Music is the food for the soul. Most of us develop an interest in it from a very young age. Some of you like techno or trance, while others are more into rock or metal. Whatever it is, it often becomes tied to memories.

Like a song played during your school’s sports day, or on farewell or welcome day — it often leaves a mark. And the next time you hear that same song, it brings everything rushing back... that moment, that feeling, that day. Isn’t it true?

For those of you who associate music with special memories and recall them every time you listen or even overhear a song, ThisSongMeant.me — a digital music scrapbook makes it even more memorable to share songs that hold personal meaning for you.

The site is simple. As you open it, you see sticky notes scattered across the homepage, with random people sharing the title of a song and the memory associated with it. You can explore the site without signing up, but to add your own song and the story behind it, a quick login is required. Only after that can you share the song and write a note about why you like it or what it means to you, and post it to a shared wall.

The interface is clean and minimalistic, with a focus on emotional connection over aesthetics.

What makes this site truly stand out is its honesty. It’s not about the coolest tracks or showing off music knowledge, it’s about being honest with yourself. Like how that Hai Jazba Junoon song uplifted you when you were losing in the finals of your school’s flat race.

In short, ThisSongMeant.me isn’t just a website. It’s a gentle reminder that music speaks when words fall short and that sometimes, the stories behind the songs are just as powerful as the songs themselves.

If you have a memory with a song, why not visit and share it at www.thissongmeant.me

Published in Dawn, Young World, June 14, 2025