Boxing
Ben Folds, WASO
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Howard, the strangest things Have happened lately when i Take a good swing at all my dreams They pivot and slip I drop my fists and they're back Laughing Howard, My intention's become Not to lose what i've won Ambition has given way to Desperation and i Lost the fight for my eyes Chorus Boxing's been good to me, howard Now i'm told, "you're growing old" The whole time we knew A couple of years i'd be through Has boxing been good to you? Howard, now i confess I'm scared and lonely and tired They seem to think i'm made of clay Another day I'm not cut out for this I just know what to say I say Chorus Well sometimes i punch myself Hard as i can, yelling "nobody cares" Hoping some one will tell me How wrong i am Howard, Chorus Boxing's been good to me howard Now i'm told "you're growing old" The whole time you knew A couple of years I'd be through Has boxing been good. . . Has boxing been good. . . Has boxing been good?
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8 facts about this song
Musical Composition"Boxing" is one of Ben Folds' signature songs and was originally performed by the band Ben Folds Five.
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Lyrics and MeaningThe song is a poignant ballad which takes the form of a letter written by a retired boxer to his manager.
- The lyrical narrative captures the struggle of the boxer, trying to convince himself and his manager that he can still fight despite his old age and declining physical abilities.
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Album Place"Boxing" is the last track on Ben Folds Five's self-titled debut album, which was released in 1995.
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Song InspirationBen Folds has revealed the song was inspired by an interview with retired Boxer Muhammad Ali who was described as ‘punch-drunk’ – a term in the boxing world used for boxers showing signs of brain damage due to repeated blows to the head.
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Noteworthy PerfromancesFolds featured a solo version of "Boxing" on his 2001 album "Rockin' the Suburbs."
- There’s also a special version of "Boxing" in which Ben Folds teams up with Bette Midler on her 2014 album, "It’s The Girls."
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Song Reception and ImpactWhile initially not as well known as some of the band's more radio-friendly singles, "Boxing" quickly became a fan favorite due to Folds' poignant lyrics and emotive performance.
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Song InterpretationMany fans and critics have interpreted "Boxing" as a metaphor for the fleeting nature of success in the music industry, and Folds' fear of becoming 'punch drunk' on fame.
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Live PerformancesDespite the song's solemn nature, "Boxing" often received a lively response when played live, with audiences frequently singing along to the chorus.
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