1/30/2023 0 Comments Tom petty celine dion titanicHe is irrepressibly hopeful even in his darkest songs, even against his own intention or awareness. And even if one does not see it that way, Tom flatters himself with his hyperbole in calling his song one of the most depressing songs in rock history! He wishes! I don’t think he has any song that really vies anywhere near that distinction. ![]() ![]() Now, over at Tom Petty’s official messageboard I’m not alone in being puzzled that Tom would describe the song “Room At The Top” as one of the most depressing songs in rock history because it can easily be interpreted as a rousing song of affirmation in the face of adversity that takes stock of what is good at a time that is otherwise bleak.
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