The Soundtrack of Friction Strikes a Light Within
Let your pencil be the match.
This playlist was made to sit beside the poems in Friction Strikes a Light Within—and beside whatever you’re moving through right now.
Whether you’re holding grief, chasing clarity, building something new, or simply showing up, these songs are here to stir your thoughts and light your way forward.
Not every flame has to burn you.
Some are meant to guide you home.
Immerse yourself in the sounds that inspired and echo the world of Friction Strikes a Light Within. This carefully curated soundtrack blends haunting melodies, soulful rhythms, and evocative beats to accompany your journey through the pages — or simply to set the perfect mood for reflection and creativity.
✍️ Journal With Intention
Choose one song.
Let it open something soft.
Then press your pencil to the page like a match to the edge of your truth.
Write what needs to rise.
Write through the burn.
Write until it begins to feel like light.
This isn’t just about reflection.
It’s about becoming.
You’re not just telling your story.
You’re stepping into your best life—one honest line at a time.
Thanks for tuning into the Friction Strikes A Light Within soundtrack. These songs carry the moods and stories woven throughout the poetry—perfect for reading, reflecting, or simply escaping into the moment.
Hit play, let the music move you, and come back anytime for inspiration or calm. If a track stands out to you, drop a comment or share it with a fellow reader.
Keep listening, keep feeling.
— Alice McMurtry