Alcohol
Alcohol

Barenaked Ladies - Alcohol Lyrics

Alternative
Jul 7, 1998
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Alcohol Music Video

Alcohol Lyrics

Alcohol, my permanent accessory
Alcohol, a party-time necessity
Alcohol, alternative to feeling like yourself
Oh alcohol, I still drink to your health

I love you more than I did the week before
I discovered alcohol
(That's what I'm talkin 'bout)

Forget the cafe latte
Screw the raspberry iced tea
A Malibu and Coke for you, a G and T for me
Alcohol, your songs resolve like
My life never will
When someone else is picking up the bill

I love you more than I did the week before
I discovered alcohol
Oh alcohol, would you please forgive me?
For while I cannot love myself
I'll use something else

I thought that alcohol was just for those with
Nothing else to do
I thought that drinking just to get drunk
Was a waste of precious booze
But now I know that there's a time
And there's a place where I can choose
To walk the fine line between
Self-control and self-abuse

I love you more than I did the week before
I discovered alcohol

Would you please ignore that you
Found me on the floor
Trying on your camisole?
Oh alcohol, would you please forgive me?
For while I cannot love myself
I'll use something else

Would you please forgive me?
Would you please forgive me?

Writer(s): Stephen Duffy, Stephen Page
Copyright(s): Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who wrote the lyrics for 'Alcohol' by Barenaked Ladies?

    The lyrics for 'Alcohol' were written by Stephen Duffy and Steven Page, who was a member of Barenaked Ladies when the song was released.

  2. Which album features the song 'Alcohol' by Barenaked Ladies?

    'Alcohol' is a track from Barenaked Ladies' fourth studio album, 'Stunt.' The album was released in 1998 and is one of their most successful works.

  3. What genre does 'Alcohol' by Barenaked Ladies belong to?

    The song 'Alcohol' falls under the genre of alternative rock. Barenaked Ladies are known for incorporating various styles, including pop, rock, and comedic elements, into their music.

  4. Did 'Alcohol' achieve commercial success as a single?

    While 'Alcohol' was not as commercially successful as the lead single 'One Week,' it was a notable track from the 'Stunt' album and contributed to the album's overall success. 'Stunt' sold over 4 million copies and helped Barenaked Ladies gain significant recognition.

  5. Who was the new band member featured on the 'Stunt' album?

    The 'Stunt' album was the first to feature Kevin Hearn as a member of Barenaked Ladies. He joined the band as a keyboardist and guitarist, replacing Andy Creeggan, and his contribution was a significant addition to the album's sound.

  6. What are some themes addressed in the song 'Alcohol'?

    The lyrics of 'Alcohol' touch on themes of reliance on alcohol as a coping mechanism and the complexities of using it as a substitute for self-love and emotional fulfillment. The song balances humor and introspection to explore these themes.

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