Popular
Nada Surf
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Three important rules for breaking up Don't put off breaking up when you know you want to Prolonging the situation only makes it worse Tell him honestly, simply, kindly, but firmly Don't make a big production Don't make up an elaborate story This will help you avoid a big tear-jerking scene If you want to date other people say so Be prepared for the boy to feel hurt and rejected Even if you've gone together for only a short time, And haven't been too serious There's still a feeling of rejection when someone says She preferres the company of others to your exclusive company But if you're honest, and direct And avoid making a flowery emotional speech when you break the news The boy will respect you for your frankness And honestly he'll apeciate the kind of straightfoward manner in which you told him your decision Unless he's a real jerk or a crybaby you will remain friends I'm head of the class I'm popular I'm a quarterback I'm popular My mom says I'm a catch I'm popular I'm never last picked I got a cheerleading chick Being attractive is the most important thing there is If you want to catch the biggest fish in your pond You have to be as attractive as possible Make sure to keep your hair spotless and clean Wash it at least every two weeks Once every two weeks And if you see Jonny football hero in the hall Tell him he played a great game Tell him you liked his article in the newspaper I'm the party star I'm popular I got my own car I'm popular I'll never get caught I'm popular I make football bets I'm a teacher's pet I propose we support a one-month limit on going steady I think it will keep people more able to deal with weird situations And get to know more people I think if you're ready to go out with Johnny Now's the time to tell him about your one-month limit He won't mind, he'll apreciate your fresh look on dating And once you've dated someone else you can date him again I'm sure he'll like did Everyone will appreciate it You're so novel, what a good idea You can keep you time to yourself You don't need date insurance You can go out with whoever you want to Every boy, every boy, in the whole world could be yours If you'll just listen to my plan The Teenage Guide To popularity I'm head of the class I'm popular I'm a quarterback I'm popular My mom says I'm a catch I'm popular I'm never last picked I got a cheerleading chick I'm the party star I'm popular I've got my own car I'm popular I'll never get caught I'm popular I'm a teacher's pet I make football bets
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Written by: Matthew Caws, Daniel Lorca
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing
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10 facts about this song
Band Origin"Popular" is a song by the American band Nada Surf, which was formed in 1992 in New York City.
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Album InformationThis song is from Nada Surf's debut album 'High/Low' that was released on June 18, 1996, by the record label Elektra.
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Songwriting and LyricsThe song was written by Matthew Caws, Daniel Lorca, and Ira Elliot. Its lyrics are a modified and sarcastic take on advice given in the 1964 teen etiquette book 'Penny's Guide to Teen-Age Charm and Popularity.'
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Chart Performance"Popular" reached number 11 on the U.S. Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart and made it to 63 on the album chart. In Canada, the song stood at number 12 on the alternative music chart.
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Music VideoThe music video of "Popular" received heavy rotation on MTV and much critical acclaim. It features sequences from a 1950s 'educational film' and was directed by Jesse Peretz.
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Satirical Theme"Popular" is satirical in tone, directly mocking high school life, popularity contests, and stereotyped roles.
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Extra Link to High SchoolCaw's mother is featured in the song. Her words of wisdom from the guidebook are sampled and layered throughout the song.
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Pop Culture ReferencePortions of the song were used in a Season 2 episode of 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer,' adding to its popular culture relevance.
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Unique Song StructureThe structure of "Popular" is non-standard, without a clear verse-chorus-verse progression, highlighting the band's creative approach to songwriting.
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Future Band DirectionDespite the song's success and mainstream exposure, Nada Surf moved away from the pop-punk sound of "Popular" in their subsequent albums and developed a more traditional rock sound.
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