McLovin
Being quite the fan of Glee I was slightly disappointed that Matthew Morrison, who plays teacher Will Schuester, didn't get more solo opportunities during the second season. Whereas in the first season there were countless memorable Shuey moments (the Young Girl/Don't Stand So Close To Me mix, causing heart palpitations for both Rachel and Emma; the epic Thong Song cover; and his duets with Neil Patrick Harris), I'm struggling to think of any recent stand outs. In the season finale, titled New York, he performed his debut single Still Got Tonight. Cheekily acting as a platform to launch Morrison's solo career, it offered a moment to appreciate one of the more accomplished members of the Glee cast.
While I didn't think much of song itself to begin with, it has since grown on me thanks in no small part to my local Co-op. Some of you might remember how Pixie Lott's Broken Arrow got to me while I was lost in the pasta aisle last November. This week, having great difficulty determining which cereal bar offer was worth pursuing, Still Got Tonight blaring out of the intercom lifted my (muddled) spirits. Opening like a by-the-numbers Snow Patrol song, Morrison's breezy yet earnest vocals gently carry you through the verses to the surprisingly punchy chorus. Sure, it's so middle of the road it's hard to make out the pavements, yet I enjoy the song's sunny optimism, undoubtedly helped by Morrison's fine performance.
Like Joe Jonas's debut, I don't see this reaching beyond those who are already Morrison converts. However, I think this is the more successful debut in establishing what to expect from future singles. Let's hope he gets more opportunities to shine, both in season three and as a solo act.
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