They Don't Know

Tracey Ullman, Wayne Wonder

About They Don't Know

"They Don't Know" is a song composed and first recorded in 1979 by Kirsty MacColl, which became a Top Ten hit via a 1983 recording by Tracey Ullman.


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You've been around for such a long time now
Oh
Maybe I could leave you but I don't know how
And why should I be lonely ev'ry night
When I can be with you
Oh yes
You make it right
And I don't listen to the guys who say that you're bad for me
And I should turn you away 
'Cause they don't know about us
And they've never heard of love
I get a feeling when I look at you wherever you go now I want to be there too
They say we're crazy but I just don't care

And if they keep on talking
Still they get nowhere

So I don't mind if they don't understand
When I look at you and you hold my hand 
'Cause they don't know about us
And they've never heard of love
Why should it matter to us if they don't approve?
We should just take our chances while we've got nothing to lose
Baby
There's no need for living in the past

Now I've found good loving gonna make it last
I tell the others
Don't bother me
'Cause when they look at you
They don't see what I see

No
I don't listen to their wasted lines

Got my eyes wide open and I see the signs 
'Cause they don't know about us
And they've never heard of love
No
I don't listen to their wasted lines

Got my eyes wide open and I see the signs
'Cause they don't know about us and they've never heard of love

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Tracey Ullman

Tracey Ullman (born 30 December 1959) is a British stage and television actress, comedienne, singer, dancer, director, screenwriter and author. more »

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Written by: Kirsty Mac Coll

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10 facts about this song

Writing and Original Version
"They Don't Know" is a song originally written and recorded by English singer Kirsty MacColl in 1979.
Chart Performance (Kirsty MacColl Version
MacColl's version of the song failed to chart in the UK due to a strike at her distribution company, preventing the copies of the single from reaching the record stores.
Additional Vocals
Despite its initial lack of commercial success, MacColl's original version of "They Don't Know" is noted for its "Bay-bi-ee" lyrical hook, which is performed by Captain Sensible.
Cover by Tracey Ullman
The song was later covered by British-American actress and singer Tracey Ullman in 1983.
Chart Performance (Tracey Ullman Version
Ullman's version of "They Don't Know" achieved widespread commercial success, peaking at No. 2 on the UK Singles Chart and No. 8 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States.
Music Video
Ullman's music video for the song features a cameo from Sir Paul McCartney, a former member of the Beatles.
Relationship with the Beatles
Kirsty MacColl's mother, Jean Newlove, was once a girlfriend of Beatles manager Brian Epstein, and the Beatles were regular visitors to their house in London. This indirect connection could explain McCartney's appearance in Ullman's music video for "They Don't Know."
Cover Versions
Apart from Tracey Ullman, "They Don't Know" has been covered by other artists, including American singer Lydia Loveless and Norwegian singer Katzenjammer.
Pop Culture Influence
"They Don't Know" has been featured in various media, such as the comedy movie "Grown Ups 2" and the TV show "Gilmore Girls," further highlighting its influence in pop culture.
Posthumous Success of Kirsty MacColl
Despite her tragic death in an accident in 2000, Kirsty MacColl's music, including "They Don't Know," continues to be celebrated and appreciated around the world.

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