Alexandra On the Making Of “Funny”
What was the initial spark or idea that led to the creation of "Funny?"
I had a moment alone in my bedroom where I was almost giggling to myself at how good of a day I had considering that the previous day had been so miserable. And I realized that the only thing different was just the fact that I woke up on the right side of the bed, so to speak. I did the same exact thing both days, but they felt like polar opposites. Under my breath, I said to myself, “life is just so damn funny like that, isn’t it?”, and “Funny” was born. I wanted to write about how fickle and human this whole experience is.
Were there any memorable or standout moments during the recording sessions for "Funny?"
I remember on day 2, I believe, of recording when two members of my band came in to record bass and guitar. The previous day, we tracked the bones of the song, but Adam (my guitar player) came in and just made it come alive with his lead guitar parts. All of those tasty licks and ear candy parts you hear just came out of him like breath. Both he and Dan (my bass player) elevated this track to new heights and watching the synergy of my amazing producers at Matte Black Sound and the insanely talented musicians I get to call my bandmates bring this thing to life in front of me… it made me emotional. It’ll never get old listening to other incredible musicians play my music.
What did you enjoy most about making "Funny?"
It just felt so easy. The love that everyone involved had for this song made it feel like play… which I really needed at the time. It just felt like a jam band session with my pals. Pals that really believed in me and believed that song. It was almost shocking how easily everything flowed - almost like it just needed to and was ready to come out.
What is your songwriting process like? How do you usually start crafting a new song?
It usually starts with a one-liner or some sort of thesis statement-like idea. Once I have a concept and hopefully a hook line, I can write a whole chorus. Then the rest of it just flows out. If I start writing a song, I have to finish it right then. Even if I make edits to it later, I have to finish version 1 or else I just won’t come back to it. I’ll write a song in sometimes as little as a half hour if it feels good.
Do you have any memorable on-stage moments or performances that stand out to you?
This past June, I opened for Abraham Alexander at his sold-out show at the Kessler in Dallas. The Kessler was one of the first places I saw live music when I moved to Dallas in 2018 and I remember just dreaming of playing there one day. My parents and my best friend flew in from Ohio. It was unbelievably special. To finally accomplish that, with my closest friends and family there to experience it with me, I was left in awe and gratitude. I still am.