Flagpole Sitta
Harvey Danger
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I had visions, I was in them I was looking into the mirror To see a little bit clearer Rottenness and evil in me Fingertips have memories Mine can't forget the curves of your body And when I feel a bit naughty I run it up the flagpole and see who salutes (But no one ever does) I'm not sick but I'm not well And I'm so hot cause I'm in hell Been around the world and found That only stupid people are breeding The cretins cloning and feeding And I don't even own a tv Put me in the hospital for nerves And then they had to commit me You told them all I was crazy They cut off my legs now I'm an amputee, god damn you I'm not sick but I'm not well And I'm so hot cause I'm in hell I'm not sick but I'm not well And it's a sin to live so well I want to publish zines And rage against machines I want to pierce my tongue It doesn't hurt, it feels fine The trivial sublime I'd like to turn off time And kill my mind You kill my mind Paranoia, paranoia Everybody's coming to get me Just say you never met me I'm going underground with the moles digging holes Hear the voices in my head I swear to god it sounds like they're snoring But if you're bored then you're boring The agony and the irony, they're killing me I'm not sick but I'm not well And I'm so hot cause I'm in hell I'm not sick but I'm not well And it's a sin to live so well
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Written by: Aaron Huffman, Evan Sult, Jeff Lin, Sean Nelson
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10 facts about this song
Formation of the Band"Harvey Danger" was formed in 1993 at the University of Washington. The band included members Sean Nelson, Aaron Huffman, Evan Sult, and Jeff J. Lin. "Flagpole Sitta" was their breakout single.
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Meaning of the Song"Flagpole Sitta" portrays the frustration and confusion encountered by a young person in the post-modern world. The lyrics link themes of paranoia, cynicism and the desire for public exposure.
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Release and Success"Flagpole Sitta" was released in 1997 and became a hit in 1998, reaching no. 38 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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Origin of the TitleInterestingly, the band revealed that the song's odd title, "Flagpole Sitta", was inspired by a misheard phrase from an Our Gang (Little Rascals) episode.
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Notable Use in MediaThe song gained popularity when it was used as the theme song for the British sitcom "Peep Show." It has also been featured in a number of TV series such as "ER", "Cold Case" and movies including "Disturbing Behavior" and "American Pie".
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Cover Versions"Flagpole Sitta" has been covered by numerous artists in diverse styles, such as punk band Chiodos and metal band I Prevail, demonstrating its enduring appeal.
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Legacy of the SongDespite Harvey Danger's later releases, they will be forever known for "Flagpole Sitta". The song has stayed popular over the years due to its catchy chorus and relatable themes.
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Harvey Danger’s DisapprovalDespite its success, the band members of Harvey Danger were not entirely pleased with how "Flagpole Sitta" became an anthem for the apathetic. They felt it was often misinterpreted and overplayed.
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Song's Impact on Harvey DangerThe song was labeled as a "one-hit wonder," which led to the band suffering from slightly decreased credibility and exposure in the subsequent years after the song's release. Despite this label, they continued to make music until they disbanded in 2009.
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Platinum CertificationAs of 2019, the song has received a Platinum certification from the RIAA for surpassing a million units in combined sales and streaming figures.
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