Kangaroo Court
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There's a dark part of town where the girls get down And I cannot wait for a chance to go Wait for a chance to go I got my bad luck shoes and every excuse to dance these blues away Ain't coming home I ain't coming home Shut up, shut up, shut up Sit up, sit up, sit up, it's a kangaroo court A kangaroo court Shut up, shut up, shut up Sit up, sit up, sit up, it's a kangaroo court A kangaroo court In a dusty room I come to assume That I've been doomed to lose my mind tonight Too weak to fight So I tried to save face then I rest my case The judge pulls me aside says, "C'est la vie" Let your darker side come out to feed Shut up, shut up, shut up Sit up, sit up, sit up, it's a kangaroo court A kangaroo court Shut up, shut up, shut up Sit up, sit up, sit up, it's a kangaroo court A kangaroo court All rise I can't do sexy I commit the crime of wasting time Always trying to rhyme, yes I am guilty Don't misunderstand me I admit defeat, then I move my feet My history will never be repeated I won't ever be repeated Shut up, shut up, shut up Sit up, sit up, sit up, it's a kangaroo court A kangaroo court Shut up, shut up, shut up Sit up, sit up, sit up, it's a kangaroo court A kangaroo court Shut up, shut up, shut up Sit up, sit up, sit up, it's a kangaroo court A kangaroo court Shut up, shut up, shut up Sit up, sit up, sit up, it's a kangaroo court A kangaroo court
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Written by: Ryan Merchant, Sebu Simonian
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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11 facts about this song
Song Release and Album Positioning"Kangaroo Court" is a song by the American indie pop duo Capital Cities. It was released as a single from their debut album, "In a Tidal Wave of Mystery", in 2013.
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Chart PerformanceThe song peaked at number 32 on the Billboard Hot 100 and reached the top 10 on the Alternative Songs chart.
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Music Style"Kangaroo Court" is categorized under the genres Indie Pop, Synthpop, and Indie Electro. It encompasses an energetic blend of electronic beats and catchy pop melodies.
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Song LyricsThe song's lyrics describe a person who feels ostracized and condemned by society, much like a 'kangaroo court', which is a term used to describe a court that ignores recognized standards of law or justice.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Kangaroo Court" is set in a fictional animal kingdom speakeasy and features the band members Ryan Merchant and Sebu Simonian as a zebra and a lion, respectively. The video also includes a guest appearance by actor Darren Criss.
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Awards and NominationsThe music video for "Kangaroo Court" received a nomination for Best Music Video at the 56th Annual Grammy Awards.
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Tour Performance"Kangaroo Court" was included in the setlist for the band's tours and became a crowd favorite due to its energetic music and lyrics.
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RemixThe song was also remixed by several artists including Robert DeLong and Shook.
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Critical ReceptionThe song was generally well received by music critics, complimenting its infectious chorus and catchy, danceable synth lines.
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Commercial Use"Kangaroo Court" was also used in commercials and promotional videos, further accounting for its widespread recognition and popularity.
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Songwriting and ProductionRyan Merchant and Sebu Simonian wrote and produced the song. Both band members contributed to the lyrics and melody, which start off slow and build up to the energetic chorus.
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