It’s the penultimate stop on this wild ride — and the abacus beads are clicking faster than ever. This week, jD welcomes Will from Columbus to break down song number two in The Tragically Hip Top Forty Countdown. Together, they explore the song’s myth, muscle, and emotional gravity — how it’s shaped their lives and where it sits in the great constellation of The Hip.

Along the way, they share stories of fandom, discovery, and the strange joy of loving a band that’s become part of our DNA. It’s reverent, funny, and a little unhinged — just the way Gord would’ve wanted it.

Pull Quote:

“Every time I hear it, it feels like the first time all over again.”

Next Week

The moment we’ve all been waiting for — song number one, revealed live at A Celebration of The Hip for ALS.

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