Another reaction to one of my song ratings, from a high school friend: "An A minus for (Joe Jackson's) 'Steppin' Out?' I can't believe it. Ha, ha, ha! An A minus for 'Steppin' Out...'"
Yes, I gave "Steppin' Out" an A-, and I stand by that grade. In my opinion, it's instantly catchy right from the intro, lyrically smart, and has a solid sing-along chorus. I gave few A-s and even fewer As, so my friend laughing that my grade was too generous surprised me. Another friend put things in perspective when he told the laughing student, "I agree with you, but it's pointless to argue about it. Music's very subjective."
Exactly.
