A.K.A. I-D-I-O-T

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A. K. A. I-D-I-O-T is an EP by Swedish band The Hives, released in 1998. The song "A. K. A. I-D-I-O-T" was first released as the second track on The Hives' first album, Barely Legal. It was released again on the compilation Your New Favourite Band, though not in its entirety, along with "Outsmarted", "Untutored Youth" and "Mad Man". "Numbers" is a cover of The Adicts' song from the album Songs of Praise and appeared only on the American pressing of the EP.


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1997
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You laugh at me and call me I-D-I-O-T. 
You laugh and turn your back cause I'm not like you're supposed
 to be. 
But it's not a question - a question of low iq. 
Cause if it was well then the answer wouldn't be me but you. 
A.K.A I-D-I-O-T, don't know who the hell 
I'm supposed to be I-D-I-O-T (A.K.A. I-D-I-O-T!) A.K.A I-D-I-O-T, yeah that's me I-D-I-O-T. (A.K.A. I-D-I-O-T!)
 
I put with being laughed at cause I put up with being me. 
And then on artificial someone says I'm the I-D-I-O-T. 
But I got motivation yeah I pretty much love it all. 
To make your artificial nation stumble and fall.

A.K.A I-D-I-O-T, don't know who the hell 
I'm supposed to be I-D-I-O-T (A.K.A. I-D-I-O-T!) A.K.A I-D-I-O-T, yeah that's me I-D-I-O-T. (A.K.A. I-D-I-O-T!)
 
I know that I'm a screw up. 
I know I'm in a band. 
I know that I am up against a mighty mighty man. 
But I'm satisfied with being, being one of the lucky few. 
Who'll be the ones laughing knowing that the joke is gonna be on you.

A.K.A I-D-I-O-T, don't know who the hell 
I'm supposed to be I-D-I-O-T (A.K.A. I-D-I-O-T!) A.K.A I-D-I-O-T, yeah that's me I-D-I-O-T. (A.K.A. I-D-I-O-T!)

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The Hives

The Hives are a Swedish garage rock band that first garnered attention in the early 2000s as a prominent group of the garage rock revival. Their mainstream success came with the release of the album Veni Vidi Vicious, featuring their most well-known song "Hate to Say I Told You So". more »

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Written by: RANDY FITZSIMMONS

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Song Origins
"A.K.A. I-D.I-O-T." is a song by the Swedish rock band The Hives, which was initially formed in Fagersta, Sweden, in 1993.
Album Appearance
The song is from their debut extended play (EP) also titled "A.K.A. I-D-I-O-T", which was released in 1998.
Music Genre
The song, like many of The Hives' earlier songs, is heavily influenced by the Garage rock 'n' roll and punk genres.
Lead Singer
The iconic vocals on "A.K.A. I-D-I-O-T" were performed by Pelle Almqvist, who is known for his high-energy performances.
Songwriter Credits
The song was written by members of The Hives including Randy Fitzsimmons, who is credited for writing most of The Hives' songs but remains a somewhat enigmatic figure.
Legacy
"A.K.A. I-D-I-O-T" is one of The Hives' defining tracks and contributed to their international recognition, helping to spark a revival in garage rock in the early 2000s.
Record Label
The extended play (EP) that features this song was originally released by Burning Heart Records, a Swedish independent record label, and later re-released by Gearhead Records in the United States in 2002.
Cover Versions
In 2004, the band Horrorpops covered "A.K.A. I-D-I-O-T" for a Burning Heart Records compilation album.
Music Video
The official music video for "A.K.A. I-D.I-O-T" is shot in black and white and showcases the band's raw energy and distinctive style.
Narrative Voice
The song is noted for its self-deprecating lyrics and sarcastic tone, which became a recurring theme in many of The Hives' songs.

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