Blamed

Songs to listen to during the story

### Chapter 1: The Lie
1. **"Rumour Has It" by Adele** – Captures the spread and impact of the damaging rumor.
2. **"Boulevard of Broken Dreams" by Green Day** – Reflects Sage's initial feelings of isolation.
3. **"Everybody Hurts" by R.E.M.** – Acknowledges Sage's emotional turmoil.
4. **"Numb" by Linkin Park** – Expresses her numbness and confusion as the lies spread.
5. **"Lies" by Marina and the Diamonds** – Emphasizes the theme of deceit.
6. **"Bleeding Love" by Leona Lewis** – Illustrates Sage's emotional pain.
7. **"Creep" by Radiohead** – Highlights Sage's feelings of alienation.
8. **"Jar of Hearts" by Christina Perri** – Reflects on betrayal and heartbreak.
9. **"Unsteady" by X Ambassadors** – Captures Sage's unstable emotional state.
10. **"Human" by Christina Perri** – Expresses Sage's vulnerability and humanity.

### Chapter 2: The Fall
1. **"Crawling" by Linkin Park** – Conveys Sage's deepening despair.
2. **"Breathe Me" by Sia** – Highlights her emotional breakdown.
3. **"Fix You" by Coldplay** – Suggests the possibility of healing, even as she contemplates ending it all.
4. **"Shadow of the Day" by Linkin Park** – Reflects on her dark thoughts.
5. **"1-800-273-8255" by Logic** – Addresses the themes of suicide and reaching out for help.
6. **"Mad World" by Gary Jules** – Captures Sage's bleak outlook on life.
7. **"Broken" by Seether ft. Amy Lee** – Conveys Sage's broken state.
8. **"Say Something" by A Great Big World ft. Christina Aguilera** – Expresses her desperate plea for someone to believe her.
9. **"In My Blood" by Shawn Mendes** – Reflects her struggle to hold on.
10. **"Hurt" by Nine Inch Nails (covered by Johnny Cash)** – Conveys her deep emotional pain.

### Chapter 3: A Glimmer of Hope
1. **"The Light" by Disturbed** – Signifies the beginning of her recovery.
2. **"Brave" by Sara Bareilles** – Reflects her decision to face her struggles head-on.
3. **"Fight Song" by Rachel Platten** – Represents Sage's determination to reclaim her life.
4. **"Rise Up" by Andra Day** – Symbolizes her resilience and hope.
5. **"Titanium" by David Guetta ft. Sia** – Conveys her strength despite adversity.
6. **"Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You)" by Kelly Clarkson** – Emphasizes her growing strength.
7. **"Carry On" by Fun.** – Reflects the support of her siblings and her will to continue.
8. **"Survivor" by Destiny's Child** – Represents her fight to survive and thrive.
9. **"Not Afraid" by Eminem** – Shows her determination to confront her fears.
10. **"The Climb" by Miley Cyrus** – Highlights her journey toward recovery.

### Chapter 4: Rebuilding
1. **"Unwritten" by Natasha Bedingfield** – Represents Sage starting anew and writing her own story.
2. **"Roar" by Katy Perry** – Reflects her newfound confidence.
3. **"Chandelier" by Sia** – Illustrates her struggle to regain control of her life.
4. **"Shake It Out" by Florence + The Machine** – Signifies her effort to shake off the past.
5. **"Breakaway" by Kelly Clarkson** – Captures her journey of self-discovery.
6. **"Skyscraper" by Demi Lovato** – Represents her rising above the lies.
7. **"Piece by Piece" by Kelly Clarkson** – Reflects her process of rebuilding.
8. **"Let It Go" by Idina Menzel** – Emphasizes her decision to let go of the past.
9. **"Resilient" by Katy Perry** – Conveys her resilience and strength.
10. **"New Rules" by Dua Lipa** – Represents her setting new boundaries for herself.

### Chapter 5: The Betrayal
1. **"Backstabber" by Kesha** – Highlights the theme of betrayal by a close friend.
2. **"Bad Blood" by Taylor Swift** – Reflects the fallout with Michelle.
3. **"Cry Me a River" by Justin Timberlake** – Conveys her heartbreak and anger.
4. **"Irreplaceable" by Beyoncé** – Shows her resolve to move on from toxic relationships.
5. **"Love the Way You Lie" by Eminem ft. Rihanna** – Represents the destructive power of lies.
6. **"Sorry" by Halsey** – Conveys her mixed feelings towards Michelle.
7. **"Take a Bow" by Rihanna** – Highlights her disillusionment with Michelle's actions.
8. **"Rolling in the Deep" by Adele** – Represents her anger and sense of betrayal.
9. **"Survivor" by Destiny's Child** – Shows her determination to move past the betrayal.
10. **"So What" by P!nk** – Reflects her defiance and decision to move on.

### Chapter 6: Moving Forward
1. **"Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You)" by Kelly Clarkson** – Represents her newfound strength.
2. **"Scars to Your Beautiful" by Alessia Cara** – Emphasizes her acceptance of herself.
3. **"Brave" by Sara Bareilles** – Reflects her courage to move forward.
4. **"Rise" by Katy Perry** – Signifies her continued growth and resilience.
5. **"I Will Survive" by Gloria Gaynor** – Represents her determination to thrive.
6. **"Unstoppable" by Sia** – Conveys her sense of empowerment.
7. **"The Fighter" by Gym Class Heroes ft. Ryan Tedder** – Highlights her fight to reclaim her life.
8. **"Superheroes" by The Script** – Reflects her inner strength and resilience.
9. **"Warrior" by Demi Lovato** – Conveys her transformation into a stronger person.
10. **"Unbreakable" by Fireflight** – Emphasizes her unbreakable spirit.

### Chapter 7: The Truth
1. **"Truth Hurts" by Lizzo** – Represents the revelation of Michelle's betrayal.
2. **"Apologize" by OneRepublic** – Reflects the apology from Michelle.
3. **"Loyalty" by Kendrick Lamar ft. Rihanna** – Highlights the theme of loyalty and betrayal.
4. **"Breathe Again" by Sara Bareilles** – Conveys Sage's need for closure.
5. **"Don't Speak" by No Doubt** – Reflects the painful confrontation with Michelle.
6. **"Someone Like You" by Adele** – Represents the emotional fallout from the revelation.
7. **"Stronger Than Me" by Amy Winehouse** – Highlights Sage's realization of her own strength.
8. **"We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together" by Taylor Swift** – Emphasizes her decision to cut ties with Michelle.
9. **"Sorry Not Sorry" by Demi Lovato** – Conveys her defiance and strength.
10. **"Fighter" by Christina Aguilera** – Reflects her determination to rise above the betrayal.

### Chapter 8: A New Beginning
1. **"Happy" by Pharrell Williams** – Represents Sage's new beginning and happiness.
2. **"Firework" by Katy Perry** – Reflects her renewed sense of self and confidence.
3. **"Born This Way" by Lady Gaga** – Emphasizes self-acceptance and embracing who she is.
4. **"Unstoppable" by Sia** – Conveys her sense of empowerment moving forward.
5. **"On Top of the World" by Imagine Dragons** – Reflects her positive outlook on life.
6. **"Good as Hell" by Lizzo** – Represents her confidence and self-love.
7. **"Perfect" by P!nk** – Emphasizes self-acceptance and moving forward.
8. **"Ain't It Fun" by Paramore** – Reflects her newfound freedom and joy.
9. **"Don't Stop Believin'" by Journey** – Highlights her determination to keep going.
10. **"Walking on Sunshine" by Katrina and the Waves** – Conveys her positive energy and hope.

### Chapter 9: The Wedding
1. **"Marry You" by Bruno Mars** – Represents the joyous occasion of the wedding.
2. **"A Thousand Years" by Christina Perri** – Reflects the love between Ronnie and Renee.
3. **"All of Me" by John Legend** – Highlights the love and commitment in the wedding.
4. **"At Last" by Etta James** – Conveys the sense of a perfect moment.
5. **"Just the Way You Are" by Bruno Mars** – Reflects the beauty of the wedding day.
6. **"Thinking Out Loud" by Ed Sheeran** – Represents the love and connection celebrated.
7. **"Say You Won't Let Go" by James Arthur** – Conveys the enduring nature of love.
8. **"Perfect" by Ed

### Chapter 10: A New Life
1. **"A New Day Has Come" by Celine Dion** – Represents the beginning of Sage's new journey as she embraces her future.
2. **"Brave" by Sara Bareilles** – Reflects Sage's courage to face the new challenges ahead.
3. **"Stronger" by Kanye West** – Emphasizes her resilience and strength to move forward.
4. **"Unwritten" by Natasha Bedingfield** – Signifies the start of a new chapter in her life.
5. **"Rise Up" by Andra Day** – Conveys her determination to rise above her past.
6. **"Beautiful Day" by U2** – Highlights the hope and positivity of a new beginning.
7. **"Fight Song" by Rachel Platten** – Represents her ongoing determination and strength.
8. **"Defying Gravity" by Idina Menzel** – Reflects her decision to break free from her past and soar.
9. **"Titanium" by David Guetta ft. Sia** – Emphasizes her inner strength and resilience.
10. **"I Will Survive" by Gloria Gaynor** – Represents her ultimate triumph over adversity and the start of a new life with hope and determination.