“Perfect Rules” is a track filled with raw honesty. Written and performed by Thomas and The Angry Hearts, the track is a moving portrayal of a father talking to his son. It highlights the excess of rules and expectations for a young mind, and how they can be useful at times and utterly burdensome at others. The band’s leading vocalist and lyricist, Thomas Warhuus Aadland, sings the lyrics with a lot of sentiment. His voice surely has a story to tell. The emotionally heavy track is simple to understand, which is one of its strong points.
“Perfect Rules” is Folk-Rock influenced with a dash of Americana and Irish folk thrown in for good measure. The juxtaposition of the acoustic and electric instruments serves to create a vibrant yet warm song that is deeply rooted in emotion. The track was produced by Ronni Le Tekro of TNT fame in collaboration with Kjartan Hestagen, the co-producer. The track was recorded at Studio Nyhagen in Toten. Their talents on the track allow for the song to be polished yet preserved in the organic feel signature to the tape.
The distinction of “Perfect Rules” rests on its earnestness. Rather than a mere song, it is a dialogue, a deep introspection, or even a didactic piece. The words attempt to go beyond the criticism of rules set upon a child; rather, they provoke thought regarding the equilibrium that exists between control and independence. Thomas and The Angry Hearts have created something truly special. This piece will appeal to every parent or child or to anyone who has been suffocated by expectations. It serves as a reminder that, at times, love entails a little loosening of the grip.
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