Playlist addition: Dear God

[Paul Mackin]

On Thu, 2004-04-01 at 11:31, The Great Quail wrote:
> I've always had a soft spot for "Dear God," even though it *is* whiny -- the
> singer's image of God is a bit adolescent, sort of like a divine Santa
> Claus. Though I think Partridge emphasizes this a bit by using a child in
> the song, which calls attention to its lack of theological sophistication.
> 
> Though musically, "Dear God" is an amazing piece of pop perfection. Like oh
> so many XTC songs!
> 
> --Quail
> 

Hasn't sentimental slop always been the staple of pop music.

Even good pop music.

Almost by definition.