“Life is for the living, death is for the dead. Let life be like music and death a note unsaid”
— Langston Hughes
Simplified Meaning:
Live your life fully, just like a beautiful song. When you are alive, enjoy every moment, do fun things, and make the most out of your time. Think of life like music—full of different tunes, rhythms, and melodies that make you happy and give you joy. Imagine someone who spends all their time worrying about the future or what happens after death—they miss out on the beautiful music playing right now. For example, if you always worry about exams, you might miss out on the fun times with friends or enjoying a hobby you love. Instead, focus on what you can do while you are alive, rather than thinking about what comes when life ends. Just as death is unknown, like a silent pause in a song, we should not worry about it constantly. Concentrate on making your life as wonderful as a cheerful, uplifting song. Appreciate the present and let the future take care of itself.