Uses and gratifications theory in relation to my project

My project has a very emotional basis. It involves two who cannot be together due to the distance they are from each other. This can have a personal relationship with many people as it is a real life situation that a large number of people in society may be experiencing. Not only does this apply to couples in a relationship but it also applies to single people seeking to have one. Although physically close some may feel a psychological distance with the one they wish to form a relationship with which, unconsciously, can be reflected in the song giving it a deeper meaning and therefore more 'emotional interaction' between the lyrics and the listener. This stronger bond and deeper meaning can lead to an attraction towards the song.

The song can also provide people with some form of 'escapism'. People in this situation or have a psychological distance may feel that by hearing this song they are not alone. Although still in the situation the song provides them with support without them even taking notice and this escape from their current dilemma is the result of them feeling they have moral support from others going through the same experience.

 
Some people may also find some kind of role model or have a personal identity with the characters in the music video. For example the man within the music video shows commitment and drive to make it work between himself and 'Delilah' the girl who he is in a relationship with. Long distance relationships can work but for some it is a difficult thing to go through and can lead to people giving up on trying to keep it working. The man in the video can act as a role model to these people as it shows determination and can inspire others to continue trying no matter how futile their efforts seem.