"Ex-Factor" Lauryn Hill
When listening to a Lauryn Hill track 13 years after its release, absolutely nothing is lost or dated. I rediscovered the amazingness of "The Miseducation..." in 2010, and "Ex-Factor" has quickly jumped to a five-star rating on my iPod, the designation only given to my absolute favorite songs. This song is polished and beautiful, funky and dynamic, emotional and telling. This is an effing song! Now I'm not much of a lyrics snob, but this song tells a story everyone can follow - two people in a toxic relationship, can't seem to break away from one another, the push and pull of knowing someone is bad for you but loving them anyway. "I know what we got to do, you let go, and I'll let go too." Did I mention the electric guitar solo at 4:30? This song makes my brain explode; it must be celebrated.
How you'll move: Eyes-closed swaying.
When to play it: Lounging in bed on a grey Sunday evening; drinking red wine by candlelight on a Friday night; when you're trying to break up with someone you've been "on and off" with for too long (crying and dramatic hand gestures will help).
Side note: Give "Everything is Everything" and "Doo Wop (That Thing)" a re-listen as well. And remember The Fugees? WTF! Now this is the JAM!
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