Why Music Is the Perfect Gift for Any Occasion (And What I learned The Hard Way)
Let me tell you a story about a meaningful Christmas gift that turned into a uh-oh moment…
When I think about music as a gift, one memory always springs to mind…
It was early December 2009. Susan Boyle had just risen to fame on Britain’s Got Talent, and her album I Dreamed a Dream was everywhere. My mum and auntie both adored her voice.
So one afternoon in the supermarket, I spotted her CD and thought, perfect! I picked up two copies, brought them home, and wrapped them carefully for Christmas.
Come Christmas morning, I watched them unwrap those CDs with such excitement. They were delighted, until they opened the cases… and discovered there were no CDs inside. Just empty plastic wallets.
Turns out, the young male assistant who served me had forgotten to actually put the discs inside the cases. By the time Christmas Day came around, it was too late. I’d bought them weeks earlier while driving through town, couldn’t remember exactly which shop, had no receipt, and had paid cash. I couldn’t take them back.
Talk about gutted.
What This Taught Me About Gifting Music
That moment taught me two things:
Music is a gift that truly touches the heart.
My mum and auntie didn’t just want “a present.” They wanted that voice, that feeling, that connection.
The delivery matters just as much as the music.
There’s nothing worse than unwrapping a CD and finding it’s empty. Music deserves to be shared properly, with care.
Why Music Still Makes the Perfect Gift
Even in today’s world of streaming and playlists, music remains one of the most meaningful gifts you can give.
- It carries memories.
- It connects us to emotions.
- It lasts longer than chocolates, gadgets or gift sets.
And when it comes from an artist you love, it becomes even more personal — a keepsake of both their journey and yours.
Give Music That Arrives Complete (Yep, The CD’s Actually in the Case, Ready to Play)
So if you’re buying gifts for loved ones, friends, family, partners or children, consider Love Energy Music.
You can pick up a physical hard copy of The Love Energy or Feel The Love (or both) — and I promise the CD will be inside the wallet! 😉💿
Order your hard copy here in time for Christmas or any birthday delivery: https://elysemusic.com/music/
With love & gratitude,
Elyse 🎤
