Today’s expression: « À chacun son goût. »

Variations: « Chacun son gout. » « À chacun ses goûts. » « Chacun ses goûts. »

Literal meaning: “To each his/her/their own.”

Figurative meaning: Everyone has different tastes. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion. 

Lyricism is high on my list of what makes a song worth listening to. Wendell Walker by Andy Shauf has the strongest storytelling lyricism I’ve encountered to date.

I have yet to find another song that gives me chills every time I listen to it. 

The words can be hard to understand due to Shauf’s singing style, so I’d recommend reading the lyrics as you listen. But not on your first listen. Listen to Wendell Walker at least one time all the way through before looking at the lyrics.

The best listening environment is one with limited or no distractions. Ideally, you can sit down or lie down, close your eyes, immerse yourself in the story, and allow your soul to be moved. It’s an experience lasting at least 8 minutes and 23 seconds, the duration of the song. You will likely be left in contemplation after the last note rings out.

If you give Wendell Walker a listen, you may find that it is not your taste. Regardless, I imagine you will be able to appreciate its imagery and concision. As today’s expression reminds us, everyone has a right to their own opinion. I’d love to hear yours! If you want to share any comments or feedback on the song, positive, negative, or indifferent, please let me know. 

When you are ready to give Wendell Walker a second listen and read the lyrics, you can find them here.

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I’d like to give a shout-out to my cousin who shared Andy Shauf’s creation with me.

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Riddle:

I’m simple for a few people, but hard for them to hear. I live inside of secrets; I bring people’s worst fears. What am I?

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