sing, sing a song
I've done karaoke precisely one time in my life. Technically, it was only half a time because it was a duet with Sheila (who has a gorgeous voice, FYI). Together we tackled Sweet Caroline by Neil Diamond, thank you very much.
As I recall, we invited The Lovely (and, at the Time, Very Trashed) Jess to join us but she dismissed us with a wave of her hand and said, "Nah, I've already got something in the works." Girlfriend was saving her vocal cords to take on some Britney, you see.
I'm a big ass chicken baby when it comes to getting up in front of people (hence the recruitment of Sheila). However, that hasn't stopped me from compiling a playlist of songs I would theoretically like to sing... if I had the voice and the balls. I realize some of these may not be available in the standard-issue karaoke catalog but kindly indulge me anyway. Coincidentally, this would also be my set list if I fronted a cover band...
1. The Entire Discography of One Ms. Pat Benatar
Spread out over several gigs, of course. I already know from this post that I'd have plenty of people rocking out with me.
2. Gimme Shelter - The Rolling Stones
I only want to sing backup on this song. But only when I have a cold because there's no way I can come close to sounding like Merry Clayton otherwise. Actually, NO ONE can sound like her. If you haven't paid attention to the backing vocals in this song, I implore you to do so. In my opinion (and it's just MY opinion so don't argue with me and tell me I'm wrong, music snobs), there isn't a more perfect song than "Gimme Shelter."
3. Mother Mother - Tracy Bonham
Any song that lets me emit a cathartic primal scream is okay by moi.
4. Cherub Rock - Smashing Pumpkins
Ditto on the screaming part. Oh and this song also prompts me to bang my head considerably thereby giving my curls a chance to perform like a rock star. It's quite a display.
5. Bad - U2
I would like to showcase my love of Bono when he was just preachy (as opposed to being preachy AND creepy, like he is today.)
6. My Love Life - Morrissey
When I sing along with Morrissey or The Smiths, I tend to jut out my angular Scottish chin and feign an underbite like Morrissey's. The impression is not only amusing, it could very well make you swoon.
7. Sabotage - The Beastie Boys
Just the visual of me singing this song is hilarious, don't you think? Particularly the "WAAAAAAAAAAAHHHH!" part. Awesome.
8. I forget what eight was for...
Violent Femmes, anyone?
9. I Dig Love - George Harrison
Part homage to my favorite Beatle and also because the song kicks ass.
10. Brass in Pocket - The Pretenders
I used to do quite the sassy rendition of this tune in my car. It's high time I resurrected it, no?
11. Peace Frog - The Doors
Because I always welcome the opportunity to recite confusing poetry in the middle of a catchy song.
12. Surrender - Cheap Trick
This would be my sure-fire crowd pleaser. And at the end, I'd be sure to encourage my adoring public to engage in an extended a cappella chorus of "We're all alright!" 'Cause that would be cool.
13.Where Is My Mind - The Pixies
For the indie cred, yo.
Tour dates TBA. Potential groupies, consider the comments section your sign-up sheet. RAWK!
Note: I may add to this list as brain farts arise.
As I recall, we invited The Lovely (and, at the Time, Very Trashed) Jess to join us but she dismissed us with a wave of her hand and said, "Nah, I've already got something in the works." Girlfriend was saving her vocal cords to take on some Britney, you see.
I'm a big ass chicken baby when it comes to getting up in front of people (hence the recruitment of Sheila). However, that hasn't stopped me from compiling a playlist of songs I would theoretically like to sing... if I had the voice and the balls. I realize some of these may not be available in the standard-issue karaoke catalog but kindly indulge me anyway. Coincidentally, this would also be my set list if I fronted a cover band...
1. The Entire Discography of One Ms. Pat Benatar
Spread out over several gigs, of course. I already know from this post that I'd have plenty of people rocking out with me.
2. Gimme Shelter - The Rolling Stones
I only want to sing backup on this song. But only when I have a cold because there's no way I can come close to sounding like Merry Clayton otherwise. Actually, NO ONE can sound like her. If you haven't paid attention to the backing vocals in this song, I implore you to do so. In my opinion (and it's just MY opinion so don't argue with me and tell me I'm wrong, music snobs), there isn't a more perfect song than "Gimme Shelter."
3. Mother Mother - Tracy Bonham
Any song that lets me emit a cathartic primal scream is okay by moi.
4. Cherub Rock - Smashing Pumpkins
Ditto on the screaming part. Oh and this song also prompts me to bang my head considerably thereby giving my curls a chance to perform like a rock star. It's quite a display.
5. Bad - U2
I would like to showcase my love of Bono when he was just preachy (as opposed to being preachy AND creepy, like he is today.)
6. My Love Life - Morrissey
When I sing along with Morrissey or The Smiths, I tend to jut out my angular Scottish chin and feign an underbite like Morrissey's. The impression is not only amusing, it could very well make you swoon.
7. Sabotage - The Beastie Boys
Just the visual of me singing this song is hilarious, don't you think? Particularly the "WAAAAAAAAAAAHHHH!" part. Awesome.
8. I forget what eight was for...
Violent Femmes, anyone?
9. I Dig Love - George Harrison
Part homage to my favorite Beatle and also because the song kicks ass.
10. Brass in Pocket - The Pretenders
I used to do quite the sassy rendition of this tune in my car. It's high time I resurrected it, no?
11. Peace Frog - The Doors
Because I always welcome the opportunity to recite confusing poetry in the middle of a catchy song.
12. Surrender - Cheap Trick
This would be my sure-fire crowd pleaser. And at the end, I'd be sure to encourage my adoring public to engage in an extended a cappella chorus of "We're all alright!" 'Cause that would be cool.
13.Where Is My Mind - The Pixies
For the indie cred, yo.
Tour dates TBA. Potential groupies, consider the comments section your sign-up sheet. RAWK!
Note: I may add to this list as brain farts arise.
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