Toad the Wet Sprocket’s relatable everyman persona is amply reflected in the hit “Good Intentions.” How do they elevate this straight forward song from being a generic folk rock to a feel-good anthem?
- An untuneful, talky verse melody that make the listener focus on the band’s strength — lyrics.
- A chorus that seems to open up despite it having just a few notes, thanks to its contrast against the almost-single-note verse.
- Pentatonic scale employed in the chorus which has built-in gaps in intervals to reinforce the sense of openness without sounding too overtly happy.
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