Runner Ups
Runner Ups

Kurt Vile - Runner Ups Lyrics

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Mar 7, 2011
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Runner Ups Music Video

Runner Ups Lyrics

One, two, three, four

Hey, old man, how many times we gotta tell ya
We don't want none, but where you been so long?
Hey, girl, come on over
That'll be just fine

If it ain't workin', take a whiz on the world
An entire nation drinkin' from a dirty cup
My best friend's long gone, but I got runner ups, yeah

When I'm walkin' my head is practically draggin'
Yeah, and all I ever see is just a whole lotta dirt
My whole life's been one long running gag
Two packs of red apples for the long ride home
Well, you know, baby

Sick of walkin' so you took a wrong way train
Then you sat down and couldn't get up
My best friend's long gone, but I got runner ups, yeah
My best friend's long gone, but I got runner ups

I don't know if it's real, but it's how I feel
Don't know if you really came, but I feel dumb in askin'
You should've been an actress, you so domineering
Take two white gold earrings for your troubles now

When it's looking dark, punch the future in the face
Instead of standing, I'm running around
The sharpest tool in school don't even know what's up
My best friend's long gone, but I got runner ups, yeah

Writer(s): Kurt Samuel Vile
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Hipgnosis Songs Group
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who wrote the lyrics to 'Runner Ups' by Kurt Vile?

    The lyrics to 'Runner Ups' were written by Kurt Vile.

  2. What is the name of Kurt Vile's backing band featured on 'Runner Ups'?

    Kurt Vile's backing band featured on 'Runner Ups' is called the Violators.

  3. On which album is 'Runner Ups' featured?

    'Runner Ups' is featured on Kurt Vile's fourth studio album, Smoke Ring for My Halo, which was released on March 8, 2011.

  4. Was 'Runner Ups' released as a single or as part of an album?

    'Runner Ups' was released as part of the album Smoke Ring for My Halo.

  5. How was the lyrical content of 'Smoke Ring for My Halo' described by Kurt Vile?

    Kurt Vile described the lyrical content of 'Smoke Ring for My Halo' as a reflection of thoughts you have late at night when nobody is around, more of a feeling than a statement, capturing a general wandering feeling.

  6. What was the critical reception of the album 'Smoke Ring for My Halo'?

    The album 'Smoke Ring for My Halo' was released to critical acclaim. Mojo ranked it No. 12 on its 'Top 50 albums of 2011' list, Uncut placed it at number 14, and Pitchfork ranked it number 16.

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