Since summer is slowly but surely on its way, I thought it would be fun to discuss a couple songs by Jack’s Mannequin that give off somewhat of a “summertime vibe.”  There are songs that make me feel a certain way, or remind me of a time and a feeling.  The feeling of being outside in the sunshine when it’s eighty degrees, or driving in the car with the windows down, singing and laughing with my best friends. It doesn’t get much better than the wind through my hair, the sun on my face, and Andrew McMahon’s voice all around me.

I already briefly mentioned “Holiday from Real” in my last entry, but it’s definitely worth explaining in a little more detail.  The music itself is upbeat and just makes me think of summer.  Something Corporate originates from Orange County, California, so it only makes sense that some of that So-Cal feeling resonates in a Jack’s Mannequin song like this.  Andrew’s basically singing about a perfect situation, an escape from reality; living in California in the summertime, with his friends and whatever else he has.  He’ll do whatever he wants, no matter if anyone else agrees with it, and when the summer’s over he’ll come back again next year.  Andrew’s voice is in typical form; he really enhances the vibe of the song and the feeling of being in the sunny California weather.

Another song I feel I need to mention is “Made for Each Other.”  It’s a very upbeat song, and that’s always something good in the summertime.  The lyrics are so uplifting and the song will put anyone in a good mood.  The trumpets after the first chorus bring an exhilarating feeling to the song, and Andrew’s voice is happy and upbeat.  As far as the lyrics go, everything is just right because he’s with someone who he knows is perfect for him. He talks about good times and just enjoying life. Who doesn’t want to listen to a song about being happy?  Both songs illustrate the happiness and freedom that come with summertime, and I thought them appropriate as the summer months are approaching.

Needless to say, “Everything in Transit” is now playing on repeat in my car and on my iTunes until the new album comes out!

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