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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.
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Chase Roper
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
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Chase Roper
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.
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Chase Roper
I Hope That I Get Old Before I Die
The Long Journey from Teenage Dread to Adult Dread.
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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
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Chase Roper
Absolutely Bills Mood
Discover on Christmas Day how 'Absolutely Bill’s Mood' mirrors life's chaos. A tale of finding clarity amidst turmoil, perfect for holiday reflection.
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Chase Roper
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Boat of Car
Explore the misunderstood lyrics and chilling narrative of They Might Be Giants’ ‘Boat of Car’ through Chase’s introspective journey
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Chase Roper
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Youth Culture Killed My Dog
Discover the intertwined narrative of a cherished song by They Might Be Giants and the bittersweet memories of a childhood dog.
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Chase Roper
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She's An Angel
Remembering Junior High days with They Might Be Giants' iconic love song.
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Chase Roper
(She Was A) Hotel Detective: TMBG’s Funky, Quirky Classic
Mixing funky grooves with a quirky story. Here’s why it’s a no-skip song for me.
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Chase Roper
Nothing’s Gonna Change My Clothes – A Song About Staying True to Yourself
They Might Be Giants’ "Nothing’s Gonna Change My Clothes" is a no-skip track that makes me feel confident in my decisions and individuality.
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Chase Roper
Rabid Child: A Song About Isolation, Truckers, and Nostalgia
How They Might Be Giants’ "Rabid Child" brought me back to my first concert and introduced me to the world of trucker lingo.
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