Perfectly Good Podcast 'Living a Little, Laughing a Little' with Special Guest Dianne Davidson

In this episode of the Perfectly Good Podcast, hosts Jesse Jackson and Sylvan discuss John Hiatt's song 'Living a Little, Laughing a Little' from the album 'Warming Up to the Ice Age.' Special guest Dianne Davidson, a renowned singer-songwriter from Nashville, shares her experiences recording background vocals for Hiatt, her insights into the music industry, and her deep appreciation for harmony in music. The conversation covers the song's lyrical depth, its melancholic undertones, and its place in Hiatt's discography during a tumultuous period in his career. Joe Kay from the 'Play That Rock and Roll' podcast also joins to provide his perspective on the song and its 1980s production style. Additionally, Dianne talks about her new nonprofit organization, Women Make Music, aimed at empowering female musicians. https://diannedavidson.com/home 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 02:09 Special Guest Introduction 04:06 Dianne Davidson's Musical Journey 07:41 Challenges and Joys of Performing 16:15 Recording Experiences and Reflections 19:42 Discussing John Hyatt's Album 39:46 Analyzing 'Living a Little, Laughing a Little' 48:29 Exploring Lyrics and Meanings 49:09 The Story of the Depressed Clown 50:44 Analyzing the Second Verse 52:46 The Chorus and Its Impact 56:10 The Struggles of the Music Industry 01:09:05 Final Thoughts and Reflections 01:14:54 Ratings and Rankings 01:21:09 Closing Remarks and Future Plans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices