Gemotions

The street performer's voice was wavering in the cool evening air. Daniel, a struggling songwriter, was passing by. He paused. The guitar chords sounded familiar. He stopped to listen. The voice started to sing the opening lines of his song, "Broken Promises."

Daniel's steps slowed. He was rooted to the spot. The singer was singing *his* song! A strange sensation filled him. He felt like he was bubbling with energy. He felt weightless.

He approached the performer, who was a scruffy-looking fellow with a worn guitar case. Daniel listened intently. The rendition was raw, imperfect, but filled with a passion that moved him. A smile spread across Daniel's face. He started to sway, lost in the music.

After the song ended, Daniel clapped enthusiastically, yelling, “Bravo!” He reached for his wallet, eager to support this artist who had unexpectedly breathed life into his creation.