You Don't Know Me
Ben Folds, Regina Spektor
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I wanna ask you Do you ever sit and wonder, It's so strange That we could be together for So long, and never know, never care What goes on in the other one's head? Things I've felt but I've never said You said things that I never said So I'll say something that I should have said long ago: (You don't know me) You don't know me at all (You don't know me) You don't know me at all (at all) You could have just propped me up on the table like a mannequin Or a cardboard stand-up and paint me (paint me) Any face that you wanted me To be seen. We're Damned by the existential moment where We saw the couple in the coma and It was we were the cliche, But we carried on anyway. So, sure, I could just close my eyes. Yeah, sure, trace and memorize, But can you go back once you know (You don't know me) You don't know me at all (You don't know me) You don't know me at all (at all) (You don't know me) You don't know me at all (You don't know me) You don't know me at all (at all) If I'm the person that you think I am Clueless chump you seem to think I am So easily led astray, An errant dog who occasionally escapes and needs a shorter leash, then Why the f*ck would you want me back?! Maybe it's because (You don't know me at all) (You don't know me, you don't know me.) So, what I'm trying to say is What (What?) I'm trying to tell you It's not gonna come out like I wanna say it cause I know you'll only change it. (Say it.) (You don't know me) You don't know me at all (You don't know me) You don't know me at all (at all) (You don't know me) You don't know me at all (You don't know me) You don't know me at all (at all) What?
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Written by: BEN FOLDS
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10 facts about this song
Song Release"You Don't Know Me" is a song by American singer-songwriter Ben Folds. It was released as the lead single from his third studio album "Way to Normal" in 2008.
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CollaborationThe song is a duet with Regina Spektor, a talented singer known for her quirky, alternative music style.
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Chart Performance"You Don't Know Me" peaked at #58 on the UK Singles Chart. The song also reached the top 20 on the Billboard Triple A chart in the United States.
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Music GenreThe song represents a mix of indie pop and alternative rock genres, aligning with Folds' characteristic blend of pop melodies with clever lyrics.
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Music VideoThe music video for "You Don't Know Me" is quirky and playful. It includes Ben Folds and Regina Spektor appearing in a variety of outfits and engaging in humorous interactions.
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Song MeaningThe song explores the decay of a romantic relationship, with Folds and Spektor singing from the perspective of a couple that has grown apart yet remain together.
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Live PerformancesSince its release, the song has regularly been part of Ben Folds’ setlists during his live shows. Folds often uses the song as an opportunity to engage with the crowd.
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Song WritingBen Folds is renowned for his satirical and critical songwriting style and "You Don't Know Me" is a perfect example of this. The song uses irony and humor to comment on love and relationships.
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Musical ArrangementThe song features a simple, piano-led arrangement, which is characteristic of Ben Folds' sound. But it also surprises with a pop-inspired chorus, showing Folds’ versatility as a musician.
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Reception"You Don't Know Me" is widely regarded as a fan favorite, and it has been critically acclaimed for its witty lyrics and the chemistry between Folds and Spektor.
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