My turn to pick the theme for the month. After two other… failed… suggestions, we agreed upon songs by Irish bands. Seems appropriate with it being March and all? But I think U2 should be left out. Since, well, U2.

Two reasons I like this song I’m presenting this week. The first, because it was made known to me via Jimmy Buffett sometime in the 1908s. And second, I change the word “girl” to “squirrel” whenever this song plays. Much to the vexation of my co-workers, usually. But it works so much better.

And whatever reason, I had ZERO idea this artist was Irish. Until less than a year ago when he was knighted.

So, for my first week, I give you Van Morrison’s 1967 “Brown Eyed Girl Squirrel”.

Blobby‘s month to select the music. And he chose songs with an article of clothing in the title. Doesn’t sound too difficult. I think. I assume he was either getting dressed, or un, or maybe doing laundry when he thought it up.

“Whoooo! Outlaw country!” (Archer joke… if you know it.)

I’d say living in Arkansas has made me listen to country music, but I actually blame the Husbear for it more than anything. Granted, he is a native. And as I’ve grown less young, I do appreciate greater music diversity. This is one of those songs that for whatever reason, I like. And as Blobby said, one must talk about footwear.

So I give you Montgomery Gentry’s 1999 “Hillbilly Shoes”, because, well, this is the Husbear’s family:

Blobby‘s month to select the music. And he chose songs with an article of clothing in the title. Doesn’t sound too difficult. I think. I assume he was either getting dressed, or un, or maybe doing laundry when he thought it up.

For some reason, this song came to my mind first. Maybe the somberness of it reflects in some way how I’ve been feeling since 45 took office. I’m not sure. But it fits my mood. And it does reference an article of clothing in the title.

I give you R.E.M.’s 1988 “Hairshirt”: