Fact 8: Powerful message hidden in a powerful video

Sound is the frequency that humans' ears can receive and sense. The combination of sounds can make art. And that art is called music. Every day, we have music in our lives and we are benefitting from it. We don't simply just enjoy that art of music but it bines us and bring us together. The video from Play for Change gives us a good idea of how music can bring people together in "Stand By me". It shows that music can connect people regardless of their background and where they came from.

The video begins with a man with a guitar. He was on the busy street, surrounded by people. He had a technical team to set up an audio station behind him. This is one of the examples of visual elements. He introduces the song is about to sing then starts to play the chord and sing. This is the element of oral because of the lyrics and the sound of the instrument. One of the scenes has the plane taking off then a different artist in a different nation and the caption appears after they show that artist. This is a written element. The scenes are constantly moving from locations to locations. The author of this video wanted to connect all the artists from all over the globe to play music using microphones and electronics. This is electronic because the message and music was delivered through speakers and microphone digitally. While there are different artists, all of them seemed to be very passionate and their body language is focused. This is the element of non-verbal.

The videos involve many artists from different countries playing different instruments. The diversity and the music element in this video has the embedded message behind the melodies and lyrics. The goal is to remind the viewers that during times in this life, you will need someone to support and help you get up when life knocks you down. With that powerful message, they deliver this message using music to attract listeners and viewers. Furthermore, they have different races all over the world to show that we can be strong together regardless of our origin. As the video approaching the end, everyone starts to cheer and smile. This scene amplifies the message of this video stronger and shows the reward of the message, which is happiness.

"Stand By Me" is a well-made video with full consideration from the author. It has all the elements to attract and spread the message. And the message was a powerful information and a crucial reminder to our society that we will be strong together.



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