Get in Line

Barenaked Ladies

About Get in Line

"Get in Line" is a song by Canadian alternative rock group Barenaked Ladies. It was released in 1999 from the soundtrack of the TV series King of the Hill. The song was released as a promo 5" and CD single and later appeared on the band's compilation release, Disc One: All Their Greatest Hits (1991–2001). It reached number 18 in Canada and number 28 on the US Billboard Adult Top 40.


Year:
2001
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Everywhere I go someone's trying to be my girlfriend's best friend
I'm tryin' to pretend I'm relaxed but I'm playin' castonettes with my knees
I try to be cool and give her space but a guy's always there ready to jump right up and take my place
Everyone in this room seems to want to make a big fool outta me

Everybody open your mouth
Everybody just say ah (ah ah ah ah)
Everything will be alright if you play along

Everywhere I go there's someone in a trench coat staring at me
And when I'm not at home I'm sure someone's rummaging through my trash
What ever could they want from me?
Is it just a part of a giant government conspiracy?
I gotta go see my doctor about this itchy pentagram shaped rash

Everybody open your mouth
Everybody just say ah (ah ah ah ah)
Everything'll be alright, this won't hurt at all (turn it up)
Everybody get in line
Everybody turn and cough (ah ah)
Everything'll be alright if you just lay off

Dictate a memo to myself
Tryin' to finally find the only one in complete health
Consult contemporaries if there are some to see
There really isn't anyone who's in my lane

Every night at a lane, someone thinks they've got a find beyond me
I try to take three deep breaths as I walk up to my minivan
Everyone says I'm lookin' great but it's hard to stand up let alone to try to concentrate
I wish that everyone that I knew hadn't sold out to the man

Everybody open your mouth
Everybody just say ah (ah ah ah ah)
Everything'll be alright, this won't hurt at all
Everybody get in line
Everybody turn and cough
Everything'll be alright if you just lay
Everything'll be alright if you just lay
Everything'll be alright if you just lay off

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Barenaked Ladies

Barenaked Ladies (often abbreviated BNL or occasionally BnL) is a Canadian alternative rock band. The band is currently composed of Jim Creeggan, Kevin Hearn, Ed Robertson, and Tyler Stewart. Barenaked Ladies formed in 1988 in Scarborough, Ontario, then a suburban municipality outside the City of Toronto. They are best known for their hit singles, "One Week", "The Old Apartment", "Pinch Me", "If I Had $1000000", "Brian Wilson"; as well as the theme for the sitcom The Big Bang Theory. They have won multiple Juno Awards and have been nominated for Grammy Awards. They are also known for their light-hearted, comedic performance style. Their live shows are known for humorous banter between songs and improvised raps/songs, both of which are staples at virtually eve… more »

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Written by: STEVEN JAY PAGE, LLOYD EDWARD ELWYN ROBERTSON, JIM CREEGGAN

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10 facts about this song

Origins
"Get in Line" is a song by Barenaked Ladies. It was composed by Steven Page and Ed Robertson, the two primary songwriters, lyricists and vocalists of the band.
Album Recognition
The song is featured on the band's fifth studio album, "Stunt", which was released in 1998.
Pop Culture Reference
The song was used as the theme song for the animated TV series "King of the Hill".
Musical Style
"Get in Line" showcases the band's quirky and humorous approach to lyric writing. The song contains witty wordplay and engaging storytelling, which are distinctive elements of Barenaked Ladies' songwriting style.
Band Line-up
In addition to Page and Robertson, other band members who performed on this track include Kevin Hearn (keyboards, guitar), Jim Creeggan (bass), and Tyler Stewart (drums).
Chart Performance
While "Get in Line" wasn't released as a single, the album "Stunt" peaked at number three on the US Billboard 200 and the Canadian Albums Chart. It became the band's most successful album to date.
Live Performance
Despite not being a single, "Get in Line" is frequently performed at Barenaked Ladies' live shows, revealing the band's and fans’ appreciation for the song.
Lyrics Inspiration
The lyrics reference waiting in line and the mundane day-to-day frustrations with a lighthearted, humorous tone.
Awards
Although "Get in Line" didn't win any awards, the album "Stunt" earned the band two Juno Awards nominations in 1999 for "Best Pop Album" and "Album of the Year".
Critical Reception
The song alongside the album has been well received by critics for its lively, catchy tunes and clever lyrics, helping to solidify Barenaked Ladies' reputation for their unique songwriting style.

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