Never Give Up ~ The 200th edition of TTT
Hello music lovers and Hello hivers!
It's Tuesday and I am feel like jumping!!
Spring is in the air
Here I am writing this at 7am and the sun is streaming in through the window!
Hope is back!
I was watching a You Tube mudlarker yesterday who was saying that Spring is here and with it comes back a sense of Hope. That is what the dark depressing days of winter do ... they take our Hope! At least mine anyway!
Which brings me nicely to today and the fact that it is 200 editions of ttt!
A big shout out to the founder and creator @ablaze of this fluffing awesome initiative on your amazing Blockchain
My inspiration for today's post came a wee while ago when I read his post that was published at 2am!
*Lead Image made on Canva with an AI prompt from me the author.
It is Tuesday and that of course means that it's #ttt or #threetunetuesday and so it's time to share some tunes with you!
@ablaze started #ttt 200 weeks ago! Go check out what it is all about on his last post 200-inspired songs for Three Tune Tuesday - Week 200 - win 5 HBI
Happy 200!
Do go support @ablaze as without him we would not have this mental fun musical activity that you can win HSBI from! I am happy to be one of the FIVE sponsors and it is kinda fun checking out music from all over this global village of ours!
Long live #ttt 😁🎼 and #threetunetuesday
Where to start
200 and not out ... Never Give Up
I love ttt or threetunetuesday and I have been proud to be a sponsor almost since I first started participating in ttt!
So today when I read from @ablaze that today was the 200th edition of ttt and he was unsure if he could keep doing it every week, I initially thought of Never Give Up.
So today Never Give Up is the theme for three tunes...
First up we have the Aussie superstar Sia
Tune 1 Sia - Never Give Up
Sia's full name is Sia Kate Isobelle Furler, is an Australian singer, songwriter, record producer, and music video director.
he has written songs for Rihanna ("Diamonds") and Beyoncé ("Pretty Hurts") amongst many others, so you may know her without knowing her.
This song typifies the music that Sia puts out. First of all she has such an awesome distinctive voice and this video as she became well known for often hiding her face during public appearances and music videos using large wigs.
Sia's "Never Give Up" is a powerful anthem of perseverance, prominently featured on the soundtrack of the 2016 film "Lion."
I include this soundtrack as it shows the lyrics.
This is what Gemini has to say ....
Its lyrics speak of battling inner struggles and facing adversity, yet maintaining an unwavering determination. The song's impact was amplified by its inclusion in "Lion," a film that itself tells a story of overcoming immense obstacles. "Never Give Up" became a symbol of hope and strength, further solidifying Sia's reputation for creating music that inspires
Tune 2 Rick Astley - Never Gonna Give You Up
Okay okay don't shoot me..
This popped into my head and I had to play Rick Astley, why I should I be alone in having this earworm in my head!
Tune 3 Spice Girls - Never Give Up on the Good Times
The Spice Girls were a revelation and a breath of fresh air.
It was awesome seeing a bunch of girls do so well and like them or not they were massive role models for so many girls in the UK.
I had to include this version which was from their film Spice World.
Not a film I saw, but fair play to them...
I shall end by saying Girl Power!
Which was your favourite Never Give Up tune?
Note: The 3 YouTube videos that I have shared are not owned by me, I am simply spreading great music on Hive.
I wish that you all have a brilliant happy fun and terrific Tuesday until we meet again enjoy your tunes 🎶🎵🎶
Thanks for visiting!
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@tengolotodo March 25th 2025
You say it fast, but behind 200 weeks there is a lot of work! Hopefully we can continue to enjoy music Tuesdays. As always, you share great music, Ed. In this case, all three are familiar and great pieces. I'm leaning towards Sia: her whole aesthetic and voice I love. A 200 week hug!
I can't believe you Rick Rolled us...
Haha yeah sorry 🤣🤣🤣
I like the 2nd one. 😁😁. Though they are all nice songs.
Aha I thought that might have been your choice :)
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Hey man, loving the theme and thanks a million for the shout outs, much appreciated 👏
Something that irks me a bit is that I've done this for 200 straight weeks and brought many people from occasional lurkers to weekly posters and helped drive engagement, but no whale has weighed in with a weekly boost to help it along. That does disappoint me if I'm honest.
Having said that though, I set it up to share tunes and discover tunes, and it continues to deliver in that regard, so onwards and upwards..
The SIA one the winner for me
I get you. Seeing what other things whales get into I am with you on the disappointment front.
The engagement it delivers is awesome. But it is all about who you know on here.
I love it and salute your tenacity, doing your post and then the winners posts takes some doing. Thank you.
Fun songs there! Never give up is a great theme. Kind of reminded me of that old movie Space Quest, "never give up, never surrender" line. lol
Great selection, haven't heard the Spice Girls in ages now!
Oh Space Quest, not seen that in ages!
Yeah had to have the Never Give Up theme so ablaze doesn't give up hehe!
Hope you are having a great week!