Figured You Out
Nickelback
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I like your pants around your feet And I like the dirt that's on your knees And I like the way you still say please, while you're looking up at me You're like my favorite damn disease And I love the places that we go And I love the people that you know And I love the way you can't say "No" too many long lines in a row I love the powder on your nose Ouh, and now I know who you are It wasn't that hard Just to figure you out Now I did, you wonder why And now I know who you are It wasn't that hard Just to figure you out Now I did, you wonder why I like the freckles on your chest And I like the way you like me best And I like the way you're not impressed, while you put me to the test I like the white stains on your dress And I love the way you pass the check And I love the good times that you wreck (The good times that you wreck) And I love your lack of self respect While you're passed out on the deck I love my hands around your neck Ouh and I know who you are It wasn't that hard Just to figure you out Now I did, you wonder why And I know who you are It wasn't that hard Just to figure you out Now I did, you wonder why Why not before, you never tried Gone for good, and this is it I like your pants around your feet And I like the dirt that's on your knees And I like the way you still say please, while you're looking up at me You're like my favorite damn disease And I hate the places that we go And I hate the people that you know And I hate the way you can't say "No" too many long lines in a row I hate the powder on your nose Ouh and now I know who you are It wasn't that hard Just to figure you out Now I did, you wonder why And now I know who you are It wasn't that hard Just to figure you out Now I did, you wonder why Why not before, you never tried Gone for good, and this is it Ooh
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Written by: Chad Kroeger, Michael Kroeger, Ryan Peake, Ryan Vikedal
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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11 facts about this song
Song Origin"Figured You Out" is a song by the rock band Nickelback from their fifth studio album, "The Long Road". The album was released in 2003.
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Chart PerformanceThe song reached No. 1 on the "Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks" chart, making it the second single from the album to top the chart after the lead single "Someday".
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Songwriting CreditsThe song was written by the band's lead vocalist, Chad Kroeger, along with fellow band members Mike Kroeger, Ryan Peake, and then-drummer, Ryan Vikedal.
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Video RecognitionThe music video for "Figured You Out" won a "MuchMusic Video Award" for "Best Rock Video" in 2004.
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Song ThemeLike many Nickelback songs, "Figured You Out" showcases a narrative story revolving around darker elements of life including addiction, with a mix of aggressive, melodic rock instrumentation.
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Controversial LyricsThe song's lyrics have sparked debate, with specific lines like, "I like the freckles on your chest," as they constitute signature Nickelback's unconventional parallelism of romantic and lustful sentiments.
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Commercial SuccessDespite negative reviews from some critics who classified the song as generic post-grunge, "Figured You Out" was exceptionally successful commercially, going on to become one of Nickelback's most successful and recognisable songs.
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Live Performances"Figured You Out" has become a staple at Nickelback's live performances, often featuring audience participation during the song.
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Track Length"Figured You Out" is 3 minutes and 48 seconds long, making it one of the shorter tracks on the "The Long Road".
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Contribution to Band's SuccessThe song, along with others from the album 'The Long Road', significantly contributed to Nickelback's successful transition from the Canadian music scene to the international stage.
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Controversial BandNickelback as a band, which "Figured You Out" is a part of their discography, is known to be one of the most controversial rock bands, often being the subject of internet “hate”, despite their commercial success and large fan base.
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