Something for the Weekend
The Divine Comedy
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She said 'There's something in the woodshed And I can hear it breathing It's such and eerie feeling, darling' He said 'There's nothing in the woodshed It's your imagination End of conversation, darling' Something in his heart told him to come clean He was not who he claimed to be Something in his genes told him to pretend 'Twas something for the weekend But she said 'There's something in the woodshed I know because I saw it I can't simply ignore it, darling So he said 'Now baby don't be stupid Get this into your sweet head There ain't nothing in the woodshed (Except maybe some wood) Something in his heart told him to come clean He was not who he claimed to be Something in his genes told him to pretend 'Twas something for the weekend I'll go all the way with you If you'll only do the same for me - go and see If it's nothing like you say Then you can have your wicked way with me It's something for the weekend He went down to the woodshed They came down hard on his head Gagged and bound and left for dead When he woke she was gone with his car and All of his money
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Written by: Neil Hannon
Lyrics © DOMINO PUBLISHING COMPANY, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Release Information"Something for the Weekend" was released in June 1996 under the label Setanta Records. It was the first single to be released from their breakthrough album Casanova.
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Album PositioningThe track is the third song on "Casanova," which is the third studio album from the band The Divine Comedy.
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Chart SuccessIt reached number 14 in the UK Singles Chart and remained in the chart for nine weeks, becoming the group's first top 20 hit.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Something for the Weekend" is inspired by Hammer Film Productions of the 1950s and 1960s and was directed by Dom & Nic, who have previously worked with The Chemical Brothers and Oasis.
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SongwriterIt was written by band frontman Neil Hannon, who is known for his whimsical yet sophisticated musical style.
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Musical StyleThe song is characterized by its upbeat, baroque-pop sound, a distinct blend that became a defining musical signature of The Divine Comedy.
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LyricsThe lyrics tell an offbeat, macabre story that presents a double entendre with the phrase "something for the weekend," a phrase that can both refer to fun and relaxation or to condoms.
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Live Performances"Something for the Weekend" has been performed by The Divine Comedy at numerous concerts, including a memorable performance at the Reading Festival in 1996.
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AcclaimThe track was listed in the book '1001 Songs You Must Hear Before You Die,' showcasing its enduring impact and popularity.
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Use in MediaThe song has been included in several TV shows and compilations, such as the soundtracks for the series 'Teachers' and 'Trigger Happy TV'.
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