Today is the 57th birthday of Dave Grohl, the frontman of my all-time favorite band, Foo Fighters, and one of my personal heroes. For tonight’s Song of the Moment, I almost chose a Nirvana, Foo Fighters, or even a Them Crooked Vultures track, but then I chose an underrated deep cut instead.
Touch, a black comedy film starring Bridget Fonda, Christopher Walken, Skeet Ulrich, and Tom Arnold, was released in February 1997. According to my research, the film features an ex-monk with healing powers and the occasional stigmata, plus the people who are drawn to him and exploit him. Also, Mr. Grohl himself composed and recorded the entire soundtrack. I have been wanting to watch the film Touch for its interesting religion-themed plot and Mr. Grohl’s musical contribution, but I never got to because it’s not available in local physical stores or on streaming platforms.
But that didn’t stop me from researching the soundtrack because, well, I’m a huge fan of Mr. Grohl. Based on my research, out of the 13 songs, only four have lyrics. And when I finally listened to the album from start to finish, the song I enjoyed the most was “How Do You Do”. Whether I know the film’s plot or not, I truly enjoy listening to “How Do You Do” because it has Grohl’s trademark sound: ferocious alternative rock with pop melodies and simple lyrics that pack a punch. It sounds like it belongs to the Foo Fighters’ self-titled debut album or their magnum opus, The Colour and the Shape, and I love it.
The only thing I don’t like about the song? It’s not available on music streaming platforms. I hope that changes in the future because “How Do You Do” is such an underrated Grohl deep cut. But thank goodness, it’s on YouTube, and I still have a copy of the song!
And that’s why “How Do You Do” is my Song of the Moment.
Happiest 57th birthday to my hero, David Eric Grohl! Best wishes!
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