Name that song
Quote: ThatDonGuyMy Blue Heaven
The only way I know this is, I remember Loretta Swit singing it on an episode of M*A*S*H
Ding! Ding! Winner!!
And the M*A*S*H version...
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And now, in the category "50's Hits", name that song...
I laughed at love 'cause I thought it was funny
But you came along and you moved me honey
I've changed my mind
This love is fine
fast and bulbous
(Hey, do it again) I love that, I love those words
Fast and bulbous, that's right, the mascara snake
Fast and bulbous
Bulbous, also tapered (yeah but you gotta wait until I say it)
Also, a tin teardrop (oh, christ)
(Again, beginning)
Fast and bulbous, that's right, the mascara snake
Fast and bulbous, also a tin teardrop
Bulbous, also tapered, that's right
Quote: Moscagoodness, gracious, great balls of fire!
Goodness gracious, we have a winner!!
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High difficulty song in play...
Quote: MoscaSince no one knows any of the lyrics I post when I think they are easy, here is one that is probably impossible.
fast and bulbous
(Hey, do it again) I love that, I love those words
Fast and bulbous, that's right, the mascara snake
Fast and bulbous
Bulbous, also tapered (yeah but you gotta wait until I say it)
Also, a tin teardrop (oh, christ)
(Again, beginning)
Fast and bulbous, that's right, the mascara snake
Fast and bulbous, also a tin teardrop
Bulbous, also tapered, that's right
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And now, in the category "Broadway/Film", name that song...
The famous places to visit are so many
Or so the guidebooks say
I told my grandpa I wouldn't miss on any
And we got just one day
Got to see the whole town
Right from Yonkers on down to the Bay
In just one day
Quote: GialmereQuote: Moscagoodness, gracious, great balls of fire!
Goodness gracious, we have a winner!!Rolling Stone magazine ranks this classic as one of the top 100 rock songs of all time.
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High difficulty song in play...Quote: MoscaSince no one knows any of the lyrics I post when I think they are easy, here is one that is probably impossible.
fast and bulbous
(Hey, do it again) I love that, I love those words
Fast and bulbous, that's right, the mascara snake
Fast and bulbous
Bulbous, also tapered (yeah but you gotta wait until I say it)
Also, a tin teardrop (oh, christ)
(Again, beginning)
Fast and bulbous, that's right, the mascara snake
Fast and bulbous, also a tin teardrop
Bulbous, also tapered, that's right
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And now, in the category "Broadway/Film", name that song...
The famous places to visit are so many
Or so the guidebooks say
I told my grandpa I wouldn't miss on any
And we got just one day
Got to see the whole town
Right from Yonkers on down to the Bay
In just one day
Is it from “On the Town”? I don’t know the name of it. Might it be a same namer?
Quote: MoscaIs it from “On the Town”? I don’t know the name of it. Might it be a same namer?
Ding ding! Ding ding! It's a helluva win!!
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High difficulty song in play...
Quote: MoscaSince no one knows any of the lyrics I post when I think they are easy, here is one that is probably impossible.
fast and bulbous
(Hey, do it again) I love that, I love those words
Fast and bulbous, that's right, the mascara snake
Fast and bulbous
Bulbous, also tapered (yeah but you gotta wait until I say it)
Also, a tin teardrop (oh, christ)
(Again, beginning)
Fast and bulbous, that's right, the mascara snake
Fast and bulbous, also a tin teardrop
Bulbous, also tapered, that's right
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And now, in the category "Classic TV", name that song...
Now we're up in the big leagues
Gettin' our turn at bat.
As long as we live, it's you and me baby
There ain't nothin' wrong with that.
Quote: GialmereDing ding! Ding ding! It's a helluva win!!
Yes that's "New York, New York" from "On the Town" not to be confused with "New York, New York" of start spreading the news fame. The expression "helluva" is often replaced by "wonderful" despite the fact that the song is sung by sailors and "helluva" is (these days) the chump change of swear words.
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High difficulty song in play...Quote: MoscaSince no one knows any of the lyrics I post when I think they are easy, here is one that is probably impossible.
fast and bulbous
(Hey, do it again) I love that, I love those words
Fast and bulbous, that's right, the mascara snake
Fast and bulbous
Bulbous, also tapered (yeah but you gotta wait until I say it)
Also, a tin teardrop (oh, christ)
(Again, beginning)
Fast and bulbous, that's right, the mascara snake
Fast and bulbous, also a tin teardrop
Bulbous, also tapered, that's right
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And now, in the category "Classic TV", name that song...
Now we're up in the big leagues
Gettin' our turn at bat.
As long as we live, it's you and me baby
There ain't nothin' wrong with that.
I don’t know it, but I could probably guess it from the clue.
Quote: GialmereAnd now, in the category "Classic TV", name that song...
Now we're up in the big leagues
Gettin' our turn at bat.
As long as we live, it's you and me baby
There ain't nothin' wrong with that.
Quote: MoscaSince no one knows any of the lyrics I post when I think they are easy, here is one that is probably impossible.
fast and bulbous
(Hey, do it again) I love that, I love those words
Fast and bulbous, that's right, the mascara snake
Fast and bulbous
Bulbous, also tapered (yeah but you gotta wait until I say it)
Also, a tin teardrop (oh, christ)
(Again, beginning)
Fast and bulbous, that's right, the mascara snake
Fast and bulbous, also a tin teardrop
Bulbous, also tapered, that's right
Quote: JoemanMovin' On Up, the theme from The Jeffersons
Ding! Ding! A piece of the pie!!
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And now, in the category "90's Pop", name that song...
My loneliness is killing me (and I)
I must confess I still believe (still believe)
When I'm not with you I lose my mind
Give me a sign
Quote: jmillsQuote: MoscaSince no one knows any of the lyrics I post when I think they are easy, here is one that is probably impossible.
fast and bulbous
(Hey, do it again) I love that, I love those words
Fast and bulbous, that's right, the mascara snake
Fast and bulbous
Bulbous, also tapered (yeah but you gotta wait until I say it)
Also, a tin teardrop (oh, christ)
(Again, beginning)
Fast and bulbous, that's right, the mascara snake
Fast and bulbous, also a tin teardrop
Bulbous, also tapered, that's rightIt's off Trout Mask Replica, but I don't know the name of the song. So I'll just guess that the song's name is also Trout Mask Replica, by Captain Beefheart.
That’s closer than I would have expected!
The song is “Pena”, from Trout Mask Replica. “Fast and bulbous” shows up twice on Trout Mask: “A squid, eating dough, in a polyethylene bag, is fast and bulbous,” is also a lyric in the song “Pachuco Cadaver”.
Okay, since that wasn’t obscure enough, try this one:
SPRAY PAINT!
KEEP AWAY FROM FLAME! AAAAAHHHHHH!
Avoid breathing in the vapors!
Keep out of reach of children!
Contents under pressure! AHAAAAA!
Place it in sunlight!
Quote: GialmereAnd now, in the category "90's Pop", name that song...
My loneliness is killing me (and I)
I must confess I still believe (still believe)
When I'm not with you I lose my mind
Give me a sign
Quote: GialmereQuote: GialmereAnd now, in the category "90's Pop", name that song...
My loneliness is killing me (and I)
I must confess I still believe (still believe)
When I'm not with you I lose my mind
Give me a signThe next line in the song is something you might hear sung at a blackjack table.
Buzzzzzzzzz!!
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And now, in the category "Classic Country", name that song...
A third boxcar, a midnight train
Destination Bangor, Maine
Old worn out suit and shoes
I don't pay no union dues
Quote: Gialmere<snip>
And now, in the category "Classic Country", name that song...
A third boxcar, a midnight train
Destination Bangor, Maine
Old worn out suit and shoes
I don't pay no union dues
Gialmere,
That's easy:
Dog Hand
Quote: DogHandQuote: Gialmere<snip>
And now, in the category "Classic Country", name that song...
A third boxcar, a midnight train
Destination Bangor, Maine
Old worn out suit and shoes
I don't pay no union dues
Gialmere,
That's easy:"King of the Road", by Roger Miller
Dog Hand
My timing sucks in this game. Everytime I know one (cuz I'm too old, I guess, that's about 1 in 3) someone else is in there. If I'm the first to see one, it's some recent (see above for relativity of "recent") thing that ends up unanswered. Yeesh.
Ah, well. Made a decision back in the 80s I wasn't going to catalog music trivia, shouldn't whine when it keeps biting me.
I got you in trouble in high school,
And college now that was a ball,
You had some of the best times
You'll never remember with me...
Dog Hand
Quote: DogHandIn the category Recent Country:
I got you in trouble in high school,
And college now that was a ball,
You had some of the best times
You'll never remember with me...
Dog Hand
I thought to be a smartass and tell you how long ago "Recent" was to make you feel old.
Then I realized how long ago "Recent" was.
F#$%.
ETA: So upset I forgot to answer. Brad Paisley - Alcohol
Quote: DogHand"King of the Road", by Roger Miller
Dog Hand
Ding! Ding! Correct!!
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And now, in the category "Progressive Rock", name that song...
Far away, across the field
The tolling of the iron bell
Calls the faithful to their knees
To hear the softly spoken magic spell
Far away, across the field
The tolling of the iron bell
Calls the faithful to their knees
To hear the softly spoken magic spell
Quote: scolistQuote: GialmereAnd now, in the category "Progressive Rock", name that song...
Far away, across the field
The tolling of the iron bell
Calls the faithful to their knees
To hear the softly spoken magic spellPink Floyd "Us and Them"
Very, very close, but no.
Quote: GialmereQuote: scolistQuote: GialmereAnd now, in the category "Progressive Rock", name that song...
Far away, across the field
The tolling of the iron bell
Calls the faithful to their knees
To hear the softly spoken magic spellPink Floyd "Us and Them"
Very, very close, but no.Flip that 45 over to the B-side.
Quote: FaceQuote: DogHandIn the category Recent Country:
I got you in trouble in high school,
And college now that was a ball,
You had some of the best times
You'll never remember with me...
Dog Hand
I thought to be a smartass and tell you how long ago "Recent" was to make you feel old.
Then I realized how long ago "Recent" was.
F#$%.
ETA: So upset I forgot to answer. Brad Paisley - Alcohol
You are correct! By "recent", I simply meant in the 2000's: in the present case, 2005.
In this music video, the "lampshade" man is none other than the late, great Little Jimmy Dickens of "May the Bird of Paradise Fly Up Your Nose" fame.
Now in the "Novelty Song" category, from the mid-80's:
Well, what happened next is hard to tell,
Some thought it was heaven others thought it was hell,
But the fact that something was among us was plain to see.
Dog Hand
Quote: DogHandQuote: FaceQuote: DogHandIn the category Recent Country:
I got you in trouble in high school,
And college now that was a ball,
You had some of the best times
You'll never remember with me...
Dog Hand
I thought to be a smartass and tell you how long ago "Recent" was to make you feel old.
Then I realized how long ago "Recent" was.
F#$%.
ETA: So upset I forgot to answer. Brad Paisley - Alcohol
You are correct! By "recent", I simply meant in the 2000's: in the present case, 2005.
In this music video, the "lampshade" man is none other than the late, great Little Jimmy Dickens of "May the Bird of Paradise Fly Up Your Nose" fame.https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=q3zkkLckeyM
Now in the "Novelty Song" category, from the mid-80's:
Well, what happened next is hard to tell,
Some thought it was heaven others thought it was hell,
But the fact that something was among us was plain to see.
Dog Hand
I absolutely know who wrote this, but I don't know the name of it.
Here's a link to a funny cartoon related to this thread that I just saw:
https://www.gocomics.com/theargylesweater/2020/01/06
I couldn't figure out how to link directly to the image.
Dog Hand
Quote: scolistPink Floyd's "Time"
Ding! Ding! Winner!!
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And now, in the category "New Wave", name that song...
Traveling in a fried-out combie
On a hippie trail, head full of zombie
I met a strange lady, she made me nervous
She took me in and gave me breakfast
Quote: DogHandHere's a link to a funny cartoon related to this thread that I just saw:
https://www.gocomics.com/theargylesweater/2020/01/06
I couldn't figure out how to link directly to the image.
I don't think you can, unless you have an account there; the only way to get direct access to the images is by creating a "favorites" page, which still lets you right-click on the image and then select "View Image" to bring just the comic up on its own page.
Thanks for posting the cartoon!
Personally, I would have used "small physique" instead of "tiny physique", since the line in the original song is "big disgrace": one syllable, followed by two syllables.
At any rate, when I read it I immediately thought of this thread.
Dog Hand
Quote: GialmereAnd now, in the category "New Wave", name that song...
Traveling in a fried-out combie
On a hippie trail, head full of zombie
I met a strange lady, she made me nervous
She took me in and gave me breakfast
Quote: Joemancome from a land Downunder by Men at Work?
Ding! Ding! Dingadong! Correct!!
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In play...
Quote: DogHandNow in the "Novelty Song" category, from the mid-80's:
Well, what happened next is hard to tell,
Some thought it was heaven others thought it was hell,
But the fact that something was among us was plain to see.
Dog Hand
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And now, in the category "30's & 50's", name that song...
Now laughing friends deride
Tears I can not hide
Oh, so I smile and say
When a lovely flame dies...
Quote: GialmereQuote: Joemancome from a land Downunder by Men at Work?
Ding! Ding! Dingadong! Correct!!Still a beloved song in Oz, "Down Under" was originally the B-side of Men at Work's first single.
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In play...Quote: DogHandNow in the "Novelty Song" category, from the mid-80's:
Well, what happened next is hard to tell,
Some thought it was heaven others thought it was hell,
But the fact that something was among us was plain to see.
Dog Hand
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And now, in the category "30's & 50's", name that song...
Now laughing friends deride
Tears I can not hide
Oh, so I smile and say
When a lovely flame dies...
Shoot 'em in the back now
What they want, I don't know
They're all revved up and ready to go
Quote: MoscaHey ho, let's go
Shoot 'em in the back now
What they want, I don't know
They're all revved up and ready to go
The Ramones?
Quote: AyecarumbaQuote: MoscaHey ho, let's go
Shoot 'em in the back now
What they want, I don't know
They're all revved up and ready to go
The Ramones?
Climbing up the Eiffel tower
Elementary penguin singing Hare Krishna
Man, you should have seen them kicking Edgar Allen Poe
Quote: MoscaSemolina Pilchard
Climbing up the Eiffel tower
Elementary penguin singing Hare Krishna
Man, you should have seen them kicking Edgar Allen Poe
D'oh! I missed out on "Blitzkrieg Bop" but Woohoo!! I am in time for...
Quote: MoscaSmoke Gets in Your Eyes. I don’t know the heaven and hell one.
Ding! Ding! Correct!!
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And now, in the category "Disney", name that song...
Fate is kind
She brings to those who love
The sweet fulfillment of
Their secret longing
Quote: Gialmere
And now, in the category "Disney", name that song...
Fate is kind
She brings to those who love
The sweet fulfillment of
Their secret longing
I don't know this one, but I came across an interview with the songwriter from the recent Frozen movie, and he commented that historically, Disney protagonists all sing "I Want..." songs. I never really thought about it, but I suppose that's true. But isn't it also true with most great songs?
Quote: Gialmere
And now, in the category "Disney", name that song...
Fate is kind
She brings to those who love
The sweet fulfillment of
Their secret longing
Quote: Ayecarumba... I came across an interview with the songwriter from the recent Frozen movie, and he commented that historically, Disney protagonists all sing "I Want..." songs. I never really thought about it, but I suppose that's true. But isn't it also true with most great songs?
Here's a link to an online video on the topic on the PBS.org site.
Get outta that bed, wash your face and hands
Well, you get in that kitchen, make some noise with the pots 'n pans
Way you wear those dresses, the sun comes shinin' through
Way you wear those dresses, the sun comes shinin' through
I can't believe my eyes, all that mess belongs to you
I believe to my soul you're the devil and now I know
I believe to my soul you're the devil and now I know
Well, the more I work, the faster my money goes
Quote: MoscaGet outta that bed, wash your face and hands
Get outta that bed, wash your face and hands
Well, you get in that kitchen, make some noise with the pots 'n pans
Way you wear those dresses, the sun comes shinin' through
Way you wear those dresses, the sun comes shinin' through
I can't believe my eyes, all that mess belongs to you
I believe to my soul you're the devil and now I know
I believe to my soul you're the devil and now I know
Well, the more I work, the faster my money goes
Is it...
Here's another for the board, in the "60's Country" category:
Somebody said he came from New Orleans
Where he got in a fight o'er a Cajun queen
And a crashing blow from a huge right hand
Sent a Louisiana fellow to the Promised Land
Dog Hand
Quote: DogHandQuote: MoscaGet outta that bed, wash your face and hands
Get outta that bed, wash your face and hands
Well, you get in that kitchen, make some noise with the pots 'n pans
Way you wear those dresses, the sun comes shinin' through
Way you wear those dresses, the sun comes shinin' through
I can't believe my eyes, all that mess belongs to you
I believe to my soul you're the devil and now I know
I believe to my soul you're the devil and now I know
Well, the more I work, the faster my money goes
Is it..."Shake, Rattle, and Roll"?
Ding! Heard it on the radio, figured what the heck.
Quote:Here's another for the board, in the "60's Country" category:
Somebody said he came from New Orleans
Where he got in a fight o'er a Cajun queen
And a crashing blow from a huge right hand
Sent a Louisiana fellow to the Promised Land
Dog Hand
Quote: MoscaGet outta that bed, wash your face and hands
Get outta that bed, wash your face and hands
Well, you get in that kitchen, make some noise with the pots 'n pans
Way you wear those dresses, the sun comes shinin' through
Way you wear those dresses, the sun comes shinin' through
I can't believe my eyes, all that mess belongs to you
I believe to my soul you're the devil and now I know
I believe to my soul you're the devil and now I know
Well, the more I work, the faster my money goes
The use of "pots 'n pans" in the lyric is distinctive to me. Are there any other pop songs that use the phrase?.
So close... It is actually Big Bad John ;-)
Now in the "Country" category, courtesy of my Dad:
I see you driving by just like a Phantom Jet
With your arm around some little Brunette
Dog Hand
Edit: corrected slight inaccuracy in lyrics.
Quote: JoemanBased solely on Gialmere's hint, because I haven't seen Pinocchio since I was like 3, I'm going to guess When You Wish upon a Star sung by Jiminy Cricket.
Ding! Ding! Very good!!
Still in play...
Quote: DogHandNow in the "Novelty Song" category, from the mid-80's:
Well, what happened next is hard to tell,
Some thought it was heaven others thought it was hell,
But the fact that something was among us was plain to see.
Dog Hand
Quote: DogHandNow in the "Country" category, courtesy of my Dad:
I see you driving by just like a Phantom Jet
With your arm around some little Brunette
Dog Hand
Edit: corrected slight inaccuracy in lyrics.
[Hints needed.]
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And now, in the category "Motown Funk", name that song...
The clothes she wears, her sexy ways
Make an old man wish for younger days, yeah, yeah
She knows she's built and knows how to please
Sure enough to knock a strong man to his knees
Quote: GialmereAll right, let me keep things up to date.
Still in play...Quote: DogHandNow in the "Novelty Song" category, from the mid-80's:
Well, what happened next is hard to tell,
Some thought it was heaven others thought it was hell,
But the fact that something was among us was plain to see.
Dog HandQuote: DogHandNow in the "Country" category, courtesy of my Dad:
I see you driving by just like a Phantom Jet
With your arm around some little Brunette
Dog Hand
Edit: corrected slight inaccuracy in lyrics.
[Hints needed.]
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And now, in the category "Motown Funk", name that song...
The clothes she wears, her sexy ways
Make an old man wish for younger days, yeah, yeah
She knows she's built and knows how to please
Sure enough to knock a strong man to his knees
The one about the Phantom, it’s sung by a woman and it dates some time after the ‘70s. Maybe Tanya Tucker? I don’t know it yet, I’m trying to pair the lyric to a meter and a melody. It’s on the edge of my mind.
Quote: Mosca<snip>The one about the Phantom, it’s sung by a woman and it dates some time after the ‘70s. Maybe Tanya Tucker? I don’t know it yet, I’m trying to pair the lyric to a meter and a melody. It’s on the edge of my mind.
Mosca,
You're on the right track, but the song is sung by a female group. Here is the whole first stanza:
Well, I was standing in line at the city bus stop
Soaked to the skin from ev'ry rain drop
I see you driving by just like a Phantom Jet
With your arm around some little Brunette
You say you won't be home because you're working late
Honey, I'm no fool, you've been out on a date
The lipstick on your collar gives your game away
It's strawberry red and mine's pink rose
Dog Hand
