Musical Memories: A Journey Through My Favorite Songs and Their Impact on My Life
The first song that captured my heart was on a cassette player with Hero by Enrique Iglesias and How Do I Live by LeAnn Rimes. I would listen to them repeatedly with my fuzzy foam headphones.
The initial single I downloaded was Michaela Strachan by Scouting for Girls, a song that intrigued me as it was about her, though I wasn't familiar with her until I saw her on TV.
My go-to karaoke song was Stand By Me by Ben E King, which I sang during my Arsenal initiation. Nowadays, I might opt for a Justin Bieber track like One Less Lonely Girl.
I know all the lyrics to every song on the Bridget Jones soundtrack, thanks to my mom playing it in the car when I was younger.
For a party, I prefer older music like Never Too Much by Luther Vandross, especially at 50th birthdays or wedding anniversaries where all generations come together.
Where Are Ü Now by Jack Ü featuring Justin Bieber was overplayed in the Arsenal changing room, making it a song I can no longer listen to.
My favorite football song is Three Lions by Baddiel & Skinner & Lightning Seeds, especially after the 2022 Euros. The Angel (North London Forever) by Louis Dunford also gives me chills.
Return to Sender by Elvis Presley was my secret favorite song that I listened to on the way to football practice.
The song that changed my life was Come Away With Me by Norah Jones, experienced during a concert with my granny, where I realized the essence of music.
Inner Smile by Texas is my morning wake-up song, while Billie (Loving Arms) by Fred Again is another energizing track we play at the training ground.
Dancing on My Own by Robyn made me cry at a New Year's Eve party when I was 16, prompting me to call my mom to pick me up.
For my funeral, I want a lively atmosphere, so I'd choose Believe by Cher or I'll Be Around by the Spinners to be played.
In the upcoming England women's World Cup qualifying game against Greece on 9 October, Leah Williamson serves as an ambassador for Cadbury.