Minnesota
Besides Prince and Bob Dylan, what other state songs should Minnesota consider?
Oake: Timely. It’s good. I wouldn’t attach that song to Minnesota in my head. I like the fact that she namechecks the Minnesota Vikings but that’s one small tenuous link. Other than that reference there, neh.
Vader: I love Lizzo, and I love that song, but I don’t think it would be a good state song. Just the title, it doesn’t sound like enough positivity.
“Upper Mississippi Shakedown” by Lamont Cranston (1982)
Oake: Maybe not everybody’s cup of tea but growing up in Minnesota, people love to party. And the river is a big part of that. That speaks to the lake and water lifestyle, as well. Birthplace of the Mississippi. I think that’s an excellent choice. It speaks to those who like to turn it up and knock back a few.
Vader: I love that song, too, but I don’t think anybody below the age of 60 knows that song.
“Zamboni” by the Gear Daddies (1990)