam.
The "beliefs" are risible and make Catholicism relatively rational. [Relatively, not absolutely]
How can such a brilliant man be a scientologist?
Nobody is perfect.
That said, "scientology" seems little more than a pyramid scam.
The "beliefs" are risible and make Catholicism relatively rational. [Relatively, not absolutely]
I liked this more before I saw the album cover...
Imkirok wrote:
I was thinking David Gilmour.
Same here.
I was thinking David Gilmour.
Same here.
very striking
i
like
beck
(thereisaiditandiamnotsorry)
i
like
beck
(thereisaiditandiamnotsorry)
Wow! i was so sure its Simon and Garfunkel
Imkirok wrote:
I was thinking David Gilmour.
Absolutely.
I was thinking David Gilmour.
Absolutely.
Emwolb wrote:
I was thinking David Gilmour.
very Moody Bluesy
I was thinking David Gilmour.
Of all the artist featured on RP, I think Beck is the most "Baskin & Robbins" like, as he seems to feature a new "flavor" of music with each album, and even within an album. His Wiki page says his music "encompasses folk, funk, soul, hip-hop, alternative rock, country and psychedelia” and I’m not complaining…I love the vast variety, although often I’m left with a “what’s this?” feeling after hearing something of his.
This track though….I’m bumping it to a 9 today. Not sure if I can name many of his tunes (don’t get me started on ‘Loser’ though) although I usually find myself either skipping in disgust or thinking “wow Beck’s pretty good.”
As for the scientology issue….I don’t really give a damn….he can believe in Aliens having seeded the earth and yadayadayada….I’ll just enjoy his music. Long Live RP!!
Emwolb wrote:
Absolutely
very Moody Bluesy
Absolutely
How can such a brilliant man be a scientologist?
interesting
very Moody Bluesy
What a nice tune... not heard this before!
Pjesnik wrote:
Exactly. Grantchester meadows.
Also reminiscent of "Comfortably Numb".
Exactly. Grantchester meadows.
Also reminiscent of "Comfortably Numb".
jimvanders wrote:
Indeed! If the rest of the album is like this track, consider me investigating bek further.
It is an excellent album. Very powerful in an understated way.
Indeed! If the rest of the album is like this track, consider me investigating bek further.
It is an excellent album. Very powerful in an understated way.
Jota wrote:
Exactly. Grantchester meadows.
Very Floydish.
Exactly. Grantchester meadows.
jbuhl wrote:
What the heck are you warbling on about? There's no auto tune here. Probably plenty of takes to get it right, is all. It's a beautiful song, just sit back and enjoy.
Heavy Auto Tune eh? But I like it.
What the heck are you warbling on about? There's no auto tune here. Probably plenty of takes to get it right, is all. It's a beautiful song, just sit back and enjoy.
From, mm. the sound of your own voice
maboleth wrote:
I'd rather be a sparrow than a snail. Which wasn't original to S&G either.
I like Beck generally, when he's experimenting, but this sounds like copy&paste of something I can't pinpoint exactly. Simon&Garfunkel perhaps?
I'd rather be a sparrow than a snail. Which wasn't original to S&G either.
Very Floydish.
so nice
love
I said Heavy on the autotune
OHMish wrote:
Don't think so.
Just Crosby/Stills/Nash/Simon/Garfunkel ish
second to last paragraph of review
https://www.vivascene.com/beck-morning-phase-album-review/
OHMish wrote:
Don't think so.
Just Crosby/Stills/Nash/Simon/Garfunkel ish
second to last paragraph of review
https://www.vivascene.com/beck-morning-phase-album-review/
very much reminds me of brian Wilson ! great song
Beck is an incredibly versatile artist. Think of the arc of his music from Mellow Gold to the present. The first few notes of this song I thought it was CSN, and yes, it is resonant of Simon & Garfunkle, and Elliot Smith too. He's retro, yet always out front, always changing it up (think Mutations followed by Midnite Vultures and then by Sea Change). Haven't head this song before or anything from his latest album. Makes me want to check it out.
Cover photo shows a bit of age in his face- is it possible for this perpetually punky hipster to get old?
Cover photo shows a bit of age in his face- is it possible for this perpetually punky hipster to get old?
jimvanders wrote:
Indeed! If the rest of the album is like this track, consider me investigating bek further.
I quite like this album, give it a go :)
Indeed! If the rest of the album is like this track, consider me investigating bek further.
I quite like this album, give it a go :)
I like Beck generally, when he's experimenting, but this sounds like copy&paste of something I can't pinpoint exactly. Simon&Garfunkel perhaps?
jimvanders wrote:
i know what you mean, it has after all been hours
Wow...Beck? Finally!
i know what you mean, it has after all been hours
dew34 wrote:
Indeed! If the rest of the album is like this track, consider me investigating bek further.
I call this album outstanding and helped make Beck more appealing to me.
Indeed! If the rest of the album is like this track, consider me investigating bek further.
Wow...Beck? Finally!
jbuhl wrote:
Don't think so.
Just Crosby/Stills/Nash/Simon/Garfunkel ish
Heavy Auto Tune eh? But I like it.
Don't think so.
Just Crosby/Stills/Nash/Simon/Garfunkel ish
Heavy Auto Tune eh? But I like it.
this is an exact copy of the island singer asgeir - shame on you beck
These lyrics make no sense!
Kaisersosay wrote:
He didn't say what else was in the garage...
Wait, you get a BJ 8 times a month and have sex 8 times a month,,,,,,and you drive a BMW only 8 times a month? I think I'd have to give up on all that sex just to drive that fine machine...
He didn't say what else was in the garage...
I call this album outstanding and helped make Beck more appealing to me.
Aural_not_Oral wrote:
I was just thinking that too
It's Elliot Smithy. nice
I was just thinking that too
Originally I rated this song ho hum, but now that you've killed it by over playing it I have re-rated it sicko barfo...
It's Elliot Smithy. nice
Peter_K wrote:
Oh, you want the meta discussion board! That's down the hall on the left.
way too much air time....
Oh, you want the meta discussion board! That's down the hall on the left.
Kaisersosay wrote:
well not all that is.....
Wait, you get a BJ 8 times a month and have sex 8 times a month,,,,,,and you drive a BMW only 8 times a month? I think I'd have to give up on all that sex just to drive that fine machine...
well not all that is.....
dragon1952 wrote:
Gee ...... 8 times in a month.....how horrible. Is driving my BMW more than 8 times a month bad.....nope. Is having sex more than 8 times a month bad.....nope. How about a BJ more than 8 times a month?....nope. Listening to an awesome song 8 times a month....so what's that....once every 3 or 4 days? Gee....how horrible :^ /
Wait, you get a BJ 8 times a month and have sex 8 times a month,,,,,,and you drive a BMW only 8 times a month? I think I'd have to give up on all that sex just to drive that fine machine...
Gee ...... 8 times in a month.....how horrible. Is driving my BMW more than 8 times a month bad.....nope. Is having sex more than 8 times a month bad.....nope. How about a BJ more than 8 times a month?....nope. Listening to an awesome song 8 times a month....so what's that....once every 3 or 4 days? Gee....how horrible :^ /
dragon1952 wrote:
Gee ...... 8 times in a month.....how horrible. Is driving my BMW more than 8 times a month bad.....nope. Is having sex more than 8 times a month bad.....nope. How about a BJ more than 8 times a month?....nope. Listening to an awesome song 8 times a month....so what's that....once every 3 or 4 days? Gee....how horrible :^ /
Logic moves not the crybaby.
Gee ...... 8 times in a month.....how horrible. Is driving my BMW more than 8 times a month bad.....nope. Is having sex more than 8 times a month bad.....nope. How about a BJ more than 8 times a month?....nope. Listening to an awesome song 8 times a month....so what's that....once every 3 or 4 days? Gee....how horrible :^ /
Logic moves not the crybaby.
Very nice song.
Very nice album.
Very nice album.
ChrisVIII wrote:
8 times in the last 30 days, that is indeed a lot for RP ! And the song is not even rated that high... it's good but not more than many.
Gee ...... 8 times in a month.....how horrible. Is driving my BMW more than 8 times a month bad.....nope. Is having sex more than 8 times a month bad.....nope. How about a BJ more than 8 times a month?....nope. Listening to an awesome song 8 times a month....so what's that....once every 3 or 4 days? Gee....how horrible :^ /
8 times in the last 30 days, that is indeed a lot for RP ! And the song is not even rated that high... it's good but not more than many.
Gee ...... 8 times in a month.....how horrible. Is driving my BMW more than 8 times a month bad.....nope. Is having sex more than 8 times a month bad.....nope. How about a BJ more than 8 times a month?....nope. Listening to an awesome song 8 times a month....so what's that....once every 3 or 4 days? Gee....how horrible :^ /
Peter_K wrote:
8 times in the last 30 days, that is indeed a lot for RP ! And the song is not even rated that high... it's good but not more than many.
way too much air time....
8 times in the last 30 days, that is indeed a lot for RP ! And the song is not even rated that high... it's good but not more than many.
"Fall off the avalanche"-?
OK... Spins me off wondering WTF does that mean-?
Too much coffee this morning-? Possibly. T
OK... Spins me off wondering WTF does that mean-?
Too much coffee this morning-? Possibly. T
way too much air time....
Ropes wrote:
Indeed... it's really more like a suite that requires listening all of the way through. This is what I often do while preparing a weekend breakfast, as it really lends itself to early morning listening.
I bought the hi-res FLAC version from HD Tracks. I haven't yet listened to it on my high-end DAP (assuredly not a Pono—sorry, Neil), but look forward to doing so.
An incredible album.
Indeed... it's really more like a suite that requires listening all of the way through. This is what I often do while preparing a weekend breakfast, as it really lends itself to early morning listening.
I bought the hi-res FLAC version from HD Tracks. I haven't yet listened to it on my high-end DAP (assuredly not a Pono—sorry, Neil), but look forward to doing so.
My favourite album from 2014, but really all of the songs are good on this album, so I don't know why it seems that this is the only track played from it. It's probably me just tuning in at the "wrong" time.
An incredible album.
Stuff_n_Nonsense wrote:
+1
This is a wonderfully coherent album, meticulously refined to the finest detail while maintaining a big picture, thematic whole in both lyrics and musical composition. I often come home after a long day of work and just listen to it straight through without doing anything else. Just dedicated listening time.
+1
This is a wonderfully coherent album, meticulously refined to the finest detail while maintaining a big picture, thematic whole in both lyrics and musical composition. I often come home after a long day of work and just listen to it straight through without doing anything else. Just dedicated listening time.
Mmm this started right along the most refreshing summer rain... After days of 30°C+ temps... Felt awesome :))
mach-hog wrote:
But it! If you like this song, you will not be disappointed. In my opinion thesis his finest album to date and the one that I keep playing over and over. :)
First listen of this track for me. I liked it a lot, and look forward to hearing more selections from the album. Might have to buy this one!
But it! If you like this song, you will not be disappointed. In my opinion thesis his finest album to date and the one that I keep playing over and over. :)
First listen of this track for me. I liked it a lot, and look forward to hearing more selections from the album. Might have to buy this one!
FrankRizzo wrote:
That's because it sounds exactly like them. Almost plagiarism in my book, in spirit if not actual, leagal, plagarism.
I get a Simon and Garfunkel vibe from this song.
That's because it sounds exactly like them. Almost plagiarism in my book, in spirit if not actual, leagal, plagarism.
I get a Simon and Garfunkel vibe from this song.
This is just lame.
Know what you mean. Except I wasn't in high school. But I did have my head in the sand
KaraokeVox wrote:
KaraokeVox wrote:
"and now for something completely different..."
this guy comes on the mainstream music scene when i am in highschool and and i did not take him seriously at all.
but he is very good
this guy comes on the mainstream music scene when i am in highschool and and i did not take him seriously at all.
but he is very good
DaidyBoy wrote:
Bit obscure but definitely real:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hqh_bh77hK0
Thanks DaidyBoy. I'm not going doolally after all!
Bit obscure but definitely real:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hqh_bh77hK0
Thanks DaidyBoy. I'm not going doolally after all!
Mr B's 3rd/4th incarnation. He is catching up with Mr Bowie.
The_Walrus wrote:
Bit obscure but definitely real:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hqh_bh77hK0
When I heard the opening notes I thought it was going to be "Granny takes a Trip" by the Purple Gang. No-one over here has ever heard of it and thinks I made it up! Do any of you guys know it?
Bit obscure but definitely real:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hqh_bh77hK0
"and now for something completely different..."
this guy comes on the mainstream music scene when i am in highschool and and i did not take him seriously at all.
but he is very good
this guy comes on the mainstream music scene when i am in highschool and and i did not take him seriously at all.
but he is very good
A long way from Cold Brains,...this gets an 8 from me.
RIP Catherine, our dear sister. May your love stay in our hearts and light the rest of our days.
Hold hold the light
That fixes you in time
Keeps you under
Takes you over the wall
That love divides between waking and slumber
Turn away
Hold hold the light
That fixes you in time
Keeps you under
Takes you over the wall
That love divides between waking and slumber
Turn away
Beck does it again. This is a terrific album.
But wait, there's more…Bill just pampered our ears with a beautiful transition from A Filetta — Like a Breath of Air to this. Is there no escaping the wonder? Hope not!
RP is this a secret mission?! Slaying me with Patty Griffin's "Let Him Fly", then this Beck song which never fails to move even jaded me?!
The modalities reminiscent of all the best of the complex hidden in simplicities. Perfection of hundreds of years of Common Practise yet here barely perceived.
TdP...
The modalities reminiscent of all the best of the complex hidden in simplicities. Perfection of hundreds of years of Common Practise yet here barely perceived.
TdP...
The vocals indeed sound like David Gilmour. I am very surprised by how good and quiet the song is.
A "quiet" album but definitely one to sit down, turn up loud, and get involved in! It does not disappoint. 
I love Beck's new album..."Turn Away" is very Moody Blues...great sounds
Now see other listeners can hear early Simon & Garfunkel and David Gilmour...yes...
Now see other listeners can hear early Simon & Garfunkel and David Gilmour...yes...
't agree more, I'm very surprised!!woodchuk wrote:
Couldn't agree more, I'm very surprised.
IMHO Beck really is a very talented musician. This effort does not disappoint!
Couldn't agree more, I'm very surprised.
helloitsme wrote:
Well, there are only 12 unique notes, but there is a similar feeling in part of the vocal melody, plus that minor-key thing.
On the Simon and Garfunkel question: guitar.
I heard a few notes from "El Condor Pasa."
I heard a few notes from "El Condor Pasa."
Well, there are only 12 unique notes, but there is a similar feeling in part of the vocal melody, plus that minor-key thing.
This whole album is mighty fine -- Floydian in some ways, which is a good thing.
The_Walrus wrote:
That would be a great one for "stump the band"
When I heard the opening notes I thought it was going to be "Granny takes a Trip" by the Purple Gang. No-one over here has ever heard of it and thinks I made it up! Do any of you guys know it?
That would be a great one for "stump the band"
When I heard the opening notes I thought it was going to be "Granny takes a Trip" by the Purple Gang. No-one over here has ever heard of it and thinks I made it up! Do any of you guys know it?
kcar wrote:
Interesting. How so? In the guitar work or the slower pace?
The Sound of Silence - Similar descending melody line there.
Picked up this Beck CD - really enjoying it, wonderful CD. Very, very mellow.
Interesting. How so? In the guitar work or the slower pace?
The Sound of Silence - Similar descending melody line there.
Picked up this Beck CD - really enjoying it, wonderful CD. Very, very mellow.
On the Simon and Garfunkel question: guitar.
I heard a few notes from "El Condor Pasa."
I heard a few notes from "El Condor Pasa."
IMHO Beck really is a very talented musician. This effort does not disappoint!
kcar wrote:
Yup, came here to post this same observation. This track could be quietly slipped onto "Division Bell" or something.
The voice reminds me a bit of David Gilmour in the post-Waters Pink Floyd era...Nice song.
Yup, came here to post this same observation. This track could be quietly slipped onto "Division Bell" or something.
kcar wrote:
I find it to be very much like Gilmour and was rather surprised to see this is Beck. I wonder if his skin turns color to match his surroundings. Has anyone observed this? Maybe a careful examination of photos is in order.
The voice reminds me a bit of David Gilmour in the post-Waters Pink Floyd era...Nice song.
I find it to be very much like Gilmour and was rather surprised to see this is Beck. I wonder if his skin turns color to match his surroundings. Has anyone observed this? Maybe a careful examination of photos is in order.
bb_matt wrote:
Interesting. How so? In the guitar work or the slower pace?
Reminds me somewhat of early simon & garfunkel.
Interesting. How so? In the guitar work or the slower pace?
Finally I see the point of Beck. Quite exquisite and beautifully constructed.
Just listen to the music......who really cares about all that other stuff.
Keep politics & beliefs OUT of music if you truly appreciate.
While I agree that RP is probably not the best forum to argue about politics, to state that politics and beliefs should be left out of music is a bit of a stretch. Most of the greatest musical, and other types of artists, create works that espouse their own political and spiritual beliefs. They do so with the intention of getting their listeners to ponder and, yes, discuss politics and beliefs.
Love songs are great, but I, for one, would miss listening to songs by the artists that delve into other topics. And I, for one, truly appreciate music.