Boomerang
Barenaked Ladies
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Moving at the speed of sound, you think I’d be slowing down But I’m not losing my momentum There are ways to turn around, so I don’t crash into the ground I wish someone would invent them Despite the pretty dress and curls You don’t throw like other girls You follow through But I come on back, ’cause I know That though you meant to let me go I could always be your boomerang I come on back, you will see That all you said got through to me And I would like to be your boomerang Goin’ down but no one knew, I was losing altitude I should’ve landed and I tried to I never took my eyes off you, but I got dizzy and you threw Me, you were right to But I come on back, ’cause I know That though you meant to let me go I could always be your boomerang I come on back, you will see That all you said got through to me And I would like to be your boomerang I flew apart but they reattached me I’m coming in hot, hope you catch me But I come on back, ’cause I know That though you meant to let me go I could always be your boomerang I come on back, you will see That all you said got through to me And I would like to be your boomerang But I come on back, ’cause I know That though you meant to let me go I could always be your boomerang I come on back, you will see That all you said got through to me And I would like to be your boomerang Yeah, I would like to be your boomerang Let me be your boomerang I would like to be your boomerang
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Written by: ED ROBERTSON, ZACHARY DAVID MALOY
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Release Details"Boomerang" was released as a single by Barenaked Ladies in early 2013, and it was part of their 2013 album "Grinning Streak."
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Creative ProcessAccording to lead singer Ed Robertson, the song was written in the wake of their former member Steven Page's departure, making it a cathartic piece for the band.
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Chart Performance"Boomerang" did not chart in the United States, but it reached number 63 in their home country, Canada.
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Music VideoA unique music video was created for "Boomerang," with Justin Stephenson as the director. The video showcases continuous loops of animations appearing like a colorful comic strip.
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Music StyleThe song is a pop-rock number, a genre the band is mostly known for, with catchy hooks and reflective lyrics.
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LyricsThe lyrics of "Boomerang" represent an unending cycle of emotions initiated by the departure or loss of someone close.
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Critical ReceptionThe song received mixed reviews from critics. Some appreciated its lyrical depth and catchy hooks while others found it a bit repetitive.
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Live PerformancesThe band included "Boomerang" in sets of their concerts around the time of the song's release often creating an interactive experience for the audience.
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Record Label"Boomerang" was released under the Vanguard Records label.
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CollaborationsThe song was co-written by Ed Robertson and Zac Maloy who is known for his work with other bands like Daughtry and Plain White T's.
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