Your Auntie Grizelda
The Monkees
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She knows her mind all right, your auntie Grizelda, She says she knows my kind, she might, maybe so Oh, yeah, she's raised you right, your auntie Grizelda, You only know the things she wants you to know I know she's having a fit, She doesn't like me a bit, No bird of grace ever lit on auntie Grizelda You can't begrudge her style, your auntie Grizelda, She couldn't budge a smile and do it for free So righteous making fudge, your auntie Grizelda, So proper judging others over her tea You look just like her you do, I know by looking at you, That you've been listening to your auntie Grizelda Oh, no, don't look at me like auntie Grizelda It takes much more to be someone of your own You've got to make it free from auntie Grizelda Or just like her you'll have to make it alone I know she's having a fit, She doesn't like me a bit, No bird of grace ever lit on auntie Grizelda Auntie Grizelda, auntie Grizelda Auntie Grizelda, auntie Grizelda
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Written by: DIANE HILDERBRAND, JACK KELLER
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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11 facts about this song
Release Information"Your Auntie Grizelda" was included in the Monkees’ second album, "More of The Monkees," which was released in 1967.
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Band's InfluenceUnlike most of the Monkees' songs, band members Peter Tork and Davy Jones were chosen to provide lead vocals for "Your Auntie Grizelda." This was an unusual decision, as most of their songs featured either Mickey Dolenz or Michael Nesmith as lead vocalists.
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SongwritersThe song was written by Jack Keller and Diane Hilderbrand, two notable songwriters who contributed to the Monkees' discography.
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The Monkees ShowIt featured in two episodes of “The Monkees” TV show - “Monkees in a Ghost Town” and “Monkees at the Movies.”
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Distinctive Style"Your Auntie Grizelda" is unique among Monkees tracks for its spoken-word verses and offbeat humor, lending it a distinct character within their song catalog.
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Unusual ThemeThe song's lyrics are humorously centered around a universally disliked aunt, a somewhat unusual and comedic theme for a pop song.
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Television RepresentationIn the Monkees’ TV show, the song was often represented with a visual of a mature woman dancing and miming to the lyrics.
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Musical ArrangementThe song features a baroque pop sound, which includes a prominent use of the harpsichord.
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Fan ReactionDue to its unique comedic and mocking tone, the song has garnering a positive response from fans who appreciate its uniqueness.
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Live PerformancesAlthough the Monkees were primarily a studio band rather than a touring band in their early years, "Your Auntie Grizelda" was part of their live set during Peter Tork's solo tours after he had left The Monkees.
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LegacyDespite not being a single, the song is considered a cult favorite and is remembered for its memorable lyrics and distinctive sound.
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