Journal #1: My Favorite Writing

"Dig"- Incubus

We all have a weakness;

But some of ours are easier to identify. Look me in the eye,

And ask for forgiveness; We'll make a pact to never speak that word again

Yes you are my friend.

We all have something that digs at us, At least we dig each other.

So when weakness turns my ego up, I know you'll count on the me from yesterday.

If I turn into another; Dig me up from under what is covering; The better part of me.

Sing this song. Remind me that we'll always have each other. When everything else is gone.

We all have a sickness; That cleverly attaches and multiplies; No matter how hard we try.

We all have someone that digs at us; At least we dig each other

So when sickness turns my ego up; I know you'll act as a clever medicine.

If I turn into another; Dig me up from under what is covering the better part of me.

Sing this song! Remind me that we'll always have each other; When everything else is gone.

Oh each other....When everything else is gone.



I feel a certain closeness to this song. Well, for all of their songs as a matter of fact, but this one in particular. I've listened to Incubus since the 6th grade. I've always considered them to be my all-time favorite band. To me, it's not just the music or the beats, it's the lyrics. They are so powerful and eloquent. Brandon Boyd and band create the most beautifully mastered songs to date. The song "Dig", in particular, has instantly become one of my favorites. I think that most people can relate to the song in some way or another. Either through a family member, friend or lover, this song reaches out with a positive spin that everone can look up to. The song is about uncovering the truth; a purness that isn't always easy to acheive. I was fortunate enough to hang out with the band on several occasions. Learning about where the songs came from and why was a very touching experience that I will never forget. (358 words).