Episode 47: Right Song, Wrong Timing | Around the World in Five Great Songs

Send us Fan Mail5 songs. 5 countries. Very different stories on opposite sides of the world.In this edition of “Right Song, Wrong Timing,” Christopher follows Split Enz, Moving Pictures, Jon Astley, Peter Schilling, and Golden Earring through family connections, missed opportunities, and unexpected second chances.From the Finn brothers’ story behind “I Got You” to the overlooked voices in “What About Me,” the uneasy romance of “Jane’s Getting Serious,” and the strange worlds of “Major Tom (Coming Home)” and “Twilight Zone,” we explore why a memorable song doesn’t always lead to lasting recognition.Along the way: a producer hears something worth recording during a studio break, a familiar surname causes confusion, and a famously misheard chorus finally comes into focus.Featured songs: • Split Enz: “I Got You” • Moving Pictures: “What About Me” • Jon Astley: “Jane’s Getting Serious” • Peter Schilling: “Major Tom (Coming Home)” • Golden Earring: “Twilight Zone”This episode’s cocktail is The Layover, a full-strength Jet Pilot riff with 3 rums, citrus, cinnamon, and falernum.More stories and cocktail recipes: whoorderedthepie.com Get in touch: whoorderedpie@gmail.comSupport the showWho Ordered the Pie? a music history podcast with custom cocktail pairings. Show notes, recipes, and extras: WhoOrderedThePie.com Follow: Apple Podcasts • Spotify • YouTube • Instagram