"You promised the world and I fell for it, I put you first and you adored it. Set fires to my forest and you let it burn, sang offkey in my chorus cause it wasn't yours." Selena Gomez is a multifaceted American singer, actress, and producer who gained fame as a Disney star before transitioning into a successful music career.  Her 2019 hit Lose You to Love Me from the album Rare became a global anthem for self-love and healing, with the heartfelt line, "I needed to lose you to find me," resonating deeply with listeners. Known for her emotional vulnerability in both music and acting, Gomez has become a voice for personal growth and mental health awareness. Verse ✍️ and Verve 💥: The Poetry of Popular Music 🎶  is an enthralling podcast that traverses the landscape of popular music from the 1960s to today. Exploring the art of lyrical craftsmanship, each episode delves into the poetic narratives of influential songwriters, spanning the spectrum from the revolutionary words of Bob Dylan and Leonard Cohen's introspective genius to the emotive ballads of Adele and Kendrick Lamar's profound verses.  The podcast also highlights the cultural resonance and personal storytelling in the songs of Taylor Swift, the intricate lyrics of Frank Ocean, and Billie Eilish's innovative wordplay. Paying homage to the timeless impact of legends like John Lennon, Johnny Cash, and David Bowie, Samuel Hollingsworth's distinctive voice brings to life the quotes of these iconic songs, connecting the expressive songwriting of the past with today's groundbreaking artists. "Verse and Verve" invites listeners to a rich exploration of lyrical evolution in popular music, celebrating the creative brilliance that has defined generations, a collection thoughtfully assembled by Cala Vox. Now available for your reading delight on Amazon Kindle, this collection includes two ebooks (Part 1 (https://amzn.to/3U4w3jv), Part 2 (https://amzn.to/3y77vPY) featuring 100 iconic song quotes that bring the magic of music to life.