Sunday, August 12, 2018

Unusual ingredients, successful stew

Since hearing it last Wednesday, Mitski's new song, "Nobody," has stayed with me.  Its disparate elements intrigue me; the tune combines elements of the Isaac Hayes theme from "Shaft," ELO's "Livin' Thing," and Keren Ann's "Not Going Anywhere," while still sounding fresh and original.  For a song about feeling overlooked and unloved, these are some ear-catching vocals and piano playing.  Each time I listen to it, I think, "I hope she gets what she's seeking."