Karaoke Queen
Catatonia
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Ooh sha la la la la la la Ooh sha la la la la la la Tedium is overcome From obscurity, through melody And when I'm blind it helps me See through your key No one can touch, no need to rush Presented by my alibi When I'm down it brings me round so easily At eight o'clock I take my leave And when I'm done and dusted, tonight I'm gonna be I'll be a karaoke queen, it's not me you see I'm gonna take you down to a place I know you'd rather be It's just a 3 minute song, it doesn't last very long But it'll take you take you to a place, I know you'd rather be Hey you can dance, Ooh sha la la la la la la Ooh sha la la la la la la Common sense has excuses, recklessness, it's uses But don't go fusing silence with charisma At nine o'clock you can count on me That when I'm up I'm ready, tonight I'm gonna be I'll be a karaoke queen, it's not me you see I'm gonna take you down to a place I know you'd rather be It's just a 3 minute song, it doesn't last very long But it'll take you take you to a place, I know you'd rather be Where you can dance Ooh sha la la la la la la Ooh sha la la la la la la I'm doomed to fail, the stage gives way It's an apostrophe to my legacy But though I'm bruised, I'll happily do it all again At 10 O'clock don't wait up for me 'cause when I'm up I'm ready Tonight I'm gonna be...Matthew! I'll be a karaoke queen, it's not me you see I'm gonna take you down to a place I know you'd rather be It's just a 3 minute song, it doesn't last very long But it'll take you take you to a place, I know you'd rather be And you can dance if you want to Show appreciation But step up the mic for the full sensation And you can dance And you can dance And you can dance And you can ooh la la la ooh sha la la la
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Written by: JONES, MATTHEWS, POWELL, RICHARDS, ROBERTS
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Karaoke Queen" is a rock/pop song by the Welsh alternative rock band Catatonia.
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Album DetailsThe song is part of the band's third studio album "Equally Cursed and Blessed" which was released in 1999.
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Chart PerformanceThough the album peaked at number 1 on the UK Albums Chart, "Karaoke Queen" wasn't released as a single and therefore did not chart individually.
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SongwriterThe song, like many of Catatonia's tracks, was co-written by vocalist Cerys Matthews and guitarist Mark Roberts.
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InfluencesThe song embodies Catatonia's unique blend of rock, pop and alternative sounds. Cerys Matthews has noted in interviews that the band was influenced by multiple musical genres, leading to their eclectic sound.
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LongevityDespite not being a standout track on the album, "Karaoke Queen" has stood the test of time in the eyes of fans. Many still consider it a staple of the band's discography and a testament to their creativity.
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LyricsThe song deals with themes of individuality, self-confidence, and the thrill of performing live music.
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Live Performances"Karaoke Queen", like most of Catatonia's tracks, often featured in the band's setlists during live performances.
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Following Break UpAfter the band's break up in 2001, lead vocalist Cerys Matthews went on to have a successful solo career, but it's unclear whether or not "Karaoke Queen" featured in her solo performances.
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Welsh RootsDespite its English lyrics, "Karaoke Queen", like many Catatonia songs, has a distinctly Welsh feel. The band hailed from Wales and often incorporated Welsh culture and influences into their work.
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