Alternative Girlfriend
Barenaked Ladies
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You're in an all-girl band Your futon's second-hand Your parents understand but you don't care I have a job in a shop I'm an undercover cop I make sure the customers aren't thieves Old at being young, young at being old Everything's on hold within our evolution You're my alternative girlfriend I love you and now you cannot pretend There's nothing left that won't cross over Last night we slept on the lawn You woke up and I was gone Back to the dream I dream to leave My life with her is a bore A worn-out metaphor No more surprises up its sleeve Old at being young, young at being old Everything's been sold to others' revolutions You're my alternative girlfriend I love you and now you cannot pretend There's nothing left that won't cross over You live above your dad's four-car garage With your vinyl and imaginary entourage If I pull up in a U-Haul, pack up quick So we can get out of this town, 'cause it makes me sick You're my alternative girlfriend I love you and now you cannot pretend There's nothing left that won't cross over
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Written by: Stephen Duffy, Steven Page
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11 facts about this song
Song Production"Alternative Girlfriend" was released by Barenaked Ladies, a Canadian rock band, in 1994.
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Album AppearanceThe song features in their third studio album "Maybe You Should Drive," which was the second album for Barenaked Ladies.
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Critical Acclaim"Alternative Girlfriend" is one of their famous hit singles. The song was well-received by their fans and critics.
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SongwritingThe song was written by Steven Page, who is a founding member of the Barenaked Ladies. He was the primary songwriter and vocalist for the band.
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GenreThe genre of the song falls under alternative rock, which frequently provides a counterpoint to the mainstream. This is reflected in both the song and its title.
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Song NarrativeThe song tells the story of an unconventional relationship, specifically from the perspective of a man who is attracted to women who don’t fit the societal norm, hence the use of the term "Alternative" in the title.
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Chart Performance"Alternative Girlfriend" was notably successful, reaching No. 22 on Billboard's Canadian Hot 100 chart in 1994.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Alternative Girlfriend" features the band performing the song interspersed with sequences of them dressed in various character costumes.
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RecognitionThe song has had a lasting impression and is often remembered as one of Barenaked Ladies' classic hits from the 90s.
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Live PerformancesEven though the band went on to release several other albums and singles, "Alternative Girlfriend" remained a fan favorite at concerts and live performances.
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Band DynamicsAt the time of the song’s release, Barenaked Ladies consisted of five members: Steven Page, Ed Robertson, Jim Creeggan, Tyler Stewart, and Andy Creeggan. Later, Andy left the band while Kevin Hearn joined. The dynamic of the band has changed over the years, but "Alternative Girlfriend" remains a significant piece of their musical history.
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