"bunch of crazy white people... "

May 15 - 21, 1993



For all I know, there may be precedent on one of those 80s full-lengths, but I'm still surprised that the Mode ever wrote a song so nakedly self-impressed. The novelty of hearing it come from formerly fey twerps is what makes the shameless grandiosity kind of cute. Play arenas long enough and you'll become workmanlike, Zeppelin-like or both.

I’m not looking for a clearer conscience
Peace of mind after what I’ve been through
And before we talk of repentance
Try walking in my shoes
Try walking in my shoes
You’ll stumble in my footsteps
Keep the same appointments I kept
If you try walking in my shoes