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Exquisite Dead Guy: In Loving Memory

A heartfelt, funny eulogy for They Might Be Giants’ “Exquisite Dead Guy,” exploring its surreal charm, emotional bridge, and place on Factory Showroom.

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How Can I Sing Like A Girl? A Song for Anyone Who Ever Felt Wrong for Being Themselves

A reflective look at TMBG’s “How Can I Sing Like a Girl?” through bullying, gender norms, freak flags, and the freedom to be yourself.

Nov 21 •

Till My Head Falls Off: Growing Up Interrupted

A deep dive into They Might Be Giants’ “Till My Head Falls Off,” the Factory Showroom era, and how the song echoes a lifetime of being talked over.

Nov 16 •

The Pink Album

Rhythm Section Want Ad – Wrapping Up They Might Be Giants' Debut Album

Exploring "Rhythm Section Want Ad" by They Might Be Giants—a song that taught me guitar and still trips me up with its clever lyrics.

Jan 29, 2024 •

The Day: A Quirky TMBG Ballad That’s Perfect for Sing-Alongs

From misheard lyrics to its perfect build-up, "The Day" by They Might Be Giants is a song that’s become a no-skip, sing-along favorite

Jan 22, 2024 •

Alienation’s for the Rich by TMBG: From Skipped Track to Personal Anthem

They Might Be Giants’ "Alienation’s for the Rich" grew on me over time—especially during a tough summer in 2016.

Jan 15, 2024 •

I Hope That I Get Old Before I Die

The Long Journey from Teenage Dread to Adult Dread.

Jan 8, 2024 •

Chess Piece Face – In Which We Meet a Face Made of Chess Pieces

"Chess Piece Face" by They Might Be Giants was once a quirky mystery to me—until I learned the heartbreaking truth behind the song

Jan 1, 2024 •

Lincoln

Kiss Me, Son of God: Religion and Music Collide in TMBG’s Masterpiece

I have asked that this song be played at my funeral (which will hopefully be 100 years from now.)

Jun 2, 2024 •

Snowball in Hell

If it wasn't for unsubscribers, I wouldn't have any subscribers. ( I have subscribers this is just a lyric reference. You aren't the only subscriber…

May 27, 2024 •

Stand on Your Own Head

My young understanding of generational gripes and demands via this TMBG banger.

May 20, 2024 •

Shoehorn with Teeth

Dive into the whimsical absurdity of "Shoehorn with Teeth" from They Might Be Giants' album "Lincoln" – where nostalgia meets quirky humor.

May 13, 2024 •

They'll Need a Crane

How this TMBG song related to my life at a time when I desperately needed to know that anyone else knew what I was experiencing.

May 6, 2024 •

Miscellaneous T

We’re the Replacements: An Ode to Rock ‘n’ Roll Surrogacy

How a tongue-in-cheek B-side became a reflection on the grind of being a band.

Jan 26 •

When It Rains It Snows: Finding Harmony in Chaos

Sometimes the words don’t come easy. Writing about ‘When It Rains, It Snows’ wasn’t effortless, but through pauses and reflection, the story…

Jan 18 •

The Famous Polka: Everyone Has a Phone Inside Their Rib Cage

Explore the surreal heartbreak of They Might Be Giants’ ‘The Famous Polka’—a wild, almost one-minute odyssey of rib cage phones, unrequited love, and…

Jan 12 •

Untitled Track 13: Gloria Leaves a Message

Discover the mystery behind Gloria's voicemail in Untitled Track 13 on Miscellaneous T by They Might Be Giants. A deep dive into Dial-A-Song lore.

Jan 4 •

For Science: I wrote a Short Screenplay for This One

Explore a thrilling sci-fi screenplay inspired by TMBG’s ‘For Science’—alien encounters, bold sacrifices, and unexpected heroes. Download now!

Dec 30, 2024 •

Flood

Road Movie to Berlin: One Last Stop on the Road from 'Flood'

Reflecting on emotional walls and endings, as I conclude my journey through They Might Be Giants' 3rd album 'Flood'.

Oct 13, 2024 •

They Might Be Giants: the Chaos and Genius of Their Self Titled Anthem

TMBG gave themselves a theme song. What more could you want?

Oct 5, 2024 •

Sapphire Bullets of Pure Love: a Journey Into the Uncanny Valley

Testing the limits of what can be considered creative, good and/or enjoyable. Try not to be consumed by madness.

Sep 27, 2024 •

Women & Men: Exploring the Sarcastic Folk Ballad of Procreation

What happens when They Might Be Giants sing about the women and the men who cross the oceans.

Sep 22, 2024 •

the Eclectic Percussions Plus Possible Personal Ties to this TMBG Flood classic.

Sep 15, 2024 •

Apollo 18

Space Suit: A Musical Liftoff in 96 Seconds

A Quiet Goodbye from Apollo 18

May 31 •

Fingertips: Twenty-one Little Voices in My Head

Every line of “Fingertips” by They Might Be Giants lives rent-free in my brain. Here’s a breakdown of what each one means to me.

May 24 •

Hypnotist of Ladies: You Won’t Remember Why You Liked Him

When I snap my fingers, you’ll crave a post about They Might Be Giants, teenage heartbreak, and hypnotic riffs. -Snap- You're already reading.

May 16 •

Turn Around: A Jaunty Tune for the Recently Deceased

An exploration of a morbid TMBG song that gave words to how I experienced life and also taught me the word 'Obsequious.'

May 10 •

If I Wasn’t Shy: a Clarinet-Fueled Rebellion

What would you do if you weren’t shy? A look at They Might Be Giants’ “If I Wasn’t Shy” from Apollo 18, where rebellion meets tenderness.

May 2 •

John Henry

End Of The Tour: The John Henry End Credits

From Walkman tears to vinyl healing, They Might Be Giants’ “End of the Tour” is my soundtrack for surviving the endings of things.

Nov 1 •

Stomp Box: A distorted hymn for my grief and catharsis.

“Stomp Box” by They Might Be Giants is both a song and an exorcism. Screaming through distortion to find catharsis.

Oct 25 •

Out Of Jail: A Breakup Story in 4/4 Time

How a They Might Be Giants breakup song taught me about loss, projection, and letting go.

Oct 16 •

Window: My Longest Running Distraction

A one-minute song for a lifetime of staring out the glass.

Oct 4 •

Thermostat: When Brains and Machines Misfire

A parable of mood swings, grief, and brokenness.

Sep 27 •

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