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Romeo saw "Sparks"

 Some may believe that love at first sight doesn't exist, that it's an outlandish and maybe even childish concept. But Romeo is a living testament to that statement. Immediately after setting his eyes upon Juliet, he fell in love. He describes Juliet as a "rich jewel" (1.5.53) and a "snowy dove' (1.5.55), remarks that showcase her beauty and "bright" presence. He'd never seen "true beauty till this night". (1.5.60) Coldplay's "Sparks" is the perfect song to illustrate Romeo's emotions. The lines "My heart is yours/It's you that I hold on to" relates back to how Romeo feels about Juliet. Despite his recent infatuation with Rosaline, Romeo has his gaze on Juliet, and Juliet only. His heart is hers. A recurring verse throughout the song is "I saw sparks". I know for sure that Romeo would be listening to this song on repeat because Romeo saw sparks with Juliet. Cupid must've made an appearance because there were sparks of love between them that night. And deep-down, Romeo hopes that those sparks could ignite into something more.


But tension begins to arise when Juliet learns about Romeo's true identity. That he's a Montague, and their families resent each other. The song's opening lines "Did I drive you away/I know what you'll say" is a message to Juliet. Romeo hopes that the knowledge of who he is doesn't drive Juliet away from him. That the rivalry between their families doesn't mean there has to be rivalry between them too. "Is she a Capulet? O dear account! My life is my foe's debt". (1.5.131-132)  Romeo begins to feel conflicted when he realizes that Juliet, the woman he loves, is a Capulet and that their night of fun could be their first and last encounter. 





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