Stranger Than Fiction

Joe Jackson

About Stranger Than Fiction

"Stranger than Fiction" is a song by British singer-songwriter and musician Joe Jackson, released in 1991 as the lead single from his ninth studio album Laughter & Lust. It was written by Jackson, and produced by Jackson and Ed Roynesdal. "Stranger than Fiction" reached No. 53 in Germany, No. 71 in the Netherlands, and No. 79 on Canada's RPM 100 Singles chart. A music video was filmed to promote the single.


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2001
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Please mister can't you help me try to find my baby's house
It's three in the morning in the pouring rain
I can't find the house and i forgot the number
But I gotta give her these roses to relieve her pain

Don't laugh, just tell me you've been there before
So we fight but we fight every evening
And I tell you every morning I just love her more
And life goes on, filled with disasters and friction

And life can be strange
But love can be stranger than fiction
Only love can be stranger than fiction
Excuse me operator, tell me what time it is

Me and my lover been in bed all day
I think I strained a muscle
I didn't know I had
And tell me what day it is anyway

Don't laugh, just tell me you hear what I say
I love her so much I don't even know what planet I'm on
Love her so much I wish she'd just go away
And life goes on, filled with bizarre contradictions

And life can be strange
But love can be stranger than fiction
Only love can be stranger than fiction
I know that sometimes love goes

But sometimes it comes back to getcha
And when love grows
It grows like a flower or grows like a tumor
Love shows that God has a sense of humor

Life goes on, ever immune to prediction
And life can be strange
But love can be stranger than fiction
Only love can be stranger than fiction

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Joe Jackson

Joe Jackson (born David Ian Jackson, 11 August 1954) is an English musician and singer-songwriter now living in Berlin, whose five Grammy Award nominations span from 1979 to 2001. He is probably best known for the 1979 hit song and first single "Is She Really Going Out with Him?", which still gets extensive US FM radio airplay; for his 1982 hit, "Steppin' Out"; and for his 1984 success with "You Can't Get What You Want (Till You Know What You Want)". He was popular for his pop/rock and New Wave music early on before moving to more eclectic, though less commercially successful, pop/jazz/classical hybrids. more »

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15 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Stranger Than Fiction" by Joe Jackson falls into the pop-rock genre. The singer-songwriter has been known for his new wave and punk-influenced pop-rock tunes.
Released Date
This song was released in 1991 as part of Jackson's album "Laughter & Lust".
Album Success
"Laughter & Lust" was a commercial success, reaching #41 on the UK Albums Chart and #116 on the US Billboard 200.
Song Theme
"Stranger Than Fiction" deals themes of love, mystery, and the unpredictable nature of life, which are common themes throughout much of Joe Jackson's work.
Career Impact
The song further solidified Joe Jackson's reputation as a versatile and intelligent songwriter capable of crafting intricate, thoughtful pop-rock.
Musicality
The song features Joe Jackson's signature piano playing and strong, melodic vocal lines. He is often hailed for marrying traditional pop melody with more complex musical and lyrical ideas.
Live Performances
"Stranger Than Fiction" has been a staple in Joe Jackson's live performances, showing up in setlists frequently throughout his career.
Recognition
Rolling Stone magazine praised "Stranger Than Fiction" for its "sardonic wit and keen social observations."
Chart Performance
Despite its popular recognition, "Stranger than Fiction" did not chart on the US or UK singles charts.
Legacy
Today, "Stranger Than Fiction" is remembered as a stand-out track from "Laughter & Lust," and as an enduring example of Joe Jackson's skill as a songwriter. It continues to garner play on classic rock and adult alternative radio stations.
Video Release
An official music video was released for the song, featuring Joe Jackson performing in a atmospheric setting, reflecting the song's mysterious theme.
Lyricism
Lyrically, the song includes subtle political and social commentary layered within the narrative, a common characteristic found in many of Jackson's songs.
Artistry
The song is notable for displaying Joe Jackson's artistry, both in terms of music composition and lyric writing.
Notable Line
The line "life is stranger than fiction" has been widely quoted and referenced, underscoring the impact of the song.
Cover Versions
Though "Stranger Than Fiction" has not been widely covered, it remains one of the essential songs in Joe Jackson's discography.

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