Let Your Music Be Heard: Why the World Needs Your Unique Song—and How to Start Playing It

In the corner of the room sits a guitar. Its glossy finish catches the light, and its six strings stretch perfectly across the body, waiting to be played. It’s a beautiful instrument—a work of art carved from wood, built with the purpose of bringing music into the world.

Yet, too many days go by when it just sits there, unplayed.

Every time I see it gathering dust, I can’t help but think: this guitar was made for more. It wasn’t built to be decoration. Its strings were meant to vibrate with sound, to create joy, connection, and emotion. And every day it doesn’t get picked up, it’s not fulfilling its purpose.

That guitar feels like a nudge, a quiet reminder. On the surface, it’s telling me to play more music. And honestly, I feel it when I don’t.

Life Needs Music

Music isn’t just a nice addition to life—it’s essential. It has this incredible way of filling the gaps in our days, of adding rhythm and harmony to even the most mundane moments.

Friedrich Nietzsche said it best: “Without music, life would be a mistake.” For me, that rings true. When a day goes by without music—whether singing, playing, or even just listening to it—it feels incomplete. There’s less joy, less spark, less life. You get through the day, but something feels off.

Music has this unique ability to ground us and lift us at the same time. It connects us to memories, emotions, and even to each other. That’s why I need it in my life.

But here’s the thing: the guitar in the corner of the room isn’t just about music.

The Deeper Metaphor

That unplayed guitar represents something bigger.

Each of us is like that guitar. We weren’t carved out of wood, but we were created with a purpose. We all carry something within us—a unique melody, if you will—that we’re meant to share with the world.

Wayne Dyer said, “Don’t die with your music still in you.” Think about that for a second. It’s a powerful reminder that every single one of us has something special to offer.

But just like the guitar in the room, it’s easy to let our potential sit in the corner.

Why We Wait

Life gets busy. The day-to-day grind takes over. There are deadlines to meet, bills to pay, and emails to answer. The urgent pushes out the important. And sometimes, let’s be real, fear gets in the way. Fear of failing, of not being good enough, or even of succeeding and not knowing what to do next.

But here’s the truth: the guitar isn’t meant to stay silent. Neither are we.

Every day we don’t act on our purpose is a day that potential stays untapped.

Picking Up Your Guitar

So, what’s your “music”? What’s the thing inside you that you know you’re meant to bring into the world?

Maybe it’s a skill you’ve been meaning to sharpen, a story you’ve been wanting to tell, or an idea you’ve been sitting on for too long. Maybe it’s something simple, like reaching out to someone you care about or starting a habit you’ve been putting off.

Whatever it is, here’s the good news: you don’t have to figure it all out today. You just have to start.

Take one small step. Pick up your “guitar.” Write a single page. Make a call. Sketch the idea. Sing the song.

It doesn’t have to be perfect—it just has to start.

The World Needs Your Music

The guitar in the corner reminds me every day: don’t let your music stay silent. Whatever your “music” is, take a small step today. Write the words, make the call, start the project—whatever it looks like for you, just begin.

I’d love to know what your unique song is. What’s the thing you’ve been meaning to pick up and play? Reply to this email or leave a comment—I’d genuinely love to hear from you.

If this message resonated with you, share it with someone who might need a little encouragement to pick up their “guitar.” And if you’re not already, follow me on social media (@ElliotDvorin) for more stories, tips, and ideas.

Let’s make some music together.