Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin)
Sly & the Family Stone
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Lookin' at the devil, grinnin' at his gun Fingers start shakin', I begin to run Bullets start chasin', I begin to stop We begin to wrestle, I was on the top I want to thank you falettinme be mice elf agin Thank you falettinme be mice elf agin Stiff all in the collar, fluffy in the face Chit chat chatter tryin', stuffy in the place Thank you for the party, but I could never stay Many thangs is on my mind, words in the way I want to thank you falettinme be mice elf agin Thank you falettinme be mice elf agin Dance to the music, all nite long Everyday people, sing a simple song Mama's so happy, Mama start to cry Papa still singin', you can make it if you try I want to thank you falettinme be mice elf agin (Different strokes for different folks, yeah) Thank you falettinme be mice elf agin Flamin' eyes of people fear burnin' into you Many men are missin' much hatin' what they do Youth and truth are makin' love, dig it for a starter, now Dyin' young is hard to take, sellin' out is harder Thank you falettinme be mice elf agin I want to thank you falettinme be mice elf agin Thank you falettinme be mice elf agin Thank you falettinme be mice elf agin I want to thank you falettinme be mice elf agin
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Written by: Sylvester Stewart
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11 facts about this song
Song Composition"Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin)" is a 1969 funk song noted for its innovative and revelatory use of rhythm and structure.
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Successful HitIn 1970, the song went on to peak at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States. It also reached No. 1 on the US Billboard R&B singles chart.
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Innovative TechniquesThe song's groundbreaking use of slap bass, an innovative percussive technique often used in funk, was played by Larry Graham and has been widely influential in the music industry.
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Changed LyricsThe song's lyrics, written by Sly Stone, supposedly were changed to a more cooperative "Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin)" as a way to express gratitude to the band's fans.
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Unique PhoneticsThe title of the song is a humorous phonetic spelling of "Thank you for letting me be myself again," showing the playful side of the band.
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Band Lineup"Sly & the Family Stone" included a diverse lineup of musicians with different ethnic backgrounds, which was unusual for the time, contributing to their unique sound.
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Cover Versions“Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin)” has been covered by many artists. In 2002, British post-punk band "Magazine," included a version of the song on their album "The Complete John Peel Sessions."
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Cultural ImpactThe song's success and influence continue to resonate, and it has appeared in numerous films and TV shows, including "Shrek The Third" and "Everybody Hates Chris."
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AwardsIn 1993, "Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin)" was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame, honoring its historical significance and impact.
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MessageWhile the song’s funky beat and clever wordplay are its most immediately noticeable features, the lyrics carry an important message about fought individuality and the struggle to maintain one's identity.
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Compilation AlbumAlthough the song became one of Sly & The Family Stone's biggest hits, it was never included on an original studio album. However, it was added later to a greatest hits compilation.
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