You're on Fire
They Might Be Giants
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Hi, I forgot your name Whatever My point is Hi, your head's on fire Oh damn, you must've got one of them Combustible heads I read an article all about them You're on fire You're on fire I won't lie You're on fire Combustible head (I won't lie) Combustible head (I won't lie) Combustible head (I won't lie) Combustible head Hey, how's it going Is that your car they're towing? I'm pretty sure that's your car No, you can't park there Whoa, your head's on fire Oh damn, you must've got one of them Combustible heads I read an article all about them You're on fire You're on fire I won't lie You're on fire Combustible head (I won't lie) Combustible head (I won't lie) Combustible head (I won't lie) Combustible head The lights are low The music is extremely loud You're hard to get to know But you're easy to spot in a crowd As I'm sure you're aware You've got one of those rare Combustible heads I read an article all about them You're on fire You're on fire I won't lie You're on fire Oh damn, you must've got one of them (Oh damn) Combustible heads (You must've got one of them) I read an article all about them (Combustible head) You're on fire (Combustible head) You're on fire (Combustible head) I won't lie (Combustible head) You're on fire (Combustible head) I won't lie I won't lie I won't lie I won't lie
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Written by: JOHN FLANSBURGH, JOHN LINNELL
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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12 facts about this song
Band History"You're on Fire" is a song by They Might Be Giants, an American alternative rock band formed in 1982 by John Flansburgh and John Linnell.
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Album DebutThe song is the first track of their sixteenth studio album, "Nanobots," released in 2013.
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InfluenceMuch of They Might Be Giants' work, including "You're on Fire," is known for its unconventional and experimental style, often using unconventional instruments and song structures.
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Song Theme"You're on Fire" has the upbeat, catchy vibe common in They Might Be Giants' work. The lyrics, however, have a darker twist that contrasts the joyful tune, as the singer seems to be addressing someone or something that is literally on fire.
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Unique GenreThe band's music crosses a variety of genres, and "You're on Fire" is no exception—it demonstrates elements of pop-rock, alternative rock, and indie rock.
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ProducerThe song, like the majority of the album "Nanobots," was produced by Patrick Dillett, a longtime collaborator with They Might Be Giants.
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Critical Reception"You're on Fire" was generally well-received by critics, appreciated for its blend of lively melodies and sardonic lyrics.
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Performance History"You're On Fire" became a part of the band's live shows during their 2013 tour to promote the "Nanobots" album.
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Animation CollaborationAn animated music video for "You're on Fire" was created in collaboration with animator and director David Cowles.
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Song Length"You're on Fire," at 2 minutes and 29 seconds, is a relatively short track, even by They Might Be Giants' standards, as they are known for their short and succinct compositional style.
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Album SuccessThe "Nanobots" album, which features "You're on Fire," peaked at No. 44 on the Billboard Independent Albums chart.
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Lyrical InterpretationThe lyrics of "You're on Fire" can be interpreted in multiple ways, but it typically showcases the band's signature style of exploring darker themes through upbeat and catchy music.
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