The Statue Got Me High

They Might Be Giants

About The Statue Got Me High

"The Statue Got Me High" is a song by American alternative rock band They Might Be Giants. The song was released as the lead single from the band's 1992 album, Apollo 18. The song reached number 24 on the Billboard Hot Modern Rock Tracks chart. The B-sides "I'm Def" and "Which Describes How You're Feeling" are both taken from the band's 1985 demo tape, which was recorded using low-quality equipment.


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1992
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The statue got me high
The statue got me high
The monument of granite sent a beam into my eye
The statue made me die
The statue made me die
It took my hand it killed me and it turned me to the sky

The stone it called to me
(And now I see the things the stone has shown to me)
A rock that spoke a word
(An animated mineral it can be heard)

And though I once preferred a human being's company
They pale before the monolith that towers over me

The statue got me high
The statue got me high
The truth is where the sculptor's chisel chipped away the lie
The statue made me fry
The statue made me fry
My coat contained a furnace where there used to be a guy

The stone it called to me
(And now I see the things the stone has shown to me)
A rock that spoke a word
(An animated mineral it can be heard)

And as the screaming fire engine siren filled the air
The evidence had vanished from my charred and smoking chair
And what they found was just a statue
Standing where the statue got me high
And what they found was just a statue
Standing where the statue got me high

And now it is your turn
(Your turn to hear the stone and then your turn to burn)
The stone it calls to you
(You can't refuse to do the things it tells you to)

And as the screaming fire engine siren fills the air
The evidence will vanish from your charred and smoking chair
And what they found was just a statue
Standing where the statue got me high
And what they'll find is just a statue
Standing where the statue got you high

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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

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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12 facts about this song

Album Inclusion
"The Statue Got Me High" is a song from "They Might Be Giants" fifth studio album, "Apollo 18", which was released in 1992.
Radio Airplay
Despite not being officially released as a single, the song received substantial airplay on college and alternative rock radio stations.
Unofficial Single Status
The song was used as a promotional single for the "Apollo 18" album, although it was never officially released as a single.
Animated Music Video
An official music video for "The Statue Got Me High" was created using stop-motion animation techniques.
Homestar Runner Connection
The song was referenced in a 2002 episode of the internet cartoon "Homestar Runner", cementing the band's popularity among internet-savvy fans.
Interpretation
The song is generally interpreted as a commentary on the power of art to challenge and change one's perspective, although the band is known for their cryptic and often humorous lyrics.
Premise
The song's premise involves a statue causing the narrator's death, a fairly unconventional subject matter for a pop song.
Dynamic Tune
The tune of "The Statue Got Me High" ranges from calm, serene moments to intense, high-energy sections, mirroring the narrator's journey in the song.
Downloadable Content
The song was made available as downloadable content for the Rock Band video game series, further increasing its exposure to a younger audience.
Critical Acclaim
Critics have praised the song for its intriguing lyrics, catchy melody, and overall quirky nature that is characteristic of "They Might Be Giants".
Fan Favorite
Despite not achieving mainstream commercial success, "The Statue Got Me High" has remained a fan favorite, often being requested at live shows.
Podcast Recognition
In 2018, "They Might Be Giants" included the song in their own podcast, giving it a resurgence in popularity among new fans.

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