In the latest single released by The Grogans, you’ll find yourself nodding along to the surf-rock groove before the song even reaches the second verse. “Reasons” carries the listener with an infectious beat that feels like your favorite neighborhood dive bar on a Friday night. Following their 2025 album Stagger, “Reasons” is that single you’d hope to find next; that next piece of The Grogans.
With the simple hook of “you know I’ve got my reasons / when you’re changing like the seasons,” you’re immediately drawn into the familiar vibe of an alternative jam session mixed with skateboarding down a boardwalk. The strong drum beat emphasizes this as the guitar packs a punch to keep the energy high, all while delivering an important message.
The repetition of the lyrics brings a sense of confidence; the central idea of the song is, seemingly, to refuse to settle for less. Really driving home the idea of choosing yourself first, the lines “chose me last one last time / Now I’m moving to the front of the line” hits in a simple yet effective way. The pacing of the song is steady and has a nostalgic radio-rock feel.
The music video captures the darker, yet uplifting, tone of how this is the end of putting yourself last. With nostalgic themes of old TVs, flickering lamps that emit a darker, musty sort of light, cars from a different era, and boxing, you’re going to want to check out all that is jam packed into this artistic interpretation of “Reasons.”
While it may feel like the release of “Reasons” came at the end of summer, this two-and-a-half minute tune will have you feeling like the season is here to stay. The infectious pulse of the song will surely have you listening over and over again.
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