ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Talking blues

Talking blues is a type of music where the singer talks instead of sings. It's like when you tell a story to your friends, but instead of just using your regular talking voice, the singer uses a rhythm that sounds like music.

Talking blues is often used in country, folk, and blues music. One example of a talking blues song is "Alice's Restaurant" by Arlo Guthrie. Talking blues songs usually tell a story, and the singer might use jokes or funny lines to make the story more interesting.

So, if you ever hear someone singing and they are talking instead of singing, you might be listening to a talking blues song!