Sheep Go to Heaven
Cake
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I'm not feeling alright today I'm not feeling that great I'm not catching on fire today Love has started to fade I'm not going to smile today I'm not gonna laugh You're out living it up today I've got dues to pay And the gravedigger puts on the forceps The stonemason does all the work The barber can give you a haircut The carpenter can take you out to lunch Now I just want to play on my panpipes I just want to drink me some wine As soon as you're born you start dyin' So you might as well have a good time Sheep go to heaven Goats go to hell Sheep go to heaven Goats...go to hell I don't wanna go to Sunset Strip I don't wanna feel the emptiness Old marquees with stupid band names I don't wanna go to Sunset Strip I don't wanna go to Sunset Strip I don't wanna feel the emptiness Old marquees with stupid band names I don't wanna go to Sunset Strip And the gravedigger puts on the forceps The stonemason does all the work The barber can give you a haircut The carpenter can take you out to lunch Now but I just want to play on my panpipes I just want to drink me some wine As soon as you're born you start dyin' So you might as well have a good time Sheep go to heaven Goats go to hell Sheep go to heaven Goats...go to hell Sheep go to heaven Goats go to hell Sheep go to heaven Goats...go to hell Sheep go to heaven Goats go to hell Sheep go to heaven Goats...go to hell
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About the Song"Sheep Go to Heaven" is a song by the American alternative rock band Cake. It is part of their third studio album, "Prolonging the Magic."
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Album Release"Prolonging the Magic" was released on October 6, 1998, under the label Capricorn Records.
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Song ThemeThe song is characterized by its somewhat surreal lyrics, exploring themes of life, death, and societal expectation with an undercurrent of dark humour.
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The BandCake is known for their distinctive musical style that blends elements of alternative rock with influences from jazz, funk, and folk music.
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Unique LyricsThe song's chorus "Sheep go to heaven, goats go to hell" is often interpreted as a figurative statement about conformists and non-conformists in society.
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Band's StyleJust like most Cake's songs, "Sheep Go to Heaven" is noted for its heavy use of brass and sarcasm-ridden lyrics.
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Chart PerformanceAlthough "Sheep go to Heaven" wasn't officially released as a single, it gained significant radio play and is one of the band's most popular songs.
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Live PerformancesDuring their live performances, the band has been known to extend the bridge section of the song, often engaging in call and response with the audience.
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Cover VersionsThe song was notably covered by the band Les Claypool's Frog Brigade in their 2001 live album "Live Frogs Set 2."
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Song's Lyrics MisconceptionDespite common misconceptions, the song does not reference any specific religious beliefs about the afterlife or judgement of souls. The lyrics are allegorical and meant to inspire individual interpretation.
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Music VideoWhile there isn't an official music video for "Sheep Go to Heaven", fandom has produced various animations and unofficial videos that capture its quirky and unique spirit.
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Cultural ImpactEven after many years of its initial release, the song continues to find new listeners and maintains its cultural significance due to its unique composition and provocative lyrics.
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