Flip-Flops Gains More Footing | Presidential Retirement | Tom Petty

Flip-Flops

Flip-flops have a flat sole and a V-shaped strap.  The strap goes between the wearer's big toe and second toe and around either side of the foot. The name flip-flop comes from the noise the shoes make while slapping against the bottom of the wearer's foot and the ground when he or she walks.  Listen to see if you recognize the sound.

Presidential Retirement

Tom Petty

Critics say many of the songs on "Highway Companion" are about being lost in the world and looking for something to hold on to.  Petty says he did not plan to create a theme-based record.  But, after listening to many of the songs he recognized the idea of being alone in the world. This song combines the sounds of Z-Z Top and John Lee Hooker into a fast beat. It is called "Saving Grace."