1.) La La Land (Demi Lovato)- A song about choosing to be one’s self in Hollywood and all the difficulties of being in the entertainment machine. This was the first song Demi performed at the first rock concert I saw, so I think it’s a great opener.
2.) Let’s Get Together (Frank and Derol)- A song about getting together and having fun. I love how soft and sweet Frank and Derol are, and this song is one of their best.
3.) When I Look At You (Miley Cyrus)- A somber piece about a father figure (it’s also been interpreted about a lover), and reliance on them to find peace. I think it’s about God. Sometimes, I get stuck by my own mind, due to my anxiety, I have a wrathful part of me, it detests anything I love, especially Jesus Christ and Miley. This song is a beautiful, spiritual experience to me that silences the world so I can see God.
4.) Thrillbilly (Billy Ray Cyrus)- A rocking Country song about the stupid and crazy redneck activities people engage in and how fun they are. The main reason this is included is BRC used this often when touring for Back to Tennessee. I also love it, it’s pure Country Rock, loud, fun and crazy.
5.) These Four Walls (Miley Cyrus)- A somber song about the loneliness following a breakup. Miley’s performance of this in the Tacoma Dome is the main reason this song was included, it was a stripped-down, honest performance complete with a stand-up bass. I also love how deeply sad it is, how it feels like you’re in this empty bedroom, no one else around.
6.) Lie to me (Billy Ray Cyrus)- An angry Brother Clyde song about choosing to hear lies because the singer can’t take the truth in the relationship. As soon as I heard this after the release of Brother Clyde’s Myspace page, I knew BRC’s new band’s song Lie to me deserved a spot in the concert. I love how passionate it is, how Billy Ray Cyrus uses distorted vocals and the loud guitar lines, I often fantasize of Miley thrashing a Gibson Les Paul to play this song.
7.) U Got Nothing on Me (Demi Lovato)- A song with call and response about breaking up with a cheating lover. Demi’s performance of this song in Seattle is the main reason this was included, getting the audience involved in a song they’ve not heard before was awesome. I often raise my hand on the “U got nothing on me!” line still.
8.) Praise You in this storm (Casting Crowns cover, Miley, Demi, Codi and Brandi)-A song about praising God even when it is difficult. I often think of this song when it rains, when things get rough. You don’t know where you’re going, you’re not sure you should trust this Almighty being, but you do, because you know he’ll ultimately help you.
9.) Spotlight (Miley Cyrus)- An upbeat pop-rock song about enjoying life in the spotlight. This is the only song ever credited to Hannah Montana in the concert (Hannah doesn’t exist in the book’s universe). One of the most major reasons it was included is that it was performed at the Tacoma Dome, but I also love the vocals and guitar on this song, they’re so good.
10.) GNO (Miley Cyrus)- A girl power pop-rock song about girls getting together for a night on the town. This followed the previous at the Tacoma Dome, the two formed an awesome swath with I Love Rock and Roll and Party in the USA, not included since they didn’t feel right. Spotlight and GNO back to back were a pleasant surprise, a Hannah song and a classic Miley song she performed with the Muppets! Go Miley!
11.) Stand Still (Billy Ray Cyrus)- A country-rocker about standing still so God’s will can guide you. This is the theme song to BRC’s TV show, Doc. BRC is one of the best Gospel artists, because he’s real, the words he sings speak to me. It’s also got great instrumentation; it reminds me of Steven Curtis Chapman.
12.) Back and Forth (Frank and Derol)- A soft song about a comfortable, loving relationship. Back and Forth was the first Frank and Derol song I heard and I loved it, it was soft and sweet, I also loved the vocals.
13.) Forgiveness and Love (Miley Cyrus)- A song about how forgiveness and love are all that matter. Sometimes I get theologically confused about what this song is supposed to mean (I wonder if ‘in the end no one loses or wins/the story begins again and again’ hint at reincarnation especially) but the lines “the only thing real when push comes to shove/are the acts of forgiveness and love.” And “what feels right lights up my life again and again” are really inspiring, making this a true highlight of the Can’t Be Tamed album.
14.) Stained Glass Masquerade (Casting Crowns cover, Miley and Billy Ray)-A song about the need to play an act in Church, so people will still love you. Sometimes I feel this, especially when talking to two conservative friends, one who believes the world is ending, the other believes Harry Potter’s satanic. I just play a part sometimes when I talk to them, afraid to reveal my support of homosexuals and my doubts.
15.) While My Guitar Gently Weeps (Demi and Miley)- A George Harrison song from the White Album, about seeing a loveless world. This is a truly tragic Beatles song, and whenever I go on the internet to see opinions, this readily comes to mind. Why are we doing this, writing arrogantly and acting ready to crucify anyone who disagrees with us? I totally think Miley either would love this song and/or would like to play the solo. The lyrics are printed as this is one of the songs that inspired me on the way of the story I totally connected with the message.
16.) Ready Set Don’t Go (BRC and MRC)- A soft, somber song about a daughter growing up and leaving. I loved Billy Ray and Miley when they duet, if I could, all their duets would be in this movie. However, Ready, Set Don’t Go holds a special place in my heart, due to its famous status and the love BRC shows for Miley here and how Miley seems excited. Also, I wrote a paper on it once, which I’m proud of.
17.) Set Me Free (Casting Crowns Cover, Miley and Brandi)-A song about Jesus rescuing a person from demon possession. As someone with anxiety and a wrathful part in my mind, I often feel like I’m wrestling the devil, trying so hard and attempting to get out of darkness.
18.) I Want You (She’s So Heavy) (Demi and Miley)- A hard rock John Lennon song inspired by Yoko Ono from Abbey Road, nearly 8 minutes in length, only fourteen different words used and the last 3 minutes are a loop of guitar chords. The opening of this song was used at the Demi Lovato concert I attended. Obsession in audio form. This was included since I love the song and would love to see Miley and Demi perform a cover of the rooftop concert. I also love the riff and love imagining Miley strut around the stage, blasting it out a copy of John’s Epiphone Casino.
19.) Jesus Freak (DC Talk cover, sung by Miley, Billy Ray and Demi)-A song about praising Jesus, despite negative connotations and assumptions from society. I love the alternative rock sound, when I first heard it, it confused and annoyed me, but as my innocence died, alternative rock became like a good friend. This is the kind of song I think of when I think Miley sings Gospel outside of Church.
20.) Party (Demi Lovato)- An upbeat song about partying and having fun. This is my favorite Demi song, period. I loved hearing it live, I love the vocals and guitars, I imagine it would only be better if Miley was backing up Demi. My only regret is that I won’t hear Demi shout “Seattle” for the location in the song.
21.) Can’t Be Tamed (Miley Cyrus)-A hard rock/pop song about an unwillingness to be changed by anyone else. Like “Jesus Freak,” I wasn’t too sure about this one at first, but I would love to see Miley perform it live with a guitar in hand. Also, Christians “Can’t Be Tamed” by society, and it makes a good compliment to Party. This was also added when I thought Miley needed more hard rock songs in the concert.
22.) Face of God (Billy Ray Cyrus)- A powerful Gospel song about finding God in everyday life. Putting this song here was very good for me, it’s saying I’m a partier, I can’t be controlled, but I still love Jesus no matter what. I also love how it sounds, CCM fits BRC very well.
23.) Here We Go Again (Demi Lovato)- A song about a lover trying to get back with her and her resisting him. As the concert wound down, I chose one of Demi’s last songs at her concert, it’s a good guitar-driven rock song, I also love Demi’s vocals on this song.
24.) Some Gave All (Billy Ray Cyrus)- A tender homage to the military and what they do for America. Since Billy Ray Cyrus has released this in three different ways, I would definitely call this his most defining song. Patriotic American Christian is a descriptor that suits BRC well, and this song wasn’t only written by him, it IS him, and it’s a good reminder that freedom isn’t free.
25.) Amazing Grace (BRC, MRC and DDL)- A praising Gospel song that thanks God for His love and grace setting us free from sin. Billy Ray Cyrus’ version of this song, a southern-fueled blues rocker, is one of the best Gospel songs I’ve ever heard, which is probably why this song has become important throughout the book. Aside from that, I love how honest, true and beautiful Amazing Grace is.
26.) Achy Breaky Heart (Billy Ray Cyrus)- Billy Ray Cyrus’s classic country-flavored rocker, a song about leaving a girl who can do anything except tell the man’s sensitive heart that the love is over. How could I not include this? It’s one of my favorite songs of all time, I love the heavy guitar lines, the twangy vocals, the young feeling I get when I listen to it. The fact that it’s Billy Ray’s signature song is only icing on the cake.
27.) The Climb (Miley Cyrus)- Miley Cyrus’s classic pop/rock/country ballad about reaching your goals and though the road may look tough, it will be worth it. I’ve long loved this song, it reminds me to not quit when I work on something (like this book), that God is on my side and Heaven will be worth it. It also ended Miley’s Tacoma Dome concert, the whole audience singing along. That was one of the most beautiful moments I’ve ever experienced, and made me truly appreciate this young woman for who she is, nice, kind, a blessing, not perfect, but someone who’s helped me on the way.
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