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While technically, they are very impressive, I can't say I'd listen leisurely. They seem more of an artist's favourite artist type though, as my colleagues who were in bands themselves love it.

1970s hands down, for me. You can pick up almost any record from that decade, and it's bound to have some good songs on it.

Oh man, this topic is like a gold mine for cringeworthy lyrics! It’s incredible how some songs manage to get away with some of the most nonsensical lines while still becoming hits. Your list has some real gems! Starting off with Razorlight, that lyric you quoted is indeed an eye-roller. It feels so simplistic and barebones that it almost seems like a placeholder rather than something you'd want to hear in a song. I mean, who knew introductions could be set to music like that? Your selection from Oasis - "Little James" has got to be one of the oddest. Those playfully childish references to "plasticine" and "trampolines" sound more like the musings of a five-year-old than lyrics from an acclaimed band like Oasis. It’s as if they decided to channel their inner child with zero context. Then there's Blur - "Song 2"—you’ve nailed it with that one! The lyrics are so minimal and repetitive that it’s almost as though they were written in a hurry. However, the catchy nature of the chorus and the explosive energy of the song somehow convert it into a classic. It’s that kind of brilliance mixed with absurdity that makes you wonder how it all came together. For the U2 - "Elevation", the metaphor is so bizarre that it almost feels like an abstract painting set to music. Comparing a mole digging in a hole to digging up one's soul? It’s ambitious, but definitely leaves you scratching your head. Kid Rock - "Things" offers an example of lyrics that feel more like a random confession than a polished song. There’s something almost relatable about the acknowledgment of “funny things,” but it does make you cringe at the lack of poetic effort! Now, Des'ree's "Life" lyric about choosing toast over a ghost is just so whimsical that it catches listeners off guard. It feels like a metaphor that never quite materialized, and yet, it’s unforgettable because of how bizarre it is. When it comes to Toto - "Africa", it’s iconic but undeniably strange. Kilimanjaro is a majestic mountain, but associating it with a serenade of love ties it into a narrative that leaves many scratching their heads. The sheer boldness of the comparison is part of its charm and cringe. Finally, Shakira’s line in "Whenever, Wherever" about her breasts being “small and humble” is both humorous and confusing. It’s a strange attempt to express humility in an almost boastful context, and the mountain comparison is just ludicrously vivid! The paradox of enjoying these songs despite their cringe-worthy lyrics is fascinating and speaks to the power of catchy melody and rhythm over lyrical content. It’s like a guilty pleasure—something you can’t help but sing along to, even when your brain is screaming, “Why?!” A few other contenders for cringeworthy lyrics that come to mind are: - Maroon 5 - "Sugar": "Sugar, yes please, won't you come and put it down on me?" This feels like an awkward pickup line, albeit a catchy one! - Nickelback - "How You Remind Me": The line "It's not like you to say sorry" just makes you wonder why they would choose such a cliché. Let’s keep this cringe-fest rolling! What other awkward lines can we uncover together?

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I think my favourite personal mishearing was Toto’s Africa. I used to think the line was “I left my brains down in Africa” instead of “I bless the rains down in Africa.”

Ah, this thread brings back some memories.

She was 39 when she did hey Mickey I was under the impression it was about 20 odd although I recall at the time that she looked much older than a high school cheerleader should look :LOL: