I'm a Cuckoo
Belle & Sebastian
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I'm glad to see you I had a funny dream You were wearing funny shoes You were going to a dance You were dressed like a punk but you are too young to remember Glad to see you I'm outside the house I'm not thinking well today I've got no energy I'm glad that you are waiting with me Tell me all about your day Breaking off is misery I see a wilderness for you and me Punctuated by philosophy And a wondering how things could've been I'm happy for you You've made it hard for me I counted on your company You are staying with your friends tonight I'm feeling sorry for myself I keep taking everything to be a sign I'm happy for you Now I know this hurt is poison Too sharp to be bled I'm sitting on my empty bed On my empty bed At night the fever grows it's pounding pounding I'd rather be in Tokyo I'd rather listen to Thin Lizzy-oh Watch the Sunday gang in Harajuku There's something wrong with me, I'm a cuckoo Scary moment, lovin' every moment I was high from playing shows We lost a singer to her clothes My trouble raised its ugly head I was revealed And I was home in bed I was a kid again Jesus told me, go after every coin like it was the last in the world And protect the wayward child But I'm a little lost sheep I need my Bo Peep I know I need My Shepherd here tonight Breaking off is misery I see a wilderness for you and me Punctuated by philosophy And a wondering how things could've been I'd like to see you But really I should stay away And let you settle down I've got no claims to your crown I was the boss of you And I loved you You know I loved you It's all over now I was there for you When you were lonely I was there when you were sad I was there when you were bad Now it's my time of need I'm thinking, do I have to plead to get you by my side? I'd rather be in Tokyo I'd rather listen to Thin Lizzy-oh Watch the Sunday gang in Harajuku There's something wrong with me, I'm a cuckoo
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Written by: BOB KILDEA, CHRISTOPHER GEDDES, MICHAEL COOKE, RICHARD COLBURN, SARAH MARTIN, STEPHEN JACKSON, STUART MURDOCH
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12 facts about this song
Song Creation"I'm a Cuckoo" was released by Belle & Sebastian in 2004. It was included in their sixth studio album, "Dear Catastrophe Waitress." Stuart Murdoch, the band's lead singer, wrote the song.
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InspirationThe song supposedly draws heavily from '70s Abba, and Murdoch has stated in interviews that it was specifically inspired by the ABBA song "The Name of the Game."
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Chart PerformanceIt peaked at number 14 on the UK Singles Chart, making it one of Belle & Sebastian's highest-charting songs.
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Genre ClassificationIt is categorized under Indie Pop, Chamber Pop, and Pop-Rock genres. It's known for its upbeat and catchy tune.
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Music VideoThe music video for "I'm a Cuckoo" was directed by Blair Young and Stuart Murdoch. It depicts the band members in a room with birds symbolically wrapped in strings.
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Song MeaningThe song talks about a failed relationship and the main character’s acceptance of their faults in causing the failure.
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Live PerformancesThe band has performed this song at numerous concerts, sometimes with a Scottish pipe band.
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ReceptionThe song was commended for its catchy melody, sing-along chorus, and the distinctive touch of Belle & Sebastian, making it a fan favorite.
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Commercial UseThe song has been used in commercials in the UK, which helped it gain popularity and recognition.
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Cover VersionsThe band the Flaming Lips performed an acoustic cover of "I'm a Cuckoo" in 2009, giving the song a different feel with their unique sound.
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Single ReleaseThe song was released as a double A-Side single along with "You Don’t Send Me" in 2004.
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Song ReviewsCritics praised the song for its joyful exuberance while also highlighting the depth and lyrical sophistication that B&S are known for.
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