You were there for me when there were unforgettable good-byes.
You were there for me when life had no purpose.
You became my tissues when phony smiles in public turned into behind closed doors uncontrollable cries.
You became my shelter for secrets when no one else would listen.
You forced me to question life and love.
You caused me to wonder if being just ok was really good enough.
You kept me up at all hours of the night trying to discover the key to hook your melody.
At times you made me hate you for telling me the truth.
You made me break into tears when things became unbearable.
You made me break into cold sweats on rainy evenings.
You made me scream when you taught me to let my emotions flow through my body.
You were the only one who could cause me to question my feelings, from making me smile, pout, love, hate, cry, yearn, regret, appreciate and grow.
You gave me countless broken hearts that caused me to give up.
I developed an addiction to you wrapping me up in your chords.
You held me through the sweet hours of the night till the brisk hours in the morning, serenading me with your mesmerizing lyrics.
You taught me how to love when I didn't believe in trusting anyone but me.
You forced me to open my eyes and look beyond the perfect symphony.
You taught me forgiveness when forgetting was too painful.
You taught me intimacy when lust and love were causing complications.
You always kept me guessing when life became too simple.
You taught me to look outside the box when everything and everyone around me had their own beliefs.
You became my closest friend when no one understood me.
You gave me hope when things became less unpredictable.
You taught me about fate when wishes were no longer fulfilling.
You taught me independence when there were no more hands to hold and guide me.
For years you have been my teacher, my friend, my inspiration, my gift, my idol, and most of all you have always been and always will be my first love... this is my ode to music.
Without you my life would be filled with mere silence.
