Someone Told Me You Were Happy

Think About Life “Havin’ My Baby”

I’m not sure what song Think About Life are sampling here, but I love it, and greatly enjoy the effect of including a sped-up soul sample in a non-rap context. I’m not totally sure what kind of song this is, actually, but it’s a glorious, groovy musical mutant. There’s a wonderful optimism in the sound of this, this passion and desire that spits in the face of obstacles and pessimism, and dares to keep pushing higher and higher. Some songs bring the sunlight, and this one is a bit like someone grabbing the sun and tossing it at your head.

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