Walk Idiot Walk

The Hives

About Walk Idiot Walk

"Walk Idiot Walk" is the first single from the Swedish band The Hives' third album, Tyrannosaurus Hives. It was written by Randy Fitzsimmons. Upon release, the song reached number 13 in the United Kingdom, number 15 in Sweden, and number 18 in Norway. It also became a minor hit in Germany and Ireland and reached number 19 on the US Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart. In Australia, the song was ranked number 55 on Triple J's Hottest 100 of 2004.


Year:
2005
3:30
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Well is it true what they say about it
They say it's new but I have to doubt it
And then they tell you everything about it
Had enough

I got some people saying this way
I got some people saying that way
I got some people saying there's no way
Ain't it tough

See the idiot walk
See the idiot talk
See the idiot chalk up his name on the blackboard
See the robot walk
See the robot talk
See the robot write up his name on the ballot
They say this is all I need to get by
The truth is baby it's a lie

Well is it true what they say about it
You oughtta do what I do and doubt it
He won and now he's gonna do something about it
Ain't it sad

And if you don't want to feel like a putz
Collect the clues and connect the dots
You'll see the pattern that is bursting your bubble
And it's Bad

See the idiot walk
See the idiot talk
See the idiot chalk up his name on the blackboard
They say this is all I need to get by
The truth is baby it's a lie

If we review the winning combination
Body at work and a mind on vacation
Who had the brain where it started to sink in
It was you

You've seen the idiot walk
See the idiot talk
But you never learned nothing and nothing isn't over
See the robot walk
See the robot talk
Still you never learned nothing and nothing isn't over
They say this is all I need to get by
The truth is baby it's a lie

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The Hives

The Hives are a Swedish garage rock band that first garnered attention in the early 2000s as a prominent group of the garage rock revival. Their mainstream success came with the release of the album Veni Vidi Vicious, featuring their most well-known song "Hate to Say I Told You So". more »

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Written by: Randy Fitzsimmons

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10 facts about this song

Album Information
"Walk Idiot Walk" is one of the most popular songs by The Hives and it comes from their third album "Tyrannosaurus Hives" which was released in 2004.
Composition and Lyrics
The song has a very fast pacing with its loud and energetic style of rock. The lyrics are often interpreted to confront 'idiocy' in society and politics, promoting critical thinking.
Music Video
The music video for "Walk Idiot Walk" was directed by renowned music video director, StyleWar. The sets used in the video were reportedly inspired by a mixture of 1960s and German Bauhaus design.
Commercial Success
"Walk Idiot Walk" was a commercial success for The Hives. It reached number one on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart in the United States.
Use in Media
The song has been used in a variety of media formats. For instance, it was part of the soundtrack for the popular videogame, Madden NFL 2005. It was also used in the films Jumper (2008) and What Happens in Vegas (2008).
Performing Style
The Hives, known for their explosive, high-energy performances, often play "Walk Idiot Walk" near the end of their live shows as a kind of climax to the concert.
Television Performances
The Hives performed "Walk Idiot Walk" on numerous television shows such as “Late Show with David Letterman”, “Top of the Pops” and "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" in order to promote the song and the album "Tyrannosaurus Hives".
Critical Acclaim
Critics acclaimed the song for its aggression and simplicity, and it was often described as being reminiscent of 1970s punk bands like The Stooges and Ramones.
Influence and Impact
Despite its catchy tune, it is also considered as a social commentary, thus making it a significant part of The Hives' musical repertoire with both entertainment and meaningful substance.
Vinyl Release
Apart from the usual CD format, "Walk Idiot Walk" was also released as a 7” vinyl single, which included the B-side track "Genepool Convulsions".

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