The song "Memory" is a cover of a well-known song from the musical "Cats" written by Andrew Lloyd Webber. Jennifer Hudson's rendition brings a powerful and emotional performance to the lyrics. The song is sung from the perspective of the character Grizabella, a once-glamorous cat who has fallen on hard times and is now longing for her past. The lyrics express her yearning to escape her present circumstances and find happiness and fulfillment again. Grizabella asks her memories to guide her and turn her face towards the moonlight, symbolizing hope and the search for something better. She reminisces about her former beauty and the time when she knew what happiness was. The verses paint a vivid image of her surroundings—burnt-out ends of smoky days, the cold smell of morning, and the fleeting nature of nights turning into days. Each daybreak brings both a reminder of the past and the opportunity for a fresh start. As the song progresses, Grizabella pleads for a new life and refuses to give in to despair. She longs for the touch of another person or connection, as it would remind her of what happiness truly feels like. The light shining through the trees signifies hope and rejuvenation, but as the dawn breaks, her memories start to fade. The song conveys a sense of melancholy and longing mixed with a glimmer of hope for a brighter future. It speaks to the universal human experience of seeking happiness, reminiscing about what once was, and the bittersweet nature of memories. With her powerful vocals, Jennifer Hudson brings out the emotional depth of the lyrics, capturing the essence of Grizabella's journey and delivering a heartfelt performance that resonates with listeners.
