Neil Hannon thought of the name “The Divine Comedy” at 18 and whilst
members have come and gone, he has remained the main – and sometimes
only – creative force behind the title. ‘To Die a Virgin’ is the second
single to be released from the acclaimed album ‘Victory For The Comic
Muse’, and it only further cements his reputation for creating witty
yet sophisticated pop music.
The song begins with an audio sample from a television show I’ve never
heard of, which sets the tone for the sharp and incredibly relatable
lyrics sung over a beat that intriguingly moulds contrasting sounds
together.
Unlike many other songs, this one has a narrative throughout that flows
alongside the music perfectly. The story is obviously told from a male
perspective but it’s never crass or uncomfortable as it is told in a
way that women will be able to relate to. A catchy beat, great lyrics
and an effortless vocal performance shows that Hannon is still on the
money after all these years.
Rating: 4/5
Label: Parlophone
Website: www.thedivinecomedy.com
By Limara Salt
