Flake
Jack Johnson
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I know she said, it's alright You can make it up next time I know she knows, it's not right There ain't no use in lying Maybe she thinks I know something Maybe, maybe she thinks it's fine Maybe she knows something I don't I'm so, I'm so tired, I'm so tired of trying It seems to me that maybe It pretty much always means, no So don't tell me, you might just let it go And often times we're lazy It seems to stand in my way Cause no one, no not, no one Likes to be let down I know she loves the sunrise No longer sees it with her sleeping eyes And I know that when she said, she's gonna try Well, it might not work because of other ties and I know she usually has some other ties And I wouldn't wanna break 'em, nah, I wouldn't wanna break 'em Maybe she'll help me to untie this, but Until then well, I'm gonna have to lie to her It seems to me that maybe It pretty much always means, no So don't tell me, you might just let it go And often times we're lazy It seems to stand in my way Cause no one, no not, no one Likes to be let down It seems to me that maybe It pretty much always means, no So don't tell me, you might just let it go The harder that you try baby, the further you'll fall Even with all the money in the whole wide world Please, please, please don't pass me Please, please, please don't pass me Please, please, please don't pass me by Everything you know about me now, baby you gonna have to change You goin' to call it, by a brand new name Please, please, please don't drag me Please, please, please don't drag me Please, please, please don't drag me down Just like your tree, down by the water, baby I shall not move Even after all the silly things you do Please, please, please don't drag me Please, please, please don't drag me Please, please, please don't drag me down
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Written by: Jack Hody Johnson
Lyrics © Bubble Toes Publishing
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12 facts about this song
Creation"Flake" by Jack Johnson was released in 2001 as part of his debut album, titled "Brushfire Fairytales".
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Music VideoThe music video for "Flake" is directed by Emmett Malloy, who is known for producing and directing several music-related films and documentaries. Jack Johnson and his band play live on a floating stage.
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Chart PerformanceThis song helped Jack Johnson gain immense popularity, as it climbed to number 73 on the Billboard Hot 100.
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Genre"Flake" belongs to the folk rock and acoustic rock genres.
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CollaborationBen Harper, Grammy-winning blues, soul, and reggae artist played the slide guitar in the track "Flake".
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Songwriting"Flake" was one of the earliest songs written by Johnson. The lyrics are often interpreted as speaking about life's frustrations and how relationships can "flake" or fall apart.
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Live PerformancesJohnson frequently plays "Flake" during his live performances.
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Sources of InspirationJohnson is known to draw inspiration from his love of nature and his professional surfing background when creating his relaxed, beach-accented sound - and "Flake" is no exception.
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Commercial UsageThis song has been used in many commercials and television shows, such as Alias.
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AccoladesDespite not getting nominated for any major music awards, "Flake" is considered one of Jack Johnson's signature songs and remains a favorite among fans.
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Cover VersionsMany artists have covered "Flake", including popular YouTube musicians and aspiring singer-songwriters, reflecting the song's broad appeal.
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Impact on Jack Johnson's CareerThe success of "Flake" helped Jack Johnson become a commercial success and established him as one of the leading voices in the genre of mellow, beach-inspired music.
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