You Don't Know Me

Ben Folds, Regina Spektor

About You Don't Know Me

You Don't Know Me is the name of the lead-off single from Ben Folds' third studio album, Way to Normal. The song features Regina Spektor on vocals dueting with Ben Folds. The song is also the 4th song on Ben Folds' 2009 album Stems & Seeds.


Year:
2011
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I wanna ask you
Do you ever sit and wonder,
It's so strange
That we could be together for
So long, and never know, never care
What goes on in the other one's head?

Things I've felt but I've never said
You said things that I never said
So I'll say something that I should have said long ago:

(You don't know me)
You don't know me at all
(You don't know me)
You don't know me at all (at all)

You could have just propped me up on the table like a mannequin
Or a cardboard stand-up and paint me (paint me)
Any face that you wanted me
To be seen.
We're
Damned by the existential moment where
We saw the couple in the coma and
It was we were the cliche,
But we carried on anyway.

So, sure, I could just close my eyes.
Yeah, sure, trace and memorize,
But can you go back once you know

(You don't know me)
You don't know me at all
(You don't know me)
You don't know me at all (at all)

(You don't know me)
You don't know me at all
(You don't know me)
You don't know me at all (at all)

If I'm the person that you think I am
Clueless chump you seem to think I am
So easily led astray,
An errant dog who occasionally escapes and needs a shorter leash, then
Why the f*ck would you want me back?!

Maybe it's because

(You don't know me at all)

(You don't know me,
you don't know me.)

So, what I'm trying to say is
What (What?)
I'm trying to tell you
It's not gonna come out like I wanna say it cause I know you'll only change it.
(Say it.)

(You don't know me)
You don't know me at all
(You don't know me)
You don't know me at all (at all)

(You don't know me)
You don't know me at all
(You don't know me)
You don't know me at all (at all)

What?

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Ben Folds

Benjamin Scott "Ben" Folds (born September 12, 1966) is an American singer-songwriter and record producer. From 1995-2000, Folds was the frontman and pianist of the alternative rock band Ben Folds Five. After the group temporarily disbanded, Folds performed as a solo artist and has toured all over the world. The group reunited in 2011. He has also collaborated with musicians such as William Shatner, Regina Spektor and "Weird Al" Yankovic and undertaken experimental songwriting projects with authors such as Nick Hornby and Neil Gaiman. In addition to contributing music to the soundtracks of the animated films Over the Hedge, and Hoodwinked!, Folds produced Amanda Palmer's first solo album and has been a judge on the NBC a cappella singing contest The Sing-Off … more »

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10 facts about this song

Song Release
"You Don't Know Me" is a song by American singer-songwriter Ben Folds. It was released as the lead single from his third studio album "Way to Normal" in 2008.
Collaboration
The song is a duet with Regina Spektor, a talented singer known for her quirky, alternative music style.
Chart Performance
"You Don't Know Me" peaked at #58 on the UK Singles Chart. The song also reached the top 20 on the Billboard Triple A chart in the United States.
Music Genre
The song represents a mix of indie pop and alternative rock genres, aligning with Folds' characteristic blend of pop melodies with clever lyrics.
Music Video
The music video for "You Don't Know Me" is quirky and playful. It includes Ben Folds and Regina Spektor appearing in a variety of outfits and engaging in humorous interactions.
Song Meaning
The song explores the decay of a romantic relationship, with Folds and Spektor singing from the perspective of a couple that has grown apart yet remain together.
Live Performances
Since its release, the song has regularly been part of Ben Folds’ setlists during his live shows. Folds often uses the song as an opportunity to engage with the crowd.
Song Writing
Ben Folds is renowned for his satirical and critical songwriting style and "You Don't Know Me" is a perfect example of this. The song uses irony and humor to comment on love and relationships.
Musical Arrangement
The song features a simple, piano-led arrangement, which is characteristic of Ben Folds' sound. But it also surprises with a pop-inspired chorus, showing Folds’ versatility as a musician.
Reception
"You Don't Know Me" is widely regarded as a fan favorite, and it has been critically acclaimed for its witty lyrics and the chemistry between Folds and Spektor.

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