There is no doubt in my mind that this is one of the hardest questions to answer. A song is not simply words or rhythm, it is emotion and connection, time and energy, and the very heart and soul of the writer. I want a song that doesn't just inspire me to do, it should inspire me just to be. A song should have a deep connection between its beat, lyrics, story, and even its key, which is why I think that the most inspirational song is Soul to Squeeze. Soul to Squeeze tells the story of lead singer Anthony Kiedis’s struggle with addiction and his way out of self-destruction, and I too can relate to his feeling of being trapped and desperately wanting a way out. His lyrics show how his mental struggle is the same as physical pain with the line, “from my brain is where I bleed,” describing mental illness. He also has a recurring theme about distractions and finding escapes from his ruinous situation. The lyrics, “Where I go, I just don't know // I got to, got to, gotta take it slow // When I find my peace of mind // I'm gonna give ya some of my good time,” reflect his optimism and goal of overcoming his struggles. From the musical perspective of the song, it has a happy chord progression and off-beat drum rhythm that creates an almost impossible groove to not enjoy. The song starts off with a syncopated guitar solo and a crescendoing bass and drum backtrack, and the drummer's use of drum triplet rolls gives the song a bouncier feeling and adds a layer of sophistication. There are many more perfect aspects of the song, however, these are what make Soul to Squeeze the most inspirational song to me.