Billy Liar
The Decemberists
Become A Better Singer In Only 30 Days, With Easy Video Lessons!
Billy Liar's got his hands in his pockets Staring over at the neighbor's, knickers down. He's got his knickers down. So the summer is eternity for you? Sleeping in until your father's shaking you down He's shaking you down. And the mailroom shift gets a real short shrift As you dole out the packages, no-one seems to want you around All skulking around. Let you legs loss on the lino 'Til your sinews spoil Will you stay here for a while, dear, 'Til the radio plays something familiar? Plays smoething familiar. All a-drifting, he's a nogood boyo Sent a-fishing for a whalebone corset frame (His only catch all day) So he sits and lets the current take him A gentle breeze will leave his pants in disarray And at his ankles laid. As he drifts to sleep with a moan and a weep He is decked by a Japanese geisha with a garland of pearls How she twists and twirls! Let you legs loss on the lino 'Til your sinews spoil Will you stay here for a while, dear, 'Til the radio plays something familiar? Plays smoething familiar.
Become A Better Singer In Only 30 Days, With Easy Video Lessons!
12 facts about this song
Band Background"Bily Liar" is a song by The Decemberists, a indie rock band from Portland, Oregon that was formed in 2000.
|
Album InformationThe song is from their second album, 'Her Majesty the Decemberists', which was released on September 9, 2003.
|
Musical Style"Billy Liar" features a catchy melody with pop sensibilities, which somewhat contrasts with the band’s usual folk-rock style.
|
Song TitleThe song's title, "Billy Liar," is borrowed from a 1959 novel written by Keith Waterhouse and its subsequent 1963 film adaptation.
|
Song ContentMany interpret "Billy Liar" as being about a compulsive dreamer who refuses to wake up to reality, which is a characteristic shared with the novel's protagonist.
|
PerformanceThis song is often performed live in their concerts and is well received by audiences.
|
Critical ReceptionCritics praised the song for its lyrical depth and catchy melody.
|
Artistic InfluenceThe Decemberists are known for their narrative songs and "Billy Liar" adheres to that style – telling a detailed and intricate story through its lyrics.
|
Band membersThe Decemberists at the time of the album included members Colin Meloy, Chris Funk, Jenny Conlee, Nate Query, and John Moen.
|
Song LengthThe running time of the song is 2 minutes 53 seconds, making it one of the shorter songs on the album 'Her Majesty the Decemberists'.
|
Record LabelThe album 'Her Majesty the Decemberists', including the song 'Billy Liar', was released under the record label Kill Rock Stars.
|
Album RecognitionThe album 'Her Majesty the Decemberists' was listed in NPR's "50 Most Important Recordings of the Decade" in 2009, reflecting the song's influence and recognition.
|
Citation
Use the citation below to add these lyrics to your bibliography:
Style:MLAChicagoAPA
"Billy Liar Lyrics." Lyrics.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 28 Mar. 2024. <https://www.lyrics.com/lyric/24747152/The+Decemberists/Billy+Liar>.
Discuss the Billy Liar Lyrics with the community:
Report Comment
We're doing our best to make sure our content is useful, accurate and safe.
If by any chance you spot an inappropriate comment while navigating through our website please use this form to let us know, and we'll take care of it shortly.
Attachment
You need to be logged in to favorite.
Log In