Today’s theme song is a word that I have probably heard more times in my life than any other. It’s a word that my friends, family and probably blog readers would like to say to me about 10 times a day: RELAX.
Relax don’t do it, When you want to suck to it
Incidentally, the song Relax, the debut single by British dance group Frankie Goes to Hollywood, was released in 1983, the same year this Sometimes Healthy Girl was born. Coincidence? I think not. If my mother had known I would turn into a stress-case that guzzles Reddi Whip cans by the dozen, she probably would have played it for me as a lullaby in my crib.
Maybe if I had listened to this song as a baby, I would be more chill?
Some of you might also recognize this song from the popular movie, Zoolander, where it also makes a cameo.
Truth be told, I have no clue if there is a deeper meaning to this song. The lyrics appear to be pretty simple, so I’ll take it at face-value.
This song doesn’t necessarily help me chill out, but sometimes ya just need someone to shout it at you. Subtlety doesn’t always cut it for this Sometimes Healthy Girl.
Sometimes you have to muscle your way into this thick skull!
Anyway, as I barrel down the home stretch towards my vacation of bliss at Spa Sometimes Healthy in Omaha, NE, I can definitely help myself out by reminding myself to RELAX.
Can you benefit from a little bit of relaxing too?? (Note: This video is hilarious)
And finally, if you are stressed and you live in NYC, I suggest you head on over to Cowgirl’s Baking for some vegan DEEP FRIED KOOL-AID BALLS.
What will we fry next??
I read about this unique treat in my morning Thrillist newsletter on the subway, and haven’t been able to take my mind off of it. I decided right then and there that I’d find an excuse to include this goody in my blog post today, no matter what. Pretty sure there is no better way to end a post than with deep-fried kool-aid, so I’ll leave you with this beautiful image…and dreams of a healthified version.
Question:
What song do you listen to when you want to chill out/relax?
Barenaked ladies. They are awesome when I’m stressed out!
when I read your title I actually sang that song in my head, LOL. and OMG deep fried kool aid? I’m very intrigued… group blogger field trip to de-stress? 🙂 🙂
-courtney
I think that is a FINE idea. Nothing de-stresses like fried food 😉
Okay, at first glance, I thought those were your arms in the one picture and my mouth fell open. I thought “Wow! She has great biceps…but does she have a huge tattoo on her arm?” I’m glad I looked a little closer 🙂
hahaha that’s so funny – I can’t believe that picture fooled ya. Yes I do take pride in my biceps, but they’re not QUITE that big. Perhaps one day? 😉
wait huh – deep fried kool aid balls!? i forgot about relaxing as soon as you said that!
I definitely thought of Zoolander as soon as I read the title of this post haha. Relax go to it.
Wait a second, deep friend what!? What is this madness!
When I want to relax I just listen to quieter and slower songs… Jack Johnson, John Mayer, artists and groups like that
mmm…John Mayer. Haven’t listened to him in a while. I could go for some of that right now. Ever heard “Slow Dancing in a Burning Room?” Such a good one!
I think the song is actually about a guy… erm… with a girl… trying to calm down a little so as not to have things… end too early. If you catch my drift. That’s what I heard anyways! I was pretty surprised when I first heard that but if you look at the lyrics it makes sense (Relax don’t do it when you want to go to it, relax don’t do it when you want to come). I swear I’m not a creeper! Just sharing the facts.
Anyways–I listen to some Ben Folds or Guster to relax. Good stuff!
OH MY GOSH!!! You totally just opened my eyes to the true meaning of the song. How funny! Well, anyway, let’s just pretend we don’t know that and that the purpose is just to help us all relax. haha. Or perhaps, I’ll go your route with the Ben Folds. That might be a better idea 🙂
As soon as I saw the word “Relax” I immediately thought of Zoolander. Looove that movie.
When I want to relax, I like to listen to some of the slower 311 songs (fave band) or put on some down-tempo electronic music (OM: Chilled is a good album). Or, I take a nap. 🙂
311 is from OMAHA! Where I’m from. Ever heard Omaha Stylee? It’s a great song 🙂
I definitely need more relaxing in my life! I love Colbie Caillat and Adele for relaxing lately. Listening to them while cooking always relaxes me a ton.
I like to listen to music while cooking too…but usually country music. A little Brad Paisely and some Wacky Food Combos = bliss.
Norah jones!
Anything by Jack Johnson mellows me out. And I saw the deep-fried kool-aid on tv….crazy! And may I just say that the baby with the headphones pic is hilarious!
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