Bob Mould – “See A Little Light”

Meditative, peaceful and strange; this is indeed how I would describe this song. Perhaps it is reflective of his previous band while at the same time looking rather optimistically forward? The vocal chorus is almost a mantra. The cello touches are rather impressive and majestic and the percussive touches are surprisingly lively. You can’t beat that guitar jangle, as it is not too far off from a Smiths song. I must admit to knowing quite little about Mould’s solo material or his side-project Sugar, or even Hüsker Dü for that matter! But damn it, I know a quality Pop gem when I hear one. Why, you ask? Because, my toes start tapping and my buttocks begin to shake violently, and yes, I even see a little light!

Bob Mould has a natural yet expressive vocal quality, almost signature. He needs to get back on the Contemporary Adult Pop scene and fast, but I am blissfully unaware as to what he is currently up to, so my apologies to those of you in the know. I am not sure how to interpret the lyrical content, which only makes this song all the more enjoyable. It is an interesting way to start a solo career, and “Workbook” is the title of the album for all interested parties. This is the sort of fantastical singer/songwriter jive that could even rival a human cat by the name of Suzanne Vega. I have always remembered this song, even from early childhood, as being a classic single. It must have existed in great contrast compared to much of what was released during the late eighties, but there was at least a little room for music of this variety, as today, I don’t think it would stand a chance at charting…

Enjoy Bob’s peculiar religious chant, won’t you now?