Hey Man (Now You're Really Living)

Eels

About Hey Man (Now You're Really Living)

"Hey Man (Now You're Really Living)" is a song by American rock band Eels. It was the first single released from their 2005 double album Blinking Lights and Other Revelations.


Year:
2008
3:03
162 

 Become A Better Singer In Only 30 Days, With Easy Video Lessons!

Do you know what it's like to fall on the floor
Cry your guts out 'til you got no more?
Hey man
Now you're really living

Have you ever made love to a beautiful girl?
Made you feel like it's not such a bad world (Hey!)
Hey man
Now you're really living

Now you're really giving everything (Sha la la la)
And you're really getting all you gave (Sha la la la)
Now you're really living what this life is all about

Well, I just saw the sun rise over the hill
Never used to give me much of a thrill (Hey!)
But hey man
Now I'm really living

Hey!
Hey!
Hey!

Do you know what it's like to care too much
'Bout someone that you're never gonna get to touch?
Hey man
Now you're really living

Have you ever sat down in the fresh-cut grass (Hey!)
And thought about the moment and when it will pass? (Hey!)
Hey man
Now you're really living

Now you're really giving everything (Sha la la la)
And you're really getting all you gave (Sha la la la)
Now you're really living what this life is all about

Now

Now what would you say if I told you that (Hey!)
Everyone thinks you're a crazy old cat? (Hey!)
Hey man
Now you're really living

Do you know what it's like to fall on the floor (Hey!)
Cry your guts out 'til you got no more? (Hey!)
Hey man
Now you're really living

Have you ever made love to a beautiful girl? (Hey!)
Made you feel like it's not such a bad world (Hey!)
Hey man
Now you're really living

People!

Do you know what it's like to fall on the floor (Sing!) (Hey!)
Cry your guts out 'til you got no more? (Hey!)
Hey man
Now you're really living

Well, I just saw the sun rise over the hill (Hey!)
Never used to give me much of a thrill (Hey!)
Hey man
Now I'm really living!

Hey!
Hey!

People!

Hey!
Hey!
Hey!

 The easy, fast & fun way to learn how to sing: 30DaySinger.com


Eels

Eels (often typeset as eels or EELS) is an American indie rock band formed by singer/songwriter Mark Oliver Everett, better known as E. Other members rotate frequently, both in the studio and on stage. more »

1 fan

Written by: MARK O. EVERETT

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind


12 facts about this song

Band Origination
"Hey Man (Now You're Really Living)" is a song released by the American alternative rock band, "Eels."
Album Association
This song is part of the Eels' sixth album "Blinking Lights and Other Revelations," which was released in April 2005.
Song Theme
The song contemplates life’s ups and downs, exploring both joy and sadness. It indicates an appreciation of happiness once we’ve experienced sadness to contrast against.
Popular Usage
Eels' "Hey Man (Now You're Really Living)" was prominently featured in an advertisement for the BBC's coverage of the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
Song Duration
The song has a duration of approximately 3 minutes and 2 seconds, making it one of the shorter tracks on the "Blinking Lights and Other Revelations" album.
Chart Performance
"Hey Man (Now You're Really Living)" was a modest commercial success for Eels. It reached number 39 in the UK Singles Chart.
Main Artist
The main artist behind Eels, and thus this song, is Mark Oliver Everett (known as E), who is the lead singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist.
Song Genres
"Hey Man (Now You're Really Living)" is a blend of various music genres including indie rock, alternative rock, and baroque pop.
Specific Lyrics
The song includes the lyrics "Do you know what it’s like to care too much ‘bout someone that you’re never going to get to touch", revealing a sense of one-sided love or unrequited feelings.
Cover Versions
Despite its popularity, there are very few known cover versions of this song, implying its uniqueness and distinctive sound.
Musical Style
The song features a prominent brass section, and its upbeat tempo is atypical compared to many of the Eels' other songs which often have a slower, more melancholic tone.
Insight via Interviews
In an interview, E mentioned that he wrote "Hey Man (Now You're Really Living)" during a moment of happiness after a long period of depression, embodying the genuine feeling of joy.

Discuss the Hey Man (Now You're Really Living) Lyrics with the community:

0 Comments

    Citation

    Use the citation below to add these lyrics to your bibliography:

    Style:MLAChicagoAPA

    "Hey Man (Now You're Really Living) Lyrics." Lyrics.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 28 Mar. 2024. <https://www.lyrics.com/lyric/24273322/Eels/Hey+Man+%28Now+You%27re+Really+Living%29>.

    Missing lyrics by Eels?

    Know any other songs by Eels? Don't keep it to yourself!

    Watch the song video

    Hey Man (Now You're Really Living)

    603.3K
    3,824     86

    Browse Lyrics.com

    Quiz

    Are you a music master?

    »
    How tall is Kristian Matsson of Tallest Man on Earth fame?
    A 5'7"
    B 15'1"
    C 8'11"
    D 5'11"

    Free, no signup required:

    Add to Chrome

    Get instant explanation for any lyrics that hits you anywhere on the web!

    Free, no signup required:

    Add to Firefox

    Get instant explanation for any acronym or abbreviation that hits you anywhere on the web!

    Don't miss Eels's

    Upcoming Events

    »
    Eels tracks

    On Radio Right Now

    Loading...

    Powered by OnRad.io


    Think you know music? Test your MusicIQ here!