Get in Line
Barenaked Ladies
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Everywhere I go someone's trying to be my girlfriend's best friend I'm tryin' to pretend I'm relaxed but I'm playin' castonettes with my knees I try to be cool and give her space but a guy's always there ready to jump right up and take my place Everyone in this room seems to want to make a big fool outta me Everybody open your mouth Everybody just say ah (ah ah ah ah) Everything will be alright if you play along Everywhere I go there's someone in a trench coat staring at me And when I'm not at home I'm sure someone's rummaging through my trash What ever could they want from me? Is it just a part of a giant government conspiracy? I gotta go see my doctor about this itchy pentagram shaped rash Everybody open your mouth Everybody just say ah (ah ah ah ah) Everything'll be alright, this won't hurt at all (turn it up) Everybody get in line Everybody turn and cough (ah ah) Everything'll be alright if you just lay off Dictate a memo to myself Tryin' to finally find the only one in complete health Consult contemporaries if there are some to see There really isn't anyone who's in my lane Every night at a lane, someone thinks they've got a find beyond me I try to take three deep breaths as I walk up to my minivan Everyone says I'm lookin' great but it's hard to stand up let alone to try to concentrate I wish that everyone that I knew hadn't sold out to the man Everybody open your mouth Everybody just say ah (ah ah ah ah) Everything'll be alright, this won't hurt at all Everybody get in line Everybody turn and cough Everything'll be alright if you just lay Everything'll be alright if you just lay Everything'll be alright if you just lay off
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Written by: STEVEN JAY PAGE, LLOYD EDWARD ELWYN ROBERTSON, JIM CREEGGAN
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10 facts about this song
Origins"Get in Line" is a song by Barenaked Ladies. It was composed by Steven Page and Ed Robertson, the two primary songwriters, lyricists and vocalists of the band.
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Album RecognitionThe song is featured on the band's fifth studio album, "Stunt", which was released in 1998.
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Pop Culture ReferenceThe song was used as the theme song for the animated TV series "King of the Hill".
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Musical Style"Get in Line" showcases the band's quirky and humorous approach to lyric writing. The song contains witty wordplay and engaging storytelling, which are distinctive elements of Barenaked Ladies' songwriting style.
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Band Line-upIn addition to Page and Robertson, other band members who performed on this track include Kevin Hearn (keyboards, guitar), Jim Creeggan (bass), and Tyler Stewart (drums).
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Chart PerformanceWhile "Get in Line" wasn't released as a single, the album "Stunt" peaked at number three on the US Billboard 200 and the Canadian Albums Chart. It became the band's most successful album to date.
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Live PerformanceDespite not being a single, "Get in Line" is frequently performed at Barenaked Ladies' live shows, revealing the band's and fans’ appreciation for the song.
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Lyrics InspirationThe lyrics reference waiting in line and the mundane day-to-day frustrations with a lighthearted, humorous tone.
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AwardsAlthough "Get in Line" didn't win any awards, the album "Stunt" earned the band two Juno Awards nominations in 1999 for "Best Pop Album" and "Album of the Year".
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Critical ReceptionThe song alongside the album has been well received by critics for its lively, catchy tunes and clever lyrics, helping to solidify Barenaked Ladies' reputation for their unique songwriting style.
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