Opening lines

Here are some sweet opening lines to songs. This post will be ongoing - I'll add more as I discover other great opening lines.

"When I think back on all the crap I learned in High School, it's a wonder I can think at all."
- Paul Simon, Kodachrome 

"You PMS like a b****, I would know."
- Katy Perry, Hot N Cold

"I heard that you were drunk and mean down at the Dairy Queen."
- Indigo Girls, Dairy Queen

"All the other girls here are stars, you are the Northern Lights."
- Josh Ritter, Kathleen

"G*d I feel like hell tonight."
- Sheryl Crow, Strong Enough

"You think you're gonna take her away with your money and you cocaine."
- Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Listen To Her Heart

"You were the first thing that I thought of when I thought I'd drink you off my mind."
- Clint Black, Killin' Time

Relief from repetitive radio

I have the privilege of living in the Twin Cities Metro area, and as a result, I have access to some phenomenal public radio. We have three public radio stations, 91.1 is news and talk, 99.5 is classical, and my favorite, 89.3 - The Current plays a very eclectic mix of music. Don't live in the Twin Cities? No worries, you can listen to The Current online. You won't be disappointed! And yes, I am a sustaining member of Minnesota Public Radio. Consider becoming a member of your local Public Radio Station - check out the NPR website for more info.

Listen to this

For the past few months, I have really been enjoying the album North Hills by the group Dawes. Check out their blog here. Their music reminds me of old Neil Young, mainly Harvest Moon era Neil. It's been a long time since I have found an album that I can put on and listen to the entire thing, without skipping. Every track is a winner. It's encouraging to know that there are still folks out there making great music. Thanks Dawes.