Day 282: In The Summertime by Mungo Jerry // 7.5

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Related imageGENRE: skiffle
Well, I had no idea what genre this was. But after listening to this, it makes a little more sense. It's so simple in instrumentation, yet contains so much heart and soul. I mean, there isn't even percussion in this piece. The instrumentation is just the condiments to this meaty sandwich. Mungo Jerry's voice sounds exactly how he looks. The melody itself is quite catchy and carries the song. In particular, I'm a fan of the cadence of the song. Those consecutive sixteenth notes are punchy and make it a memorable phrase. The lyrics are great in that they relay a simple message, with a nice summer backdrop. With how dated the genre is, it almost feels like you've put yourself back in time.

Rating 7.5/10




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