The Fight About Setlists That Became The Seed Of A New Song

April 1, 2025

The summer sun was setting over the small town of Maplewood, casting a golden glow that danced through the open windows of Jamie Parker’s garage. Inside, the air was thick with the smell of sweat and determination. Jamie, a fifteen-year-old singer-songwriter with an unmistakable talent for music, sat cross-legged on the floor surrounded by a hodgepodge of instruments. Her best friends, Mike and Lily, were pacing back and forth, their faces twisted in frustration as they argued about what songs to include in their upcoming gig at the local community center.

“Come on, Jamie! ‘Summer Breeze’ has to be on the list!” Mike exclaimed, his dark curls bouncing as he gestured around the cramped space. “It’s our best cover, and everyone loves it!” Lily, always full of ideas, shook her head violently. “But we need to show off our original music! If we don’t play ‘Chasing Stars,’ how will anyone see how far we’ve come?” The disagreement was getting heated, and Jamie could feel her heart pounding in her chest. She wanted to please both friends but feared the tension was pulling them apart rather than bringing them together.

Finally, Jamie stood up, her voice steady despite the storm brewing inside her. “What if,” she proposed, “we don’t choose between them? What if we write something brand new that combines the soul of ‘Summer Breeze’ with the spirit of ‘Chasing Stars’?” The room fell silent, and the weight of her words hung in the air. Mike and Lily exchanged glances, their expressions shifting from anger to curiosity. It was a spark, and Jamie could see it igniting their creativity. They huddled closer, grabbing their instruments, ready to channel their energy into something fresh and exciting.

As they played, the melody flowed like a river, weaving together joyful and reflective tones that transformed their frustration into inspiration. Jamie began to sing the words that came rushing to her mind: “In the heat of the summer, we’ll chase our dreams together, even if the skies get dark, our hearts will shine forever.” The lyrics felt like magic, and with every chord they strummed, the song took shape, mirroring the bond they shared and their dreams of performing together. By the time the sun disappeared behind the horizon, they had crafted not only a new song but a powerful reminder of their friendship and shared passion for music.

The night of the gig arrived, and despite their nerves, the trio took the stage with a new sense of purpose. As they performed their original song for the first time, the audience swayed, captivated by the authenticity and emotion in their voices. Jamie’s heart swelled with pride as she saw the joy on their faces and felt the energy of the crowd. The fight about the setlist had transformed into a celebration of their creativity and determination.

In the days that followed, their song gained traction on social media, drawing attention from local radio stations. Jamie and her friends received invites to perform at other events, turning a simple argument into a launching pad for their careers. From that moment on, Jamie learned that challenges could lead to unexpected joy and growth. The struggle had not only forged new music but deepened their friendship, teaching them that collaboration could create something greater than the sum of its parts. And together, they knew they could conquer anything that came their way, one song at a time.