I Palindrome I
They Might Be Giants
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Someday mother will die and I'll get the money Mom leans down and says, "My sentiments exactly, You son of a bitch" I palindrome I (I palindrome I) I palindrome I (I palindrome I) And I am a snake head eating (snake head) The head on the opposite side (snake head) I palindrome I (manonam) I palindrome I (manonam) See that bulletproof dress hanging from the clothesline See the medical chart with the random zig-zag Now I'll help it decide I palindrome I (I palindrome I) I palindrome I (I palindrome I) And I am a snake head eating (snake head) The head on the opposite side (snake head) I palindrome I (manonam) I palindrome I (manonam) I palindrome I (manonam) I palindrome I (manonam) "Son I am able," she said "though you scare me." "Watch," said I "Beloved," I said "watch me scare you though." said she, "Able am I, Son." See the spring of the grandfather clock unwinding (Egad, a base tone denotes a bad age) See the hands of my offspring making windmills (Egad, a base tone denotes a bad age) Dad palindrome Dad I palindrome I (I palindrome I) I palindrome I (I palindrome I) And I am a snake head eating (snake head) The head on the opposite side (snake head) I palindrome I (manonam) I palindrome I (manonam) I palindrome I (manonam) I palindrome I (manonam)
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Written by: JOHN FLANSBURGH, JOHN LINNELL, JOHN C. FLANSBURGH, JOHN S. LINNELL
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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14 facts about this song
Genre Classification"I Palindrome I" by They Might Be Giants is classified under alternative rock and indie pop.
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Album ReleaseThis song is from their album "Apollo 18", which was released in 1992.
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Songwriting TechniqueAs the title suggests, the song involves a fair amount of wordplay, including the use of palindromes (phrases which read the same forwards and backwards).
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Lyric CompositionEach verse of the song can be rearranged to form a perfect palindrome.
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Music Video DirectionThe music video for "I Palindrome I" was directed by Adam Bernstein, who also directed the group's videos for "Don't Let's Start" and "Ana Ng."
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Song InfluenceThe song makes a reference to the Son of Sam serial killer, David Berkowitz.
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Connection to LiteratureThe song borrows its structure from the book "Go Hang a Salami! I'm a Lasagna Hog!" by Jon Agee, which is a book of palindrome phrases.
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Chart Performance"I Palindrome I" made it to #3 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks in 1992.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by numerous bands, including The Avett Brothers, Sloppy Seconds, and The Meat Puppets, among others.
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RecognitionThe song is recognized especially for its clever wordplay and catchy tune, keeping listeners interested while introducing them to the concept of palindromes.
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Unique Aspect"I Palindrome I" is a unique song as it is not only a song but also a word puzzle.
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Length of SongThe duration of the song is approximately 2 minutes and 22 seconds.
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Special MentionEven though They Might Be Giants have a number of songs with unusual or peculiar lyrics, "I Palindrome I" stands out due to its use of the palindrome technique not only in the lyrics but also in the structural arrangement of the song.
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StyleThe style of "I Palindrome I" is typical of They Might Be Giants' approach to songwriting using wordplay and unusual subject matter to create unique and memorable songs.
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