over & over & over

Music mostly happens in my car.  But, there I listen to it compulsively, and perhaps that's why I'm so far behind on what's new. I can really only manage to love one song at a time. And I play that song over & over obsessively. For the longest time my song of choice has been The Killers' "All These Things That I've Done". So many reasons to love it. The progression is key for me. And the passion. And the fact that my typical carmates (Aidan, Davyn, Savvy, London) belt it out so fantastically well.

But today I found a rival for *current favorite* status. Thank you, Jordan, for a fabulous mix CD. I couldn't make it through all the songs yet because this one grabbed me. Regina Spektor's "Fidelity". And we listened to it to Mesa & back today. Pretty much non-stop. Nothing in the world compares to Davyn singing that refrain "and it breaks my he-ahahah-ahahah-ahahah-ahart". I'm not savvy enough to figure out how to post it on my blog for listening pleasure, but if you haven't heard that tune yet, check it out.

This time it's not the progression or passion, just pure happiness. I don't know if a song has made my insides instantly so happy since David Gray's "Babylon" was at the number one spot. 

I just might get through a normal person's hit list if I live 500 years. Or so.

(Sidenote to Kel: "The Art Teacher" is still on my over & over cycle as well, but I have yet to find any fellow travelers who appreciate it.  It creeps most people out, but I do truly love Rufus's passion.  And how many songs can boast of lyrics like, "here I am in this uniformish, pantsuit sort of thing"?!)

Comments

[jenny c.]

jordan seriously has the best mixes. I LOVE her two that she sent me. happy listening :)

[Jill]

I felt that way about Babylon too! I'm not currently in love with any one song, but I tend to favor entire cds for long periods of time. I'm currently listening to James Morrison every day and love it.

[Kelly]

It's so fun to have a new favorite song. I am also an "over and over" girl. Currently I vascillate between "This Years Love" by David Gray, "All Time Love" by Will Young, "Rangers" by A Fine Frenzy, and "Dinner at Eight" by Rufus Wainwright. "Better" by Regina Spektor is one of my over and over faves as well.

I laughed out loud when I read your side note about The Art Teacher. I adore that song. I first put it on a surprise mix tape for Keith to listen to in the car. He had to guess all the artists and win a prize. He failed. But, he was pretty creeped out by that song, too. I sent it to Josh expecting him to love it, but he did not. So, I am beyond delighted to have found someone to share in my Art Teacher love. I only wish I had an art teacher and a Turner and a uniformish pantsuit sort of thing so that I could liken it unto me.

Rufus has some of the best lines ever in song. "An old piece of bacon never eaten by Elvis." "Does anyone else have slightly mysterious bruises?" "I tried to dance Britney Spears, I guess I'm getting on in years." And he is always passionate. He is my favorite weird songstress. I really love him.

[Michelle]

I tend to do the same thing with a song. I will listen to it over, and over again. It can drive my family crazy, if we are all in the car together. I enjoyed looking at the pictures of your weekend escape! I am sure it had to feel so good to get out of this heat!

[sheri]

I don't think I have even heard of any of those songs. I will have to check these out.

[Mandy]

You and I have a lot in common in the music department, other than Rufus. Sorry, he's not my favorite. I really tried to like him, but... David Gray makes me happy. His voice is so calming to me. I also love Regina Spector and have been listening to Samson on a daily basis. Have you ever listened to The Weepies? They are lovely too.

[Jordan]

Hooray! Nothing matches Regina's voice, there is something about the rhythm of her songs combined with that voice that grabs you--so glad you've been grabbed!!

[Mandi]

Yeah, you've been on the lookout for a new song since the kiddos have been singing the Killers since last spring - or should I say, "the soldier song." Love it! I'll also admit I'm glad you might have a different CD in your car next time we go somewhere -- I think you've had that one mix one for like 5 years or something -- the one with "Yellow" and "Mysterious Ways" and "Sensitive." Time for a new mix cd. Thank you Jordan!

By the way, the girls are still singing "Yellow" all the time -- and they've even tried to sing it with different colors -- "and it was all pink. . ." but it doesn't quite have the same ring.

[sista #2]

Okay. I have no clue what you just said(wrote)!haha
When I drive James to school we listen to Scripture Scouts which I highly recommend. When I'm alone, I like country tunes, I have Faith Hill and Rascal Flats and Sara Evans in the stereo right now. Pretty basic. ;)

[Annalisa]

Alexis and my nephew Christian love All These Things I've Done (well Crystalyn thinks Christian just loves the name The Killers) and it is fun to crank it up in the car and hear them belt out the words. Of course on repeat. I'm loving Read My Mind off their album right now.
I have not heard of Regina. Maybe I'll have to check that one out, but seriously I am more intrigued by the Art Teacher. I'd share the songs on my repeat list, but I'd get same blank stare back. Enjoying your car tunes!