Alaska Thunderfuck, Brunette | Song Review

“Brunette” marks another fun dance-pop single from the fierce drag queen extraordinaire, Alaska Thunderfuck.

[nx_pullquote]“I’m brunette now / I’m brunette now / Have you seen my hair? / I’m brunette now.”[/nx_pullquote] Alaska Thunderfuck (Justin Honard) made it crystal clear that she is brunette now.  Not only does she say so explicitly, but she also named her single “Brunette”. Oh, and later, for good measure, she informs us: “My hair is brown, brown / Work it down / Shake this pussy all over town.” Word.  Alaska composed “Brunette” with Ash Gordon and producer Stefan Lit.

“Brunette” is fabulous, fierce, and fun. It’s not deep, nor is it intended to be.  It benefits from a sickening danceable groove and electrifying synths.  Adding to the ferociousness, it’s set in a minor key. With the intense accompaniment fueling her fire, Alaska serves up playful vocals.  She exhibits a confident, mean (in the best way possible) personality. “Can’t erase me / Let the darkness take me,” she sings, and continues, “But it will only break me / Only you can save me.” Ooh-wee! At some point, she experiences a “Chemical reaction,” admitting, “I’m becoming someone new.” And guess who it is? A brunette – duh! The ‘bridge’ is intense with the rhythmic synths: “My hair is dark / As dark as my mind /Reflecting the world / I am leaving behind / I’ve opened the door / I’ve opened my eyes / My hair is brown.” #BRUNETTE.  The bridge distinguishes itself from the rest of the song.  All in all, “Brunette” marks another fun one from Alaska Thunderfuck.  Will it change your life? Probably not, but if you’re embracing your brunette status, or if you just need a bop to enhance the playlist, this song gets the job done… FIERCELY!