Is it a bird? Is it a plane? Is it Tom Waits? No, it is none of the above; though, upon first hearing the song, I was convinced the grumbling vocals at the beginning of this song were the works of the third of the previous three options. But it wasn't - it's Clint Eastwood, who directed, produced and starred in the film from which this song is taken, Gran Torino. It's a deeply moving film, one I sincerely recommend to anyone who, well, has ever seen a movie.
Once Eastwood finishes his verse, Jamie Cullum ably takes over vocal duties in this piano-based piece, which details one man's love for his motor vehicle, which, in turn, details his appreciation for anything that can make one happy and feel a sense of life being worthwhile.
Trust me, you'll be feeling as sentimental as I'm writing after listening to this song.
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