Not the Same
Not the Same

Ben Folds - Not the Same Lyrics

Rock
Sep 11, 2001
145
Not the Same Music Video

Not the Same Lyrics

You took a trip and climbed a tree
At Robert Sledge's party
And there you stayed 'till morning came
And you were not the same after that

You gave your life to Jesus Christ
And after all your friends went home
You came down, you looked around
And you were not the same after that

You were not the same after that
You were not the same after that

You see 'em drop like flies from the bright sunny skies
They come knocking at your door with this look in their eyes
You've got one good trick and you're hanging on you're hanging on...
To it

You took the word and made it heard
And eased the people's pain and for that
You were idolized, immortalized
And you were not the same after that

Walking tall, you'd bought it all
And you were not the same after that
Till someone died on the water slide
And you were not the same after that

You see 'em drop like flies from the bright sunny skies
They come knocking at your door with this look in their eyes
You've got one good trick and you're hanging on you're hanging on to it

(ooh ooh ooh ooh)
(You were not the same!)
(ooh ooh ooh ooh)

You see 'em drop like flies from the bright sunny skies
They come knocking at your door with this look in their eyes
You've got one good trick and you're hanging on
you're hanging on:

You're hanging on
You're hanging on

Writer(s): BEN FOLDS, BENJAMIN SCOTT FOLDS
Copyright(s): Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. What is the inspiration behind 'Not the Same' by Ben Folds?

    'Not the Same' is based on a true story about a guy who took acid at a party, climbed a tree, and came down the next morning as a born-again Christian. This transformation is a central theme of the song.

  2. Who is Robert Sledge mentioned in the lyrics?

    Robert Sledge is a member of the band Ben Folds Five. The lyrics mention a party at his place where the protagonist experienced a significant transformation.

  3. What genre does 'Not the Same' belong to?

    'Not the Same' belongs to the alternative rock genre, characterized by Ben Folds' distinctive piano-driven style.

  4. Has Ben Folds discussed the song 'Not the Same' in interviews?

    Yes, Ben Folds has discussed 'Not the Same' in various interviews, explaining the true story behind the song's lyrics and the protagonist's life-changing experience.

  5. Are there other notable songs from Ben Folds with interesting backstories?

    Yes, another notable song with an interesting backstory is 'Brick,' which deals with the personal experience of Ben Folds and his high school girlfriend going through an abortion.

  6. Does 'Not the Same' appear on any particular album by Ben Folds?

    'Not the Same' is featured on the Ben Folds album titled 'Rockin' the Suburbs,' released in 2001.

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