Jens Lekman is a Swedish musician who plays casual, but elaborate, pop music. This song, ‘Pocketful of Money’, is from his Oh You’re So Silent Jens album. There are a few songs that I really enjoy on the album, and a few that I think are terrible, but this particular song really stood out.

I love the smooth and simple sound of this track. It’s unfortunate that he decided to throw the Beat Happening sample in the chorus. It feels so out of place and unexpected that it nearly ruins the song for me. I got used to it after a couple of listens, but the first time it came on I thought someone behind me had started singing. This gave me quite a fright, as I was leaning back on my computer chair with my eyes closed in what was supposed to be an empty apartment. Nearly fell straight off my chair.