Another Postcard

Barenaked Ladies

About Another Postcard

"Another Postcard" is a 2003-released song by the Canadian rock band Barenaked Ladies. It was the band's first single from the album Everything to Everyone which was released after the band took a nearly two-year hiatus from performing. The song is notable for its reggae-rap verses. The verses are rapped by Ed Robertson while the chorus and bridge are led by Steven Page. The two co-wrote the track. The song was used and featured in the end credits and on the soundtrack of the 2008 American computer-animated science-fiction adventure family comedy film Space Chimps.  


Year:
2011
3:25
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You can't imagine so many monkeys in the daily mail
All of them coming anonymously so they leave no trail
I never thought I'd have an admirer from overseas
But someone is sending me stationary filled with chimpanzees.

Some chimps in swimsuits, some chimps are swinging from a vine
Some chimps in jackboots, some chimps that wish they could be mine.
Starsky and Hutch chimps, a chimp who's sitting on the can
A pair of Dutch chimps who send their love from Amsterdam.

Another postcard with chimpanzees
And every one is addressed to me.

If I had to guess, I'd say the monkey-sender thinks it's great
He's sending me, maybe she's sending me just to see me get irate
I'm losing sleep - and it's gonna be keeping me up all night
I thought it was funny, but now I've got money on a monkey fight.

Some chimps in hard hats, chimps a-working on a chain gang
Some chimps who love cats, burning rubber in a Mustang
A birthday-wishing chimp, a chimp in black like a goth
A goin' fishin' chimp, a British chimp in the bath.

Another postcard with chimpanzees
And every one is addressed to me.

Somehow they followed me even though I packed and moved my home
No matter what, they come and they come they won't leave me alone
Another monkey in the mail could make me lose my mind
But look at me shuffling through the stack until I finally find

Some chimps in swimsuits
Some chimps in Jackboots
Some chimps in hard hats
Some chimps who love cats
I've got some shaved chimps; that's chimps devoid of any hair
I've got depraved chimps dressed up in women's underwear

Another postcard with chimpanzees
And every one is addressed to me
Every one is addressed to me
Another postcard with chimpanzees
And every one is addressed to me.

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Barenaked Ladies

Barenaked Ladies (often abbreviated BNL or occasionally BnL) is a Canadian alternative rock band. The band is currently composed of Jim Creeggan, Kevin Hearn, Ed Robertson, and Tyler Stewart. Barenaked Ladies formed in 1988 in Scarborough, Ontario, then a suburban municipality outside the City of Toronto. They are best known for their hit singles, "One Week", "The Old Apartment", "Pinch Me", "If I Had $1000000", "Brian Wilson"; as well as the theme for the sitcom The Big Bang Theory. They have won multiple Juno Awards and have been nominated for Grammy Awards. They are also known for their light-hearted, comedic performance style. Their live shows are known for humorous banter between songs and improvised raps/songs, both of which are staples at virtually eve… more »

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Written by: Ed Robertson, Steven Page

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Band Origin
"Another Postcard" is a single released by the Canadian rock band, Barenaked Ladies.
Album Placement
The song is the opening track of the band's 2003 album, "Everything to Everyone."
Chart Performance
The song peaked at number 22 on the Billboard Adult Top 40 chart in the United States.
Unique Concept
The lyrics of "Another Postcard" humorously revolve around the narrator receiving a constant barrage of postcards with chimpanzees, symbolizing unwanted attention or annoyance.
Unique Music Video
The band also released a unique music video for the song, which, in line with the song's lyrics, shows the band members being tormented by postcards featuring chimpanzees.
Songwriters
The song was written by the band founders Steven Page and Ed Robertson, who are known for their comical and quirky songwriting.
Unusual Instrumentation
Notable for its unique musical style, "Another Postcard" features a faux reggae rhythm and a trumpet section, which is not common in most Barenaked Ladies' songs.
Strong Fan Response
Despite its unusual theme, the song was well-received by the fanbase because of its characteristic humor and catchy tunes.
Live Performances
"Another Postcard" became part of the band's concert setlist, where they often perform the song with an extended instrumental jam.
Supporting Tour
The song was prominently featured during the band's Peepshow tour to support the "Everything to Everyone" album.

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