They'll Need a Crane

They Might Be Giants

About They'll Need a Crane

"They'll Need a Crane" is a single and song by They Might Be Giants. In addition to vinyl and cassette releases, the single was released as a 3-inch CD. "They'll Need a Crane" was the first song the band performed on network television, in 1989 on Late Night with David Letterman.


Year:
2002
2:31
120 
#2

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Love sees love's happiness
But happiness can't see that love is sad
That love is sad
Sadness is hanging there
To show love somewhere something needs a change
They need a change

They'll need a crane, they'll need a crane
To take the house he built for her apart
To make it break it's gonna take a metal ball hung from a chain
They'll need a crane, they'll need a crane
To pick the broken ruins up again
To mend her heart, to help him start to see a world apart from pain

Lad's gal is all he has
Gal's gladness hangs upon the love of lad
The love of lad
Some things gal says to lad aren't meant as bad
But cause a little pain
They cause him pain

They'll need a crane, they'll need a crane
To take the house he built for her apart
To make it break it's gonna take a metal ball hung from a chain
They'll need a crane, they'll need a crane
To pick the broken ruins up again
To mend her heart, to help him start to see a world apart from pain

Don't call me at work again no no the boss still hates me
I'm just tired and I don't love you anymore
And there's a restaurant we should check out where
The other nightmare people like to go
I mean nice people, baby wait,
I didn't mean to say nightmare

Lad looks at other gals
Gal thinks Jim Beam is handsomer than lad
He isn't bad
Call off the wedding band
Nobody wants to hear that one again
Play that again

They'll need a crane, they'll need a crane
To take the house he built for her apart
To make it break it's gonna take a metal ball hung from a chain
They'll need a crane, they'll need a crane
To pick the broken ruins up again
To mend her heart, to help him start to see a world apart from pain

They'll need a crane, they'll need a crane
They'll need a crane, they'll need a crane
They'll need a crane, they'll need a crane
They'll need a crane, they'll need a crane
They'll need a crane

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They Might Be Giants

They Might Be Giants (sometimes abbreviated as TMBG) is an American alternative band formed in 1982 by John Flansburgh and John Linnell. During TMBG's early years Flansburgh and Linnell were frequently accompanied by a drum machine. In the early 1990s, TMBG became a full band. Currently, the members of TMBG are Flansburgh, Linnell, Marty Beller, Dan Miller, and Danny Weinkauf. They are best known for an unconventional and experimental style of alternative music. Over their career, the group has found success on the modern rock and CMJ charts. More recently they have found success in children's music, and in theme music for several television programs and films. more »

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Written by: JOHN FLANSBURGH, JOHN LINNELL, JOHN C. FLANSBURGH, JOHN S. LINNELL

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10 facts about this song

Release Data
"They'll Need a Crane" is a song by the American alternative rock band, They Might Be Giants. It was released in 1989 as the lead single from their second studio album, "Lincoln."
Music Genre
The song is classified under the indie rock and alternative rock genres. It showcases the band's unique blend of pop melodies with eccentric lyrics and arrangements.
Charts
The song didn't make a significant impact on mainstream charts, but it remains one of the band's most popular songs among fans. It managed to reach no. 11 on the UK Indie Chart.
Lyrics and Themes
"They'll Need a Crane" details through its lyrics the failing relationship between a couple named Lad and Gal. The song's title is a metaphorical representation of the significant effort required to separate their intertwined lives.
Collectible
The vinyl release of the "They'll Need a Crane" EP is considered a collectible among fans, featuring not only the title track but also three other songs: "It’s Not My Birthday," "I’ll Sink Manhattan," and "The World’s Address (Joshua Fried Remix)."
Song Length
It is a short song with a duration of only 2 minutes and 33 seconds, demonstrating the band's ability to deliver poignant narratives in a short form format.
Band Members
The song was performed by band members John Flansburgh and John Linnell, the two Johns, who are known for their eclectic and often surreal songs.
Music Video
The music video for "They'll Need a Crane" was directed by Adam Bernstein, an award-winning director who has also worked on videos for artists like Barenaked Ladies and Beastie Boys.
Critical Reviews
Critics praised the song for its clever lyrics and catchy tune. It is often considered one of the band’s standout tracks, showcasing their penchant for upbeat, melody-driven rock combined with highly literate lyrics.
Live Performances
The song often appears in set lists for live performances by They Might Be Giants and remains popular with fans.

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