Alcohol
Barenaked Ladies
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Alcohol, my permanent accessory Alcohol, a party-time necessity Alcohol, alternative to feeling like yourself Oh alcohol, I still drink to your health I love you more than I did the week before I discovered alcohol (That's what I'm talkin 'bout) Forget the cafe latte Screw the raspberry iced tea A Malibu and Coke for you, a G and T for me Alcohol, your songs resolve like My life never will When someone else is picking up the bill I love you more than I did the week before I discovered alcohol Oh alcohol, would you please forgive me? For while I cannot love myself I'll use something else I thought that alcohol was just for those with Nothing else to do I thought that drinking just to get drunk Was a waste of precious booze But now I know that there's a time And there's a place where I can choose To walk the fine line between Self-control and self-abuse I love you more than I did the week before I discovered alcohol Would you please ignore that you Found me on the floor Trying on your camisole? Oh alcohol, would you please forgive me? For while I cannot love myself I'll use something else Would you please forgive me? Would you please forgive me?
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Written by: Stephen Duffy, Stephen Page
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Release Date"Alcohol" by "Barenaked Ladies" was released in 1998 as part of the band's fourth studio album, "Stunt."
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SongwritersThe song was written by members Steven Page and Ed Robertson.
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Music StyleThe song features a unique blend of styles, including rock, pop, and alternative music. This diversity reflects the band's reputation as genre-bending artists.
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ChartsAlthough it was never released as a single, "Alcohol" achieved significant popularity, and "Stunt" became Barenaked Ladies' most successful album, peaking at number 3 on the U.S. Billboard 200.
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Live Performances"Alcohol" has been a mainstay in Barenaked Ladies' concert setlists, reflecting its popularity among the band's fans.
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Lyrics ThemeThe song contains a biting satire of dependency on alcohol, a departure from the band's typical brand of quirky and whimsical lyricism.
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VideoThere is no official music video for "Alcohol", but the song is widely available on digital platforms and has been performed in several live concert recordings.
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InstrumentationThe song features Barenaked Ladies' signature mix of electric guitar, bass, drums, and Steven Page’s powerful lead vocals.
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Critical ReceptionCritics often laud "Alcohol" for its sharp, witty commentary packaged in an upbeat rock-and-roll package.
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Cultural ImpactDespite its serious theme, the song is known for its upbeat tempo and catchy chorus, and it continues to be a celebratory anthem for the band's fans.
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