Dominic Fike, Dancing in the Courthouse | Track Review 🎵

Alternative, genre-bending singer/songwriter Dominic Fike returns in a big way with “Dancing in the Courthouse,” a promo single from his sophomore album.

“Weather controls your day / People make up your mind / Until you can’t even tell / When someone gives you a sign.” Now that right there is a bummer.  However, Alternative, genre-bending standout 🎙 Dominic Fike tells us to focus on the things we can control and embrace the positive things and opportunities in life. The Florida-bred musician has us all 🎵 “Dancing in the Courthouse”, his short but utterly divine single. 

“Dancing in the Courthouse” shows Fike moving beyond adversity. Him and his family have experienced their fair share of it. His life, judging by the accompanying music video, as well as a well-documented background, hasn’t been easy. However, he’s a prime example of overcoming, something that this song superbly conveys.  The best moment is undoubtedly the chorus, where the lyrics are nothing short of captivating, and the melody incredibly tuneful:

“Put ‘em on trial (On trial)

Make ‘em dance for it in the courthouse

Make a stand for it or it don’t count (Or it don’t count)

Be the landlord of the whole town (Of the whole town)

Put ‘em on edge (On edge)

Make the judge jump and hit the two-step (Yeah, hit the two-step)

And make the jury come up with two guesses (Up with two guesses)

And lose interest, then they make up a new sentence.”

Woo! Beyond the theme, lyrics, and again, an intriguing music video, the sound of the record is stunning too.  The warmness of the guitar at the onset is a stellar touch.  Furthermore, the prominence of the guitar throughout is awesome 🤘.  Of course, from a vocal standpoint, Fike sounds authentic, honest, and incredible expressive.  His instrument has the ability to deliver sheer beauty as well as grittier moments.

Final Thoughts 💭

The world truly needs to know how gifted Dominic Fike is.  He has overcome struggles and definitely has a light to share with the world.  Handsome and incredibly talented, 🎵 “Dancing in the Courthouse” is a perfect example of Fike’s greatness.  The anticipation for his sophomore album only grows!

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🎙 Dominic Fike • 🎵 “Dancing in the Courthouse” • 🏷 Sandy’s Boys, LLC / Columbia • 🗓 4.14.23

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