The Denial Twist

The White Stripes

About The Denial Twist

"The Denial Twist" is the third single released from American alternative rock band The White Stripes' 2005 album, Get Behind Me Satan.


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2005
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If you think that a kiss is all in the lips
C'mon, you got it all wrong, man
And if you think that our dance was all in the hips
Oh well, then do the twist
If you think holding hands is all in the fingers
Grab hold of the soul where the memory lingers and
Make sure to never do it with the fingers
'Cause I'll tell everyone in the world

But he was thinking about the girl
Ya, but he's thinking about the girl, oh

A lot of people get confused and they bruise
Real easy when it comes to love
They start putting on their shoes and walking out
And singing "boy, I think I had enough"

Just because she makes you feel wrong
She don't mean to be mean or hurt you on purpose, boy
Take a tip and do yourself a little service
Take a mountain turn it into a mole

Just by playing a different role
Ya, by playing a different role, oh

The boat ya you know she's rockin' it
And the truth well ya know there's no stoppin' it

The boat ya you know she's still rockin' it
The truth well you know there's no stoppin' it

So what, somebody left you in a rut
And wants to be the one who's in control
But the feeling that you're under can really make you wonder
How the hell she can be so cold

So now you're mad, denying the truth
And it's getting in the wisdom in the back of your tooth
Ya need ta spit it out, in a telephone booth
While ya call everyone that you know, and ask 'em

Where do you think she goes
Oh ya, where d'ya suppose she goes, oh

The truth well you know there's no stoppin' it
And the boat well ya know she's still rockin' it

The boat ya you know she's still rockin' it
And the truth ya you know there's no stoppin' it

You recognize with your back in the back?
That it's colder when she rocks the boat
But it's the cause hittin' on the Cardinal Laws?
'Bout the proper place to hang her coat

So to you, the truth is still hidden
And the soul plays the role of a lost little kitten but
You should know that the dark is one kitten?
She's been singing it all along

But you were hearin' a different song
Ya you were hearin' a different song
But you were hearin' a different song

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The White Stripes

The White Stripes was an American rock duo, formed in 1997 in Detroit, Michigan. The group consisted of drummer Meg White (drums and occasional vocals) and songwriter Jack White (vocals, guitar, and keyboards). Meg and Jack White were previously married to each other, but are now divorced. After releasing several singles and three albums within the Detroit music scene, the White Stripes rose to prominence in 2002, as part of the garage rock revival scene. Their successful and critically acclaimed albums White Blood Cells and Elephant drew them attention from a large variety of media outlets in the United States and the United Kingdom, with the single "Seven Nation Army" and its now-iconic guitar riff becoming a huge hit. The band recorded a further two albums… more »

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Written by: JACK WHITE

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10 facts about this song

Band Biography
"The Denial Twist" is a song by The White Stripes, an American rock duo formed in 1997 in Detroit, Michigan. The band members were songwriter Jack White (vocals, guitar, piano, mandolin) and his ex-wife Meg White (drums, vocals).
Album History
The song features in the band's sixth album titled "Get Behind Me Satan", which was released in 2005.
Music Video
The music video of "The Denial Twist" is directed by renowned director Michel Gondry, who had previously directed videos for Björk, Daft Punk, and Radiohead. Famous TV host Conan O'Brien also makes an appearance in the music video.
Chart Performance
"The Denial Twist" was successful in terms of chart performance. It reached number 7 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart in 2005.
Unique Instrumentation
One unique aspect of the song is its integration of piano into its instrumentation, an instrument not typically associated with the band's older, primarily guitar-driven, work.
Song Theme
The lyrics of "The Denial Twist" are thought to deal with relationship complications, miscommunication, and distorted truths, which have been consistent themes in much of The White Stripes' music.
Song Style
The song is also known for its melancholic tone and Jack White's unique vocal delivery which have made it one of the band's more memorable tracks.
Critical Reception
The song received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its catchy hook and emotive lyrics.
Grammy Awards
The album "Get Behind Me Satan", which includes "The Denial Twist", won the Grammy Award for Best Alternative Music Album in 2006.
Live Performances
"The Denial Twist" became a staple of live performances of The White Stripes until the band's dissolution in 2011.

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