Song Exploder Phoebe Bridgers - Scott Street
Feb 20, 2019
Phoebe Bridgers, an acclaimed singer-songwriter from Los Angeles, shares the creative journey of her impactful song, 'Scott Street.' She reflects on its evolution from a rough cassette to a polished track, emphasizing her collaborative process with drummer Marshall Vore. The conversation touches on the themes of loneliness and nostalgia woven into the song, revealing poignant personal anecdotes that shaped its emotional depth. Bridgers also discusses the innovative recording techniques that contributed to the song's resonance with listeners.
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Cassette Demo That Sparked The Song
- Marshall recorded an early cassette demo of the song while hanging out at Phoebe's place.
- Phoebe later grabbed the idea and finished the rest of the song with him on guitar.
Less Can Intensify The Subtext
- Phoebe preferred leaving subtext unsaid instead of adding a big chorus to explain it.
- She felt explicit commentary would undermine the song's emotional restraint.
Broken Leg And A Relationship That Isolated Him
- Marshall describes a year when his leg was broken and a partner isolated him from friends.
- He later wondered if those friends felt ashamed of what happened during that time.