Friday Five: 1/2

In which I blather about five songs randomly selected from my iPod playlist as I listen to them.

"Call Me" - Blondie
Blondie is one of the first real bands I remember being aware of. My uncle was a big fan, but I think that maybe was as much for Debbie Harry as for the music.

"All of Me" - Willie Nelson
Another selection from Stardust. If you've never listened to the album, you really should.

"Mister Cellophane" - John C. Reilly
From the Chicago movie soundtrack. I think this is my favorite song from the show - Reilly did a great job portraying a sad sack who manages to hold onto just a shred of dignity.

"Gin and Juice" - The Gourds
Bluegrass cover of the Snoop Dog rap. The first time I heard it, I thought it was hysterical - I mean it was gangster rap lyrics with a drawl and backed by banjo and mandolin. About the time it got to the breakdown, though, I realized that these guys could really jam. So, while the song still amuses me, it is also a pretty impressive work on its own merits.

"Hello, I Love You" - The Doors
"Sidewalk crouches at her feet/ Like a dog that begs for something sweet." What?