It’s obvious from all the embedded music clips and song-titled posts that John and I are big music fans. John even mentioned that he sings a lot in one post, and I’ve admitted to having a teenage crush on a certain rapper (an affection that once led me to say the word “phat” on national TV). So when a musician friend here in Richmond casually invited us into their studio to play around, something unexpected and delightful happened. One small idea led to another, and before long we funneled our DIY energy into a homemade song for you. It’s full of life lessons, house-related trials and triumphs, design rules we follow (and sometimes break), and other domestic musings — all set to a sweet, playful beat.
We’re hardly Big & Pac, but now that we finished editing our little song, we’re officially releasing our first single, titled: Hush.
Without further ado, here’s our playful, slightly over-the-top music video — think DIY charm meets amateur production values. If you can’t watch it at this exact moment because you’re at work or on the go, it’s definitely worth a look later. Here’s a quick preview of what to expect:
- I wear my hair down
- There are a few goofy special effects (three versions of Sherry make an appearance)
- Burger and Clara make cameo appearances
- Ceramic animals pop up in multiple shots
- Some shelves get a little styling TLC
- We make a lighthearted reminder about the importance of safety glasses
One more thing before you press play…
The truth is, we didn’t actually record in a professional studio. Instead, we made a deliberately goofy forty-second demo at home: rapping a few lines into a laptop microphone, layering stock vocal effects in Final Cut Pro, and pairing it with a free beat we found online. Then we shot a deliberately cliche-packed video around the house and edited it together — and just like that, our “single” was born. It’s a light, fun project driven by curiosity and our love of DIY creativity.
It’s surprising how much joy can come from a small creative experiment. We giggled through the process, enjoyed trying out simple production techniques, and even managed to drop the words “miter saw” in a verse — which, honestly, is not something you hear in many rap songs. More than anything, making this felt like play: two adults with a camera, a laptop, a few props, and a willingness to be silly. The end result is a short, charming piece that showcases both our home life and our sense of humor.
As longtime readers might know, we’ve kept an April Fool’s tradition alive for several years, producing a playful post or video each year. This little musical stunt is one of our favorites from that ongoing series — a friendly, creative detour from our usual DIY and design content. If you enjoy homegrown music, behind-the-scenes DIY projects, or just a lighthearted gag, this one’s made with you in mind.
We hope it gave you a smile — even if you weren’t fooled (we figured most of you wouldn’t be). Thanks for joining us in another round of creative silliness, and we can’t wait to hear what you think.