things I like about concerts

the undying, undisputable unity of the packed stadium

the energy emanating from every body

the screaming girl about to make me go deaf behind me who's having the best day of her life

the chorus of the sold out arena continuing the lyrics in unison when the lead holds out the mic

the surrealism of the lights from everyone's phones

the waving arms that make the pit look like an anemone in a current

the pride of being part of something big and exciting and alive and real