A.K.A. I-D-I-O-T
The Hives
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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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Written by: RANDY FITZSIMMONS
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10 facts about this song
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.
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Album AppearanceThe song is from their debut extended play (EP) also titled "A.K.A. I-D-I-O-T", which was released in 1998.
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Music GenreThe song, like many of The Hives' earlier songs, is heavily influenced by the Garage rock 'n' roll and punk genres.
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Lead SingerThe iconic vocals on "A.K.A. I-D-I-O-T" were performed by Pelle Almqvist, who is known for his high-energy performances.
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Songwriter CreditsThe 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.
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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.
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Record LabelThe 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.
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Cover VersionsIn 2004, the band Horrorpops covered "A.K.A. I-D-I-O-T" for a Burning Heart Records compilation album.
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Music VideoThe 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.
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Narrative VoiceThe 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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