Accidents Will Happen
Accidents Will Happen

Elvis Costello & The Attractions - Accidents Will Happen Lyrics

Life's unpredictable twists are the essence of Elvis Costello & The Attractions' lyrical masterpiece. This song delves deep into the chaos of relationships and the inevitability of mistakes. With a backdrop of romance and betrayal, it captures a tangled… Read more

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Accidents Will Happen Music Video

Accidents Will Happen Lyrics

Oh, I just don't know where to begin
Though he says he'll wait forever
It's now or never
But she keeps him hanging on
The silly champion
She says she can't go home
Without a chaperone

Accidents will happen
We only hit and run
He used to be your victim
Now you're not the only one
Accidents will happen
We only hit and run
I don't wanna hear it
'Cause I know what I've done

There's so many fish in the sea
That only rise up in the sweat and smoke like mercury
But they keep you hanging on
They say you're so young
Your mind is made up, but your mouth is undone

Accidents will happen
We only hit and run
He used to be your victim
Now you're not the only one
Accidents will happen
We only hit and run
I don't wanna hear it
'Cause I know what I've done

And it's the damage that we do and never know
It's the words that we don't say that scare me so

There's so many people to see
So many people you can check up on
And add to your collection
But they keep you hanging on
Until you're well hung
Your mouth is made up, but your mind is undone

Accidents will happen
We only hit and run
He used to be your victim
Now you're not the only one
Accidents will happen
We only hit and run
I don't wanna hear it
'Cause I know what I've
I know what I've
I know what I've done

I know, I know, I know, I know
I know, I know, I know, I know
I know, I know, I know, I know
I know, I know, I know, I know
I know, I know, I know, I know
I know, I know

Writer(s): Elvis Costello
Copyright(s): Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
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What is the Meaning of Accidents Will Happen?

Life's unpredictable twists are the essence of Elvis Costello & The Attractions' lyrical masterpiece. This song delves deep into the chaos of relationships and the inevitability of mistakes. With a backdrop of romance and betrayal, it captures a tangled web of emotions where past actions haunt, and unspoken words linger like ghosts. The protagonists find themselves ensnared in a cycle of hurt and reconciliation, where they are both victims and perpetrators. Through candid admissions and poignant reflections, it becomes clear that life's accidents are unavoidable, and we are left to navigate the aftermath with whatever wisdom we can muster. #LifeLessons #UnpredictableLove

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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. When was "Accidents Will Happen" released?

    "Accidents Will Happen" was released in 1979 as the second single from Elvis Costello's album 'Armed Forces'.

  2. What makes the music video for "Accidents Will Happen" notable?

    The music video for "Accidents Will Happen" is widely considered the first fully animated music video. It features cartoon footage of the band, mixed with various 'accidents' and includes the very first computer-generated moving image in a music video.

  3. Who created the animated music video for "Accidents Will Happen"?

    The animated music video was created by Annabel Jankel and Rocky Morton. They used 35mm stills of the band to create the video due to Costello's unavailability for live-action shooting.

  4. What instruments are prominently featured in "Accidents Will Happen"?

    The song prominently features Steve Nieve's keyboard and synthesizer work. Notably, it does not include guitar, focusing instead on a keyboard-centric arrangement inspired partly by ABBA.

  5. What were the B-sides of the "Accidents Will Happen" single?

    The single had two B-sides: "Talking in the Dark" and "Wednesday Week". These songs had previously been given out in 1978 free copies that were distributed by Elvis Costello & the Attractions.

  6. Did "Accidents Will Happen" receive any awards or special recognitions?

    In 2003, the music video for "Accidents Will Happen" was selected for the Museum of Modern Art's 'Golden Oldies of Music Video' exhibition, showcasing its significance in the history of music videos.

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