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The Rhythmic Power of Champagne Problems
Dom Perignon, did you bring it?
Today we’re toasting to Champagne Problems from Taylor Swift’s 2020 album, evermore. Uncle Jerry discusses the different meter used throughout the lyrics, and also wonders if there’s a deeper meaning with society’s expectations and the narrator’s autonomy throughout the story.
Angela brings up the Swiftie discussion about which word they’ll never say again, and they also tell the story of Uncle Jerry officiating Angela’s wedding.
Works Cited:
Night Train – Jimmy Forrest
Take the A Train – Duke Ellington
In Medias Res
Heart of Glass – Blondie
Iambic Pentameter…
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