Relient K

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A Value of a Challenge

"Sadie Hawkins Dance"

All the girls in the bathroom talkin'
Who they gonna take to the Sadie Hawkins?
My ears are burning, but I kept on walking
A smile on my face, and an air guitar rocking.

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The Sadie Hawkins Dance, in my Khaki pants
There's nothing better.
The girls ask the guys, it's always a surprise.
There's nothing better.
Baby, do you like my sweater?
Sitting in the back of my next class napping,
Gotta give a speech, then bow to the clapping.
Told a funny joke, got the whole class laughing,
I think I got a tan, from the Language Arts basking.

Chorus

Scan the cafeteria for some good seating.
I found a good spot by the cheerleaders, eating.
The quarterback asked me if I'd like a beating.
I said "That's one thing I won't be needing!"
And since I'm rather smart and cunning,
I took off down the next hall, running.
Only to get stopped by a girl so stunning,
Only to get stopped by a girl so stunning.
She said "You're smooth, and good with talking.
"You'll go with me, to the Sadie Hawkins?"


Although I'm sure many of you are aware of this story, my friend Holly Reiber and I were discussing how Relient K's story can be compared to the myth, "Value of a Challenge." This small band, which started off, ironically, here in Canton, Ohio made it's debut at "The Hub." They became known amongst Christians who enjoyed their style of music. "Sadie Hawkins Dance" was the song that made heads turn, which was played on all sorts of radio stations, not strictly Christian. They produced many cd's becoming more and more famous, and before they knew it they were being faced with the challenge of changing their sound. After a while they became noticed so widely that they were nominated for a Grammy award. Grabbing the attention of a well-known record company was the next challenge for them, stay with Gotee Records or go big. Not only was that a challenge, but what would they be losing and gaining if they chose to go big. They wanted to go bigger to affect more people, however in doing so they would risk losing the faithful fans they had from the start. Now being big they face the pressure and challenge of conforming to what media and society wants, while still trying to stay true to their roots and faith. The connection between their story and the myth is how although obstacles were thrown their way, they were still able to overcome the challenges presented and be successful. Thus, making the journey valuable, accomplishing, and worthwhile.