The hit single “Wake Me up When September Ends” was written by Billie Joe Armstrong about his father who died from esophageal cancer when Armstrong was 10 years old. This popular song illustrates a health storyline that is likely overlooked by many casual listeners. Listening to the song, paying close attention to the words, could open discussion of grief and loss.
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- Link: https://youtu.be/NU9JoFKlaZ0
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Language: English
Type of Story: Video Recording
Medium: video
Contributed by: Health Story Hub Team ( health-storyhub@uiowa.edu )
Citation:
Armstrong, B. J., Dirnt, M., & Cool, T. (2005, June 15). Wake Me up When September Ends [Alternative Rock; Music Video]. Reprise Records. https://youtu.be/NU9JoFKlaZ0