Ingrid Gerdes's lyrics & chords

Ingrid Gerdes kicks off Shed, her second album, with “Your Boyfriend,” a track that distills decades of American pop into a burst of playful energy. It delivers an empowered message with a fun, cheeky vibe. The opening keyboard hook sounds like the Motown studio band playing a tango, with a swinging, sultry groove. When Gerdes asks: “Guess where your boyfriend was last night?” you know you’re in for a wild ride. “I want people to feel the emotion I put into a song,” Gerdes explains. “I put together arrangements that incorporate...read more