iPod Essential #2: "The Theme From Shaft"--Isaac Hayes

Yes, folks, it's that time again when I wax about music. "The Theme From Shaft" is my favorite movie theme. I listen to it before job interviews, first dates, or any time I need to feel badass and empowered. Think of how it's introduced to us in the classic 1971 film: Richard Roundtree, as John Shaft, is walking down the crowded, mean streeets of Harlem. He wears a black leather coat and a bad attitude. No one messes with him, he intimidates all as he stides down the street, accompanied by the t-t-t-t-t-t introduction.

John Shaft, you're damn right.