Paper Tongues

They reveal the "Trinity" of an infectious anthem: lyrics and vocals with a higher purpose; reaching to those that just want someone to understand. The addictive beat, and its disco-esque rhythm, and that chorus.  This is “For the People” who love their beats consistent with some nice crashes, tolerate shimmering guitar, and are last to argue with all the right moves. Their first single had introduced us to their brand of rap-rock, without all of that nu-metal casing, borrowing more from the more melodic elements of those genres. That doesn’t mean they show some ‘tude as they “Ride To California.”  All I can say is that it is tragic that this song did not "Get Higher" on the charts because there is so much to love about this song, and shows that they have much more to offer than just “run of the mill rap-rock.” “What If” I told you that this song sounds like Tom Petty could have written it? Would you be mad? I can imagine him singing this song right now.  This song does have “Soul,” even if it sounds clumsy in the delivery of some of the verses, and it sounds like a fun song while we’re at it. "Strongest Flame" addresses that you can do whatever you want in the bedroom to keep your spouse,mate or significant other interested, but it's love that is the true bondage. If you love uplifting choruses, then this one is for you. While this song sounds a little preachy to those who may not pay complete attention, it can also be a pocketful of sunshine to “Everybody” and anybody who ignores the majority of lyrics; I dare you to ignore the truth in the chorus. Even if the instrumentals seem to be lackadaisical in "Rich and Poor" they are not; there is more to be found on future listens, but the focus is on the message the only question is what is it? “Love Like You.” My Favorite Songs: Trinity, For The People, Get Higher, What If, and Rich and Poor.