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Help Me, Maybe?
Pop songs. They’re a beautiful thing, no? We hum them. Whistle them. Rhythmically nod our head to them. Even sing them. Whether we are pitch imperfect or singing on the key of off. While working in retail, I had the awesome opportunity of hearing a kaleidoscope of different artists, instrumentals, bubble gum pop songs, and lyrics. However, one day, something unexpected happened. I heard a pop song that stopped me in my tracks. You may have heard this song too, as it became a staple in the playlist of sugary, memorable pop songs on the radio. Ladies and gentlemen. Boys and girls. Jews and Gentiles. Introducing, the great Canadian philosopher: Carly Rae Jepsen.
Oh yeah. As I was carrying out my sales associate and cashiering responsibilities, this song “Call Me Maybe” filled the air. Now I didn’t know this until today, but this song earned our friend Carly some shiny accolades! In 2012, this upbeat tune caught the attention of the MTV Europe Music Awards. Nominate Me, Maybe? They did just that, and Carly won the MTV Europe Music Award, in the category of Best Song.
