Really, though, who hasn't seen Netflix's new dramedy Orange Is The New Black? For those of you who have yet to experience it's greatness, I'll just give a quick rundown:
A woman named Piper Chapman (Taylor Schilling) goes to a women's penitentiary after being convicted to 15 months in prison for transporting drug money 10 years earlier. While in prison, Chapman meets a variety of interesting women, each with their own bit of hilarity.
Orange Is The New Black was created by Jenji Kohan, the same woman who created Showtime's Weeds, and I watched the first season in 16 hours. It's that good.
What's even better is the theme song Kohan asked Regina Spektor to pen for the show's title theme. "You've Got Time" is different from the traditionally more aloof tempo of Spektor, with a more grunge-rock vibe and definitely more grit.
The tearing, pulling feel of the chorus is really what gets me hooked on the song, and I love the message of stopping to realize the small details around you. Orange Is The New Black is a show about stepping back and seeing what's going on around you, which the song illustrates perfectly.
In typical Regina Spektor fashion, "You've Got Time" is a really great kistch-y blend of grunge-rock and pop, and her range is nothing short of spectacular, as usual. Take a listen!
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