Chaise Longue
WET LEG Lyrics
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I went to school and I got a degree
All my friends call it "the big D"
I went to school and I got the big D
I got the big D
I got the big D
I got the big D
I went to school and I got the big D
Is your muffin buttered?
Would you like us to assign someone to butter your muffin?
Excuse me (what?)
Excuse me (what?)
Hey you, over there
On the chaise longue in your underwear
What are you doing sitting down?
You should be horizontal now
On the chaise longue, on the chaise longue, on the chaise longue
All day long, on the chaise longue
On the chaise longue, on the chaise longue, on the chaise longue
All day long, on the chaise longue
Is your mother worried?
Would you like us to assign someone to worry your mother?
Excuse me (what?)
Excuse me (what?)
Hey you, in the front row
Are you coming backstage after the show?
Because I've got a chaise longue in my dressing room
And a pack of warm beer that we can consume
On the chaise longue, on the chaise longue, on the chaise longue
All day long, on the chaise longue
On the chaise longue, on the chaise longue, on the chaise longue
All day long, on the chaise longue
On the chaise longue, on the chaise longue, on the chaise longue
All day long, on the chaise longue
On the chaise longue, on the chaise longue, on the chaise longue
All day long, on the chaise longue
On the chaise longue, on the chaise longue, on the chaise longue
All day long, on the chaise longue
On the chaise longue, on the chaise longue, on the chaise longue
All day long, on the chaise longue
On the chaise longue, on the chaise longue, on the chaise longue
All day long, on the chaise longue
On the chaise longue, on the chaise longue, on the chaise longue
All day long, on the chaise longue
All day long, all day long, on the chaise longue
All day long, all day long, on the chaise longue
All day long, all day long, on the chaise longue
On the chaise longue, all day long, on the chaise longue
The lyrics to WET LEG's song Chaise Longue has been interpreted in different ways by different listeners, but it seems to be discussing themes around laziness, drink, and hedonism. The first verse, "Mommy, daddy, look at me, I went to school, and I got a degree, all my friends call it 'the big D,' I went to school, and I got the big D" can be perceived as sarcastic. The phrase "the big D" could be referring to an alleged college degree but could also be a double entendre for a slang word for "dick." The chorus "On the chaise longue, on the chaise longue, on the chaise longue, all day long, on the chaise longue" repeats several times, emphasizing the idleness of the individual (or individuals) lounging all day.
The next verse, "Is your muffin buttered? Would you like us to assign someone to butter your muffin? Excuse me (what?), excuse me (what?), Hey you, over there, on the chaise longue in your underwear, what are you doing sitting down? You should be horizontal now" introduces a seemingly disconnected dialogue about muffins and buttering them while at the same time mocking the individual lounging on the chaise longue since they should not be seated but lying flat. The repetitive questions of "excuse me?" and "Hey, you?" may suggest the voice of an authority figure or someone questioning this lifestyle.
The final verse, "Is your mother worried? Would you like us to assign someone to worry your mother? Excuse me (what?), excuse me (what?), Hey you, in the front row, are you coming backstage after the show? Because I've got a chaise longue in my dressing room, and a pack of warm beer that we can consume" continues with the downplayed mocking tone of the song. The phrase "Is your mother worried" further emphasizes an authoritative figure, probably a parent or authority figure, who would be worried about the idleness of another. The invitation at the end of the song that "I've got a chaise longue in my dressing room, and a pack of warm beer that we can consume" could be either sincere or sarcastic, but may suggest that indulging in alcohol and idleness is prevalent in the setting.
Line by Line Meaning
Mommy, daddy, look at me
The singer is drawing attention to themselves, likely wanting approval or validation from their parents.
I went to school and I got a degree
The singer is boasting about their educational achievements.
All my friends call it "the big D"
The singer's friends refer to their degree as "the big D," possibly implying that it is prestigious or impressive.
I went to school and I got the big D
The artist reiterates their previous statement about obtaining a degree.
I got the big D
The artist boasts again about their accomplishment.
Excuse me (what?)
The singer is calling for attention or trying to get someone's focus.
Hey you, over there
The singer is addressing someone who is not nearby or who they do not know well.
On the chaise longue in your underwear
The person being addressed is lounging in their underwear on a chaise longue, which may be considered a leisurely or decadent activity.
What are you doing sitting down?
The artist is questioning the person's choice to relax instead of being active or productive.
You should be horizontal now
The artist is suggesting that the person should be lying down, possibly in a more restful or comfortable position.
Is your mother worried?
The singer is asking if the person has a worried mother, perhaps implying that they are not being responsible or productive enough.
Would you like us to assign someone to worry your mother?
The artist is being sarcastic or poking fun at the idea of someone else being responsible for worrying about the person's mother.
Hey you, in the front row
The singer is addressing someone who is attending a show, possibly a concert or performance.
Are you coming backstage after the show?
The singer is inviting the person to join them backstage after the event has ended.
Because I've got a chaise longue in my dressing room
The singer has a chaise longue in their dressing room, which may suggest that they are a performer or celebrity of some kind.
And a pack of warm beer that we can consume
The artist has warm beer that they and the other person can drink together in their dressing room.
All day long, on the chaise longue
The artist spends an extended period lounging on a chaise longue, which may suggest a lack of productivity or ambition.
All day long, all day long, on the chaise longue
The singer continues to emphasize the amount of time they spend lounging.
Lyrics © DOMINO PUBLISHING COMPANY
Written by: Hester Louise Chambers, Rhian Louise Teasdale
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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@riccarson
I was jamming to it today.
@Xcro216
Heard this Song for the first time today and I fell in love with your swagger 😎❤️🔥
@johnathandavis3693
This song came up in my Amazon feed in my car today, so I came here this evening. This vibe is so cool -and familiar, but new. I love it. I'm 60 -thanks🤗
@mikemclain2998
@@johnathandavis3693 I'm 59 and 3/4, listening to this for the first time. It won't be the last.
@johnathandavis3693
@@mikemclain2998 A lot of folks our age complain that there isn't any good new music. They just aren't looking in the right places. Top 40 radio does suck.
@xaveruth
I'm 106 and this reminds me of hot days in the summer of 1908 spent on my chaise longue buttering a muffin. The kids are going to be all right.
@JoshPlumridge
In 1908 you would have been at least 112. And also a baby.
@xaveruth
@@JoshPlumridge don't tell me how old i am, you whipper snapper
@tommyarmour986
106? Would you like us to assign someone to butter your muffin?