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The Magic of Music

An Alien's Melodic Encounter

By Tef JohnPublished 2 years ago 3 min read

In a world of colors, melodies unfurl,

Music, the language that ignites the soul's twirl. In a land so unfamiliar to this alien space,

A creature of wonder, seeking Earth's embrace.

I pondered the question, what could I show,

To awaken their senses and help them grow?

With triumph in my heart, a plan took flight,

To introduce them to our rhythmic delight.

For music, my friend, shall be the way,

To inspire their soul and brighten their day.

I took them to a studio, where melodies sung,

Instruments waiting, their fantastic tongues.

A symphony of sounds, a harmony so rare,

A feast for their ears, an audio affair.

As the conductor raised the glistening baton,

A sunburst of notes, our journey begun.

Strings strumming softly, like whispers in air,

Woodwinds dancing, light as a prayer.

The alien's eyes widened, filled with awe,

They'd never heard such beauty before, I saw.

The rhythm pulsed through their luminous being,

A magical energy, transcending all seeing.

Next, we ventured to an outdoor stage,

A festival alive with vibrancy and rage.

Bodies swaying, feet tapping the ground,

To the beat of the drums, a wild surround.

The alien joined in, their form undulating,

A cosmic dance with humans, captivating.

With each rhythm thumping, their essence grew,

A unity of souls, a connection so true.

Then, we traveled to a bustling street,

Where music erupted from every heartbeat.

Radios blaring tunes both new and old,

The spirit of humanity, a tale untold.

From hip-hop beats to classic jazz,

The alien immersed in this eclectic jazz.

They marveled at the lyrics and poetic might,

In awe of our songs, like stars in the night.

In the final chord of this enchanted spree,

I asked the alien, what did music mean to thee?

They spoke with a voice that echoed true,

"Music transcends words, it unites me and you."

So, I presented this alien a gift so divine,

A pair of headphones and a playlist aligned.

Now they roam our world, humming each tune,

A symphony in their heart, a celestial boon.

For music, dear reader, is a universal tongue,

A gateway to emotions, where all souls are flung.

Through melodies and lyrics, we find our voice,

Connecting hearts across galaxies, the ultimate choice.

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Bodies swaying, feet tapping the ground,

To the beat of the drums, a wild surround.

The alien joined in, their form undulating,

A cosmic dance with humans, captivating.

With each rhythm thumping, their essence grew,

A unity of souls, a connection so true.

Then, we traveled to a bustling street,

Where music erupted from every heartbeat.

Radios blaring tunes both new and old,

The spirit of humanity, a tale untold.

From hip-hop beats to classic jazz,

The alien immersed in this eclectic jazz.

They marveled at the lyrics and poetic might,

In awe of our songs, like stars in the night.

In the final chord of this enchanted spree,

I asked the alien, what did music mean to thee?

They spoke with a voice that echoed true,

"Music transcends words, it unites me and you."

So, I presented this alien with a gift so divine,

A pair of headphones and a playlist aligned.

Now they roam our world, humming each tune,

A symphony in their heart, a celestial boon.

For music, dear reader, is a universal tongue,

A gateway to emotions, where all souls are flung.

Through melodies and lyrics, we find our voice,

Connecting hearts across galaxies, the ultimate choice.

Thanks for reading

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About the Creator

Tef John

I am professional fiction writer

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  • Alex H Mittelman 2 years ago

    Great work! Good job!

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