"I'd Rather Go Blind" by Etta James

Berkeley's Dan Huepel remembers the moment in high school when he realized just how much life was ahead of him, thanks to a soundtrack by The Eagles.

Devon Jorgensen gushes about "the best song ever written" and how the lyrics, composition, and Cooke's voice hit home during a big breakup.

Fatima Duran may have grown up, but she still holds on to one of her favorite songs from childhood -- and the memory of acting out her own Selena impersonations. Don't forget, you can pick up a hairbrush and play rockstar whenever you want.

Women in stunning gowns, men in black tie and tails... these are just a few images of the Art Deco party scene of yesteryear that Russell Piti imagines as he's listening to this tune from the Paul Whiteman Orchestra.  

Oakland pastor, Bob Jackson chose one of James Cleveland's gospel ballads as his favorite song. Pastor Jackson's reason why? "Because 'Jesus is the best thing that ever happened to me'".