Vitamin C’s “Graduation (Friends Forever)” is one of those songs that has stuck with me ever since I heard it. I think the first time I heard it must have been my 8th grade graduation (of course!) and I’ve played it at numerous events since as sort of a sentimental tongue in cheek nod to the past, whether that’s a co-worker leaving or the end of a night out with friends. The fact that the song is a little over-the-top and kind of cringe makes it all the better, especially with the lachrymose Pachelbel’s Canon interpolation that serves as the underpinning of the entire song. With graduation season upon us this felt like a great album to take for a spin once again. Was happy I did.
Standout Songs: “Graduation (Friends Forever)”, “Smile”
