Flavor of the Weak
American Hi-Fi
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She paints her nails and she don't know He's got her best friend on the phone She'll wash her hair His dirty clothes are all he gives to her And he's got posters on the wall Of all the girls he wished she was And he means everything to her Her boyfriend, he don't know Anything about her He's too stoned, Nintendo I wish that I could make her see She's just the flavor of the weak It's Friday night and she's all alone He's a million miles away She's dressed to kill But the TV's on He's connected to the sound And he's got pictures on the wall Of all the girls he's loved before And she knows all his favorite songs Her boyfriend, he don't know Anything about her He's too stoned, Nintendo I wish that I could make her see She's just the flavor of the weak Yeah Her boyfriend, he don't know Anything about her He's too stoned, he's too stoned He's too stoned, he's too stoned Her boyfriend, he don't know Anything about her He's too stoned, Nintendo I wish that I could make her see She's just the flavor of the weak Yeah she's the flavor of the weak But she makes me weak
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Written by: Stacy Jones
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12 facts about this song
Release Information"Flavor of the Weak" is a song by American rock band American Hi-Fi from their self-titled debut studio album, which was released in 2001.
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Chart SuccessIt is American Hi-Fi's most successful single -- reaching number 5 on the US Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart, number 31 on the Billboard Hot 100, and number 10 in the UK Singles Chart.
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Pop Culture PresenceThe song and its music video have been featured in several television shows, including "Dawson's Creek", "One Tree Hill", and "Malcolm in the Middle".
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Music VideoThe song's music video, directed by Chris Applebaum, features comedic actor Will Friedle who plays the band's roadie.
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Genres"Flavor of the Weak" is considered an early 2000's pop punk/alternative rock anthem, indicative of the band's style.
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Song MeaningThe song narrates a story of a neglected girlfriend whose boyfriend is more interested in video games and is "too stoned" to treat her right. Thus, it is often interpreted as a commentary on weak relationships.
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ProductionThe song was produced by renowned record producer Bob Rock, known for working with bands like Metallica, The Offspring, and Mötley Crüe.
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Legacy"Flavor of the Weak" is still frequently played on various rock and alternative radio stations. It remains a staple of early 2000s rock music and continues to be influential.
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Band's PerspectiveIn interviews, the band has stated that while they appreciate the song for bringing them success, they also felt constrained by its popularity, as they thought people expected them to stay within that particular sound and genre.
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Cover VersionsSeveral artists have covered "Flavor of the Weak", including punk band I Call Fives for the tribute album "A Tribute to American Hi-Fi – Flavor of the Weak".
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Awards and NominationsThe song won the Boston Music Award for "Single of the Year" in 2001.
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SongwritingStacy Jones, founding member and lead vocalist of American Hi-Fi, has stated that this song was an attempt to emulate the power-pop style of bands like Cheap Trick and The Cars.
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