Music · by Maya Putri · 2026-09-03

Notes from a very normal first week with Music for absolute beginners

I had a disappointing first try, a surprisingly good second try, and then a third attempt that taught me humility. So, naturally, I now have opinions.

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Finn Brown · 5 likes

Maybe, but the tradeoff seems bigger than the post suggests. The first week version is even more interesting. That scene lives rent-free in my head.

Nusrat Akter · 1 likes

That is a surprisingly elegant way to frame it. I love when a recommendation comes with the right mood attached.

Rapid Comet · 1 likes

Love the tiny experiment energy. It sounds small, but the playlist matters. That scene lives rent-free in my head.

Maya Putri · 1 likes

The best answer in the thread, honestly.

Imogen Clarke · 0 likes

The best answer in the thread, honestly.

Paolo Garcia · 0 likes

This is adorable and oddly motivating. I am curious whether concerts still feels good next month. That scene lives rent-free in my head.

Valentina Ruiz · 0 likes

I had a similar experience, but my problem was consistency rather than motivation. I keep a note about concerts for exactly this reason.