Twist My Arm

The Tragically Hip

About Twist My Arm

"Twist My Arm" is the third single from The Tragically Hip's second full-length studio album, Road Apples. The single's B-side is a live version of the song "Highway Girl" from the band's debut EP, in which Gord Downie tells the story of a suicide pact between a man and his girlfriend. It was a hit on Canadian radio, allowing the song to chart considerably higher than in its original form, and contains some lines which would later recur as lyrics in the band's 1992 single "Locked in the Trunk of a Car".  


Year:
1997
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Thar she blows, Jacques Cousteau
Hear her sing so sweet and low
Lull me overboard, out-cold
Gathered in and swallowed whole

Do I want to? With all that charm?
Do I want to? Twist my arm.

You just hit me where I live
I guess it looked quite primitive
What was that supposed to prove?
Throw the calf or he'll throw you

Sucked in by the victim world
Thirsty as a cultured pearl
Culled and wooed, bitten, chewed
It won't hurt if you don't move

Do I want to? With all that charm?
Do I want you? Twist my arm.

Musical chairs, double dares, memorized stairs,
Shootin off flares, springtime hares and broken-down mares

Coward phones, big soup stones, prideless loans,
Grill sick crows, motel groans and big fat Jones

Martyrs don't do much for me
Though I enjoy them vicariously
After you. No! After me.
No, I insist! Please, after me.

Do I want to? With all that charm?
Do I want you? Twist my arm.

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The Tragically Hip

The Tragically Hip, often referred to simply as The Hip, was a Canadian rock band from Kingston, Ontario, that was active between 1983 and 2016. The band was made up of Gordon Downie [1964-2017] (lead vocals and guitar), Paul Langlois (guitar), Rob Baker (guitar, known as Bobby Baker until 1994), Gord Sinclair (bass) and Johnny Fay (drums). The band released 12 studio albums, two live albums, 1 EP, and 54 singles. Nine of their albums reached No. 1 in Canada. They received numerous Canadian Music awards, including 16 Juno Awards. The band's final album and tour were in 2016, following Downie being diagnosed with terminal brain cancer in December, 2015. more »

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Written by: Gordon Downie, Gordon Sinclair, Johnny Fay, Paul Langlois, Robert Baker

Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing

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10 facts about this song

Band Background
"Twist My Arm" is a song performed by The Tragically Hip, an incredibly popular rock band from Canada. This band is well-known for their deep, lyrical content, frequently referencing Canada's history, culture, and geography.
Song Release
"Twist My Arm" was released in 1991, as part of the band's studio album called "Road Apples."
Chart Performance
The song managed to reach number 12 on the Canadian RPM singles chart, demonstrating its popularity at the time of its release.
Implication of Title
The song title "Twist My Arm" is a commonly used English phrase that means persuading someone to do something that they initially didn't want to do.
Album Success
"Road Apples", the album that "Twist My Arm" is featured on, was The Tragically Hip's first album to reach No. 1 on the Canadian Albums Chart.
Lyrics and Theme
While the lyrics are open to interpretation, "Twist My Arm" seems to talk about the struggles and internal resistance involved in decision-making.
Live Performances
The Tragically Hip often performed "Twist My Arm" in concerts, where it was regularly met with enthusiastic crowd responses.
Video Release
"Twist My Arm" also has an official music video directed by Peter Henderson, showcasing the band's performance of the song alongside a series of interpretative dance sequences.
Recognition
The song, like many of The Tragically Hip's works, is recognized as a significant contribution to Canadian rock music, showcasing powerful lyrics and instrumental depth.
Band's Frontman
The Tragically Hip's frontman, Gord Downie, who is known for his deep, thoughtful lyrics and charismatic stage presence, was the lead vocalist in "Twist My Arm." Downie passed away in 2017, but his talent continues to be celebrated in songs like "Twist My Arm."

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