1. Hallelujah by Leonard Cohen (K.D. Lang/Jeff Buckley's version)
2. Fields of Gold by Eva Cassidy
3. Ave Maria by Schubert
4. The Rose by Amanda McBroom
5. Love Story by Shirley Bassey
6. Bohemian Rhapsody by Queen
7. So She Dances by Josh Groban
8. Desperado by Eagles (also Tori Amos' version)
   
9. Your Song by Elton John
10. Never Saw Blue Like That by Shawn Colvin
11. Dreaming with a Broken Heart by John Mayer
12. Kiss From a Rose by Seal
13. Angel by Sarah Mclachlan
14. Everything by Lifehouse
15. Broken Vow by Lara Fabian
16. I Believe in You by Il Divo and Celine Dion
17. Take a Bow by Madonna
18. Paper Bag by Fiona Apple
19. Will of the Wind by Jim Photoglo
20. The Lighthouse's Tale by Nickel Creek
21. Amazing Grace by John Newton (Elvis/Leann Rimes version)
22. Somewhere Over the Rainbow by Judy Garland (Eva Cassidy/Israel Kamakawiwo'ole/Aselin Debison)
    
23. Stairway to Heaven by Led Zeppelin
24. May It Be by Enya
25. A Lack of Color by Death Cab For Cutie
26. Winter by Tori Amos
27. Bless the Broken Road by Rascal Flatts
28. Iris by Goo Goo Dolls
29. Free by Lighthouse Family
30. Don't Cry For Me Argentina by Karen Carpenter
31. I Don't Wanna Miss a Thing by Aerosmith
32. Always by Bon Jovi
33. Time to Say Goodbye by Sarah Brightman and The London Symphony Orchestra
34. Dreams on Fire by A R Rahman ft. Suzzanne
35. You Are Not Alone by Michael Jackson
    
36. The Prayer by Josh Groban and Charlotte Church
37. Life is Water by Sim Redmond Band
38. Into Dust by Mazzy Star
39. Belief by Gavin DeGraw
40. The Blower's Daughter by Damien Rice
41. What a Wonderful World by Michael Buble
42. Candle in the Wind by Elton John
43. Moon River by Patti Page
44. The Reason Why by Rachael Yamagata
45. Samson by Regina Spektor
46. Crash Into Me by Dave Matthews Band
47. Collide by Howie Day
48. Don't Know Why by Norah Jones
49. Yellow by Coldplay
50. When I Fall In Love by Nat King Cole
51. Have A Little Faith In Me by John Hiatt
52. When You Believe by Mariah Carey and Whitney Houston
    
53. Bitter Sweet Symphony by The Verve
54. Everything I Do (I Do It for You) by Bryan Adams
    
55. Broken Strings by Nelly Furtado and James Morrison
56. Footprints in the Sand by Leona Lewis
57. Imagine by John Lennon
    
58. A Whole New World by Pea Bryson and Regina Belle
    
59. Bluebird of Happiness by Mojave 3
60. Truly Madly Deeply by Savage Garden
61. The Lion Sleeps Tonight by The Token
62. Heaven by DJ Sammy
63. Leader of the Band by Dan Fogelberg
64. True Love Waits by Radiohead
65. This Woman's Work by Kate Bush
66. Take My Breath Away by Berlin
67. New Soul by Yael Naim
68. Best Days by Graham Colton
69. Start Today Tomorrow by Youth Group
70. Breakeven by The Script
71. That's Why You Go Away by Michael Learns to Rock
72. If I Ain't Got You by Alicia Keys
73. A Thousand Miles by Vanessa Carlton
    
74. Always On Your Side by Sheryl Crow and Sting
75. All the King's Horses by Joss Stone
76. Almost Lover by A Fine Frenzy
77. Look After You by The Fray
78. Say by John Mayer
79. Chasing Cars by Snow Patrol
    
80. Out of My League by Stephen Speaks

You can check out the TOP 20 songs on my previous post. Now I'm gonna share with you a bunch of random TOP 80 songs (on my list):

Some of the Most Beautiful Songs Ever
In my opinion, if you're looking for exceptionally meaningful songs that are gentle to anyone's ears, TRY LISTENIN' to these artists (click for their official websites):

• Dave Matthews Band
• Eva Cassidy
• Tori Amos
• Lifehouse
• Death Cab For Cutie
• Coldplay
• The Beatles
• Elton John
• John Mellencamp
• Jack Johnson
• Fiona Apple
• John Mayer
• Enya
• Norah Jones
• Rachael Yamagata
• Shawn Colvin
• Jason Mraz
• The Script
• Snow Patrol
• James Morrison
• Regina Spektor
• Sim Redmond Band
• Switchfoot
• Sarah Mclachlan
• Nickel Creek

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1. Hallelujah by Leonard Cohen (K.D. Lang/Jeff Buckley's version)
2. Fields of Gold by Eva Cassidy
3. Ave Maria by Schubert
4. The Rose by Amanda McBroom
5. Love Story by Shirley Bassey
6. Bohemian Rhapsody by Queen
7. So She Dances by Josh Groban
8. Desperado by Eagles
9. Your Song by Elton John
10. Never Saw Blue Like That by Shawn Colvin
11. Dreaming with a Broken Heart by John Mayer
12. Kiss From a Rose by Seal
13. Angel by Sarah Mclachlan
14. Everything by Lifehouse
15. Broken Vow by Lara Fabian
16. I Believe in You by Il Divo and Celine Dion
17. Take a Bow by Madonna
18. Paper Bag by Fiona Apple
19. Will of the Wind by Jim Photoglo
20. The Lighthouse's Tale by Nickel Creek

Watch out for the COMPLETE LIST of "80 of the Most Beautiful Songs Ever" and "Songs With Exquisite Lyrics".

*Let me just quote Mr. Brian Vaszily:

Oh, and as to what "beautiful" means? Well, beauty is as always in the eye and ear of the beholder, ...you'll find that "beauty" has tended to fall into one of four categories for those who submitted their choices already:

- Falling in love, being in love, trying to stay in love
- Having loved and then losing it (bittersweet beauty)
- Honoring Moms, Dads, children ... and not heavy brothers
- Giving of yourself, persevering, and holding onto faith and hope

So there... just making sure we're on the same page. Have a rockin' day ahead!

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BTW, I do hope FC Barcelona will win their 3rd Champions League title. Woot Hoot! :)

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Lead singer of the band Tribe, which just got its first record deal, and will record its debut album in 2005.

Graduated from Xavier High School in New York City

First job before getting into modeling and acting was replacing the weights others used in the neighborhood gym at which he used to work out.

Did all his own stunts in the movie 'The Covenant'.

Attended Padua Franciscan High School in Parma, Ohio. He graduated with honors in 2000 and moved to Los Angeles, California, to pursue an acting career a few weeks later.

Mastered the training of hockey for the TV show "Life As We Know It" (2004).

#38 of magazine Elle Girl's 50 Sexiest Guys.

Wanted to be an actor when he was 17.

Born in Houston, Texas; moved to Cleveland, Ohio, at age 12 with his mother.

All added info from IMDb.com

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Note: This was originally circulated as a text quote in Filipino.

Symptoms of a Certified Single

A girl is considered to be single if she…

• …often stays at home.
• …has a funtabulous social life.
• …is a sleep freak.
• …is a gadget addict. (always with her DS, iPod or PSP)
• …always sends text quotes by GM (Group Message).
• …frequently changes her hairstyle.
• …is gaining some pounds.
• …is usually overdressed. (and overly accessorized)
• …is pretending to be happy or trying to look happy. (but deep inside she’s not)

Symptoms of a Certified Taken

A girl is assumed to be taken if she…

• …tends to be flat broke almost always.
• …is usually haggard-looking.
• …is a penny-pincher.
• …tries to always look ‘blooming’ just so her BF won’t leave her.
• …has no social life.
• …has a SUN Cellular SIM card. (for unlimited phone calls to her BF)
• …is typically out of the house.
• …is normally boring in conversations.

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I was never a fan of commuting. Even merely crossing a street or telling the jeepney driver to stop is a bit troubling for me. And my trip five days ago just reminded me of my interminable and obstinate abhorrence of traveling by public transportation.

The usual trip from my house (which is located in the South) to my apartment nearby my university is a series of transportation transfers that takes about 1 ½ - 2 ½ hours. First, from my house I’ll take a tricycle to the jeepney stop. Then, I’d be dropped off at the terminal where I’ll take on a 30-minute bus ride. Next, I’ll get off at the train station where most of the outlandish things take place and then on to another jeepney ride headed for my university. Finally, from there, I’ll ride another jeepney where I’ll be getting off in front of my apartment. It may not seem that dreadful but I am not exaggerating when I say ‘I won’t ever do this again!’ It seems like this experience could be included to my very own stunt series, “Dana's Most Exciting Stunts Ever”. The things that happen in between are enough for someone to just scream on top of his/her lungs. Besides the pollution, the FLU plus other infectious shizzies, and non-air conditioned vehicles, below are more reasons not to commute.

The Ten Things I Hate About Public Transportations

1. Lady Behind Me Talking Loudly On The Phone

Y’know, it is alright with me if you have to take an emergency phone call but this lady is just EXCEPTIONALLY and painfully annoying: 1) she was talking on the phone like there’s not a soul around her. Yeah, like a human loudspeaker; 2) she was arguing with someone on the phone and it was a nasty exchange. It was some sort of a squabble concerning some guy’s poor investment. PS: Nelson, whoever you are, let Romy have his piece of the pie.

2. Long Wait For The Train @ The Platform

Dude, I never thought I’d wait for a train this friggin’ long. Back in Japan, it was more convenient ‘coz they have fixed train schedules giving me the options of waiting at McDonalds and order a Mega Tamago burger and a Sankaku pie or listen to newly released CDs at Tsutaya in case I got there way too early. Then again, here, your contact lenses will desiccate first before the train arrives. Also, if you’re traveling alone, it is much more excruciating so always keep in mind to bring your iPod or something.

3. Girls Pushing And Shoving

C’mon now! This was the worst part of the trip. I do understand I showed up at the wrong time – rush hour ergo congested trains, BUT why do women, old and young alike, have to act like this? Thinking the people would be more decent, I settled on the priority area (for ladies, children and old people). But no! The girls acted like feral creatures struggling for survival or merciless wrestlers vying for The Belt. A spot on the train seemed like a treat the moment train doors open at every station. And yes, there were relentless squeezing, shoving, and hair-pulling even. It was like watching an episode of Girls Behaving Badly. Gawd!

4. The Woman With The Big Belly

I was being pushed on and on and ended up being sandwiched by people that they were literally breathing down my neck. It was grueling not being able to protect your personal space and breathing in and out the same oxygen and carbon dioxide with the people around you. And y’know, we can even concoct a punch with our sweats. Eeew! Forget that one. Anyhoo, there was this woman standing behind me and her tummy was so huge and round that she seems pregnant (but she’s not… really!). It was like cushion for my back but then eventually it started to annoy me. Her belly was bouncing on my back and it felt weird.

5. Old Preacher Lady

Despite the screaming, pushing, and cussing, there was this old woman whose loud threatening voice was incredibly disturbing. She was talking about the gospel and how murderers, homosexuals, kidnappers, etc. are to be burned in hell and some other creepy things. Some people were just rolling their eyes while some were smirking and laughing. I’d give her the props for her good English though.

6. Very Hard To Find Jeepney Stop

Okay, so after one hell of a train ride I went through what seemed like an endless search for the jeepney stop. There were like five of them and the one I’m supposed to take was the farthest one. I had to walk back and forth and ask a bunch of people for directions. How unluckier can I still be?

7. Coughing Guy Sitting Next to Me

So I was seated on the jeepney and gave a sigh of what I thought was relief. But I put my feet up way too early. As if by some bringer of never-ending bad luck, a nerdy guy sitting beside me was coughing his lungs out throughout the journey. I’m not even sure if he was really sick or just making papansin or something.

8. Pervert Sitting Beside Me

I thought the annoying coughing guy was the only one but then entered this creepy-looking man. He is such a perv! He was trying to really get close to me. And I mean REALLY close. It was like his arms were trying to touch my boobies. But of course, I’m not that stupid. I pushed him aside with my arm so that he won’t be able to come near me. Oh, by the look on his face, he was so disappointed.

9. Bicycle Accident

I got off in front of my university, dropped off some documents at the student council office and then headed out for another jeepney ride – this time, en route for my apartment. At that time, I was kinda tired of complaining so when I saw two bicycles collided with each other (luckily, none of them was badly hurt) and our jeep suddenly swerved and stopped, I didn’t really react that much. Some people were really caught off guard that they tumbled to the front side of the vehicle and shouted at the two bikers. But I saw it coming and just shrugged it off. It was a tough day, y'know.

10. People Who Kept Staring at Me

Maybe it’s my hair but y’know the whole day was just awkward to me with all those prying eyes. It was as if I was wearing some neon green tee and a huge “Yes, I'm an ALIEN!” sign plus a VS Pink underwear at a Chinese wedding. It was as if I was wearing a baro’t saya while partying at a Las Vegas hip club. What’s wrong, people? I felt like a gaijin all over again.

There’s just too much drama going on inside public vehicles that I’d always get stressed out at the end of the day. I’d be much more willing to pay even 100 bucks on a cab than set my foot on those “things” again.

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I know most of you don't really understand everyshaiiity thing that I'm talking about. So here's a simple D's Encyclopedia just to ensure that we are all on the same page. ;0)

• Gaijin
  

>> Gaijin means "foreigner" in English. In Japan, gaijins are treated differently. Some are extremely friendly while others would not dare go anywhere near you. Either way, they're special. I just love being one! Just an example of a gaijin "being a gaijin" is this:

• Ritsumeikan University
  

>> RITS has been my home back in Japan. For me, of course, it's the best school. The facilities, employess, professors, and students are wonderful. I've even met the Chancellor and he was so nice. Pictured below is the BKC Campus of Ritsumeikan.

• Tsutaya Music Store
  

>> Tsutaya is a famous music and DVD rental/shop. This is where I usually hang-out when waiting for the bus, train, or my Japanese students. I love this place 'coz I can just go around and listen to every CD I want. This is also where I get updated with the latest singles and artists.

• Philippine Jeepney
  

>> Here is the famous Philippine jeep/jeepney. Only in the Philippines can you find them. It's one of the most common public transportations in the country. You'll be amazed by it's uniqueness and aesthetic value as well.

• Sankaku Pie
  

>> This is the McDonalds Sankaku Choco Pie which is like a triangle-shaped apple pie but filled with chocolate instead. lol. It's only a 100yen but I'm not sure if it's still being sold in Japan. Oishiiiii!

BTW, sankaku means "triangle" in English.

• Mega Tamago
  

>> This humongous burger is one of McD's finestttt. I love eggs to death so I'd munch on this despite its 'greasiness'.

BTW, tamago means "egg" in English.




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