Have you ever had moments where you felt like your whole world was ending? Some situations can cause that feeling; dread, anxiety, the list goes on. But if you ever want to put a pause on those emotions and insert a bit of light and positivity into your mindset, what do you do? This song might just help with that.
Dan Gober is no stranger to music. He’s gone through the basics and the complexities of the field, shaping his work in the process and building up his career. “Lucky Son Of A Gun” is only one out of many from his discography, as he’s released five solo albums. Gober, as an artist, keeps the music community alive by connecting and helping out other musicians thrive.
The guitar fill-ins throughout the song are vibrant and joyous, keeping the flow light, matching the vocals nicely. Speaking of which, it acts as a genuine friend giving reassurance. An entity that acknowledges hardships but always decides to look and move forward. The lines “Keep your dreams alive and do what you’ve always done” and “You made it out all right, you lucky son of a gun” are almost enough to get you back up and going.
It’s always nice to hear a friendly and gentle voice that’s rooting for you, and Dan Gober has nailed just that. With “Lucky Son Of A Gun” being paired with a retro-like music video, it showcases simple and little moments remembered as an important detail of a big, happy memory. The fact that everyone’s smiling is a great detail as well. Go check it out—you won’t regret it.
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About the Author
A psychology major with a knack for music and writing. Mostly indulges in alternative rock, indie, and pop punk.
