When you first encounter Noel David’s “Hey Dr. Freud”, you might raise an eyebrow because this track doesn’t follow the usual rules. It sounds like he’s living on the edge, and that’s exactly the thrill of it. The song has bounce, driven by a perky, Latin-flavored rhythmic pattern that immediately pulls you in. At the heart of the chorus, there’s an astonishing harpsichord break unexpected, yet perfectly timed. Add to that George Dussault’s guitar work, which is always tasteful never too much, never too little and the result is a track brimming with wit and musical finesse.
Decades of life and experience have given Noel David the ability to make music with just the right balance of ease and energy. “Hey Dr. Freud” is cleverly constructed, yet never heavy-handed. The lyrics have charm and self-awareness, and Noel plays effortlessly with self-deprecating lines clever without ever slipping into gimmicks. There’s humor in his words, as he pokes fun at his own overthinking, and perhaps at all of us who overanalyze now and then. It feels like a dose of musical therapy with Noel both the patient and the observer. The outro of the track unfolds like a second act spacious, airy, and filled with freedom. It flows naturally from the rest of the song, yet feels like it’s dancing to its own rhythm as if the track finally threw off its figurative lab coat and decided to just enjoy itself. It’s a light, liberating moment that leaves a lasting impression.
As the closing track on Noel David’s album ‘Leon’s Imagination’, this might be the strangest cut but only in the best way. At a time when so much music feels safe and repetitive, Noel dares to be bold. He blends humor, musical curiosity, and personality with ease. “Hey Dr. Freud” isn’t for passive listeners it’s for those who want to feel something, and maybe laugh a little while they’re at it. If this is the world of Leon, it’s one worth stepping into.
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