We'll all be glad when the global coronavirus pandemic is over, but in the meantime, take some comfort in knowing that hard times have historically inspired great songs.
If today's songwriters can tap all the emotions that this nightmare has stirred -- from sorrow for those who have been affected to gratitude for the many heroes in this story -- think of the tremendous songs that we'll be hearing in the aftermath."Songs are basically a way of expressing feelings, emotions, hopes and dreams," says Linda Moran, president/CEO of the Songwriters Hall of Fame.