S-E-X-X-Y
They Might Be Giants
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Dressed only in clothes From her head to her toes This is the way The talking part goes S-E-X-X-Y More than enough Around the clock with nobody else S-E-X-X-Y There she is Standing on the bed Cookie in one hand, wig on her head S-E-X-X-Y X because it's extra baby why because it's extra baby Unnoticed by few Very very few And that includes you Look inside your mind Look inside your eye Secret agent spy, come to see why S-E-X-X-Y One finger nail Across your back Baby's first gold tooth initials inscribed S-E-X-X-Y X because it's extra baby why because it's extra baby You gotta understand She wants to be your man She's got another plan
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Written by: HAL CRAGIN, JOHN FLANSBURGH, JOHN LINNELL, JOHN C. FLANSBURGH, JOHN S. LINNELL
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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16 facts about this song
Band Heritage"They Might Be Giants" is an American alternative rock band formed in 1982. The band's members are John Flansburgh and John Linnell.
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Song Release"S-E-X-X-Y" is a song from their seventh studio album, "Factory Showroom," released in 1996.
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Lyrics ThemeThe song is noted for its quirky and humorous take on sexuality, which is a recurrent theme in other songs by the band.
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Music VideoA music video was made for "S-E-X-X-Y," which includes sequences with the band performing in '70s disco-style outfits. The choreography in the video is inspired by classic dance moves from the era.
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Literary DeviceThe song utilizes the linguistic play of replacing four letters Es in the song's title to Xs as a way to emphasize the song's erotic context in an engaging and novel approach.
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Commercial SuccessThis song experienced considerable commercial success and was one of the most popular songs from the "Factory Showroom" album.
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Track Listing"S-E-X-X-Y" is the fourth track on the "Factory Showroom" album.
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Album Theme"Factory Showroom" is a diverse mix of electronic music, jazz influences, and traditional rock, reflected in the "S-E-X-X-Y" track.
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Pop Culture ReferencesThe lyrics of "S-E-X-X-Y" contain several pop culture references and puns, exemplifying the band's playful and complex writing style.
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Radio EditThere is a radio version of "S-E-X-X-Y" that is slightly different from the album version.
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Sing-along NatureLike many of They Might Be Giants' songs, "S-E-X-X-Y" is known for its catchy, sing-along qualities while delivering an underlying comedic tone.
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Time SignatureThe song is noted for its diverse rhythm patterns and time signature, showcasing the band's musical versatility.
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Experimental MusicThe song and its corresponding album, "Factory Showroom", are considered experimental in nature, contributing to the band's unique presence in the alternative rock scene.
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Censored VersionDue to its explicit theme and lyrics, a censored version of "S-E-X-X-Y" was later released for certain audiences and radio plays.
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Remix VersionsSeveral remix versions of "S-E-X-X-Y" exist. These include dance remixes that retain the song's quirky lyrics but overlay them with more intense electronic beats.
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Live Performances"S-E-X-X-Y" is almost always played live with syncopated clapping from the band members, which is a part of the band's interaction with the crowd during their concerts.
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