Stranger Than Fiction
Joe Jackson
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Please mister can't you help me try to find my baby's house It's three in the morning in the pouring rain I can't find the house and i forgot the number But I gotta give her these roses to relieve her pain Don't laugh, just tell me you've been there before So we fight but we fight every evening And I tell you every morning I just love her more And life goes on, filled with disasters and friction And life can be strange But love can be stranger than fiction Only love can be stranger than fiction Excuse me operator, tell me what time it is Me and my lover been in bed all day I think I strained a muscle I didn't know I had And tell me what day it is anyway Don't laugh, just tell me you hear what I say I love her so much I don't even know what planet I'm on Love her so much I wish she'd just go away And life goes on, filled with bizarre contradictions And life can be strange But love can be stranger than fiction Only love can be stranger than fiction I know that sometimes love goes But sometimes it comes back to getcha And when love grows It grows like a flower or grows like a tumor Love shows that God has a sense of humor Life goes on, ever immune to prediction And life can be strange But love can be stranger than fiction Only love can be stranger than fiction
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Written by: JOE JACKSON
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15 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Stranger Than Fiction" by Joe Jackson falls into the pop-rock genre. The singer-songwriter has been known for his new wave and punk-influenced pop-rock tunes.
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Released DateThis song was released in 1991 as part of Jackson's album "Laughter & Lust".
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Album Success"Laughter & Lust" was a commercial success, reaching #41 on the UK Albums Chart and #116 on the US Billboard 200.
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Song Theme"Stranger Than Fiction" deals themes of love, mystery, and the unpredictable nature of life, which are common themes throughout much of Joe Jackson's work.
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Career ImpactThe song further solidified Joe Jackson's reputation as a versatile and intelligent songwriter capable of crafting intricate, thoughtful pop-rock.
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MusicalityThe song features Joe Jackson's signature piano playing and strong, melodic vocal lines. He is often hailed for marrying traditional pop melody with more complex musical and lyrical ideas.
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Live Performances"Stranger Than Fiction" has been a staple in Joe Jackson's live performances, showing up in setlists frequently throughout his career.
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RecognitionRolling Stone magazine praised "Stranger Than Fiction" for its "sardonic wit and keen social observations."
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Chart PerformanceDespite its popular recognition, "Stranger than Fiction" did not chart on the US or UK singles charts.
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LegacyToday, "Stranger Than Fiction" is remembered as a stand-out track from "Laughter & Lust," and as an enduring example of Joe Jackson's skill as a songwriter. It continues to garner play on classic rock and adult alternative radio stations.
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Video ReleaseAn official music video was released for the song, featuring Joe Jackson performing in a atmospheric setting, reflecting the song's mysterious theme.
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LyricismLyrically, the song includes subtle political and social commentary layered within the narrative, a common characteristic found in many of Jackson's songs.
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ArtistryThe song is notable for displaying Joe Jackson's artistry, both in terms of music composition and lyric writing.
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Notable LineThe line "life is stranger than fiction" has been widely quoted and referenced, underscoring the impact of the song.
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Cover VersionsThough "Stranger Than Fiction" has not been widely covered, it remains one of the essential songs in Joe Jackson's discography.
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