The latest single by Boyce Thompson, "Alligator Arms," is inspired by the driving grooves of Cajun legends, including Wayne Toups and Sonny Landreth; this song is a whooping invitation to cut loose, laugh a little, and shake a lot. With an earworm of a melody and sharp return-of-the-century lyrics, "Alligator Arms" has the feeling-good energy that sends today's music scene through its next most ubiquitous song crawling to the taco truck.
"Alligator Arms" tempo has that undeniable Louisiana groove, one to tap your toes or wiggle your hips to or break into a two-step on a whim. Full of humor, the lyrics take a cheeky jab at those once-famous alligator arms, the type that magically can't extend to the bill when it's time to settle up. It's the sort of clever storytelling that lingers, and it's easy to imagine that's part of what distinguishes this song from the crowd.
And how this track came together makes it even more impressive. Even recording remotely from one another, each musician infused their part with their unique flavor, fusing into something that vibrates and comes alive. It's a measure of Boyce Thompson's musical genius, his knack for writing a horn line that grooves and feels like a standing invitation to a party.
"Alligator Arms" is a reminder that music should be a fun exercise in spirit and should always be shared with friends, preferably on a dance floor and with an ice-cold drink in your hand. So, press play, crank it up, and let the good times roll.
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