Dare To Be Stupid
"Weird Al" Yankovic Lyrics


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Put down your chainsaw and listen to me
It's time for us to join in the fight
It's time to let your babies grow up to be cowboys
It's time to let the bedbugs bite

You better put all your eggs in one basket
You better count your chickens before they hatch
You better sell some wine before it's time
You better find yourself an itch to scratch

You better squeeze all the Charmin
you can while Mr. Wimpole's not around
Stick your head in the microwave and get yourself a tan

Talk with your mouth full
Bite the hand that feeds you
Bite on more than you chew
What can you do
Dare to be stupid

Take some wooden nickles
Look for Mr. Goodbar
Get your mojo working now
I'll show you how
You can dare to be stupid

You can turn the other cheek
You can just give up the ship
You can eat a bunch of sushi and forget to leave a tip

Dare to be stupid
Come on and dare to be stupid
It's so easy to do
Dare to be stupid
We're all waiting for you
Let's go

It's time to make a mountain out of a molehill
So can I have a volunteer
There's no more time for crying over spilled milk
Now it's time for crying in your beer

Settle down, raise a family, join the P-T-A
Buy some sensible shoes and a Chevrolet
And party 'till you're broke and they drive you away
It's OK, you can dare to be stupid

It's like spitting on a fish
It's like barking up a tree
It's like I said you gotta buy one if you want to get one free

Dare to be stupid (yes)
Why don't you dare to be stupid
It's so easy to do
Dare to be stupid
We're all waiting for you
Dare to be stupid

Burn your candle at both ends
Look a gift horse in the mouth
Mashed potatoes can be your friends

You can be a coffee achiever
You can sit around the house and watch Leave It To Beaver
The future's up to you
So what you gonna do

Dare to be stupid
Dare to be stupid
What did I say
Dare to be stupid
Tell me, what did I say
Dare to be stupid
It's alright
Dare to be stupid
We can be stupid all night
Dare to be stupid
Come on, join the crowd
Dare to be stupid
Shout it out loud
Dare to be stupid
I can't hear you
Dare to be stupid
OK, I can hear you now
Dare to be stupid
Let's go, Dare to be stupid
Dare to be stupid
Dare to be stupid
Dare to be stupid
Dare to be stupid
Dare to be stupid




Dare to be stupid
Dare to be stupid

Overall Meaning

"Weird Al" Yankovic's song "Dare To Be Stupid" is a parody of the Devo song "Whip It" and is intended to be comedic while also delivering a message. The song starts with an emphasis on putting down one's chainsaw and listening to the lyrics instead of mindlessly continuing destructive behavior. The lyrics encourage listeners to take risks and be willing to do stupid things, as it is better to dare to be stupid than to stay in one's comfort zone and settle for being dull and conventional.


The song goes on to present a series of absurd and nonsensical scenarios, such as putting one's head in the microwave to get a tan and eating sushi without tipping. These scenarios are intended to contrast with the conventional wisdom of settling down and raising a family, wearing sensible shoes, and driving a Chevrolet. Yankovic encourages listeners to embrace their inner "cowboy" and take risks, refuse to conform, and dare to be stupid.


Overall, the song is a humorous commentary on societal norms and conformity. It encourages listeners to think for themselves and not be afraid to engage in unconventional behavior. The message is one of empowerment and the importance of taking risks and embracing one's individuality.


Line by Line Meaning

Put down your chainsaw and listen to me
Stop what you're doing and pay attention to what I'm about to say.


It's time for us to join in the fight
We need to unite and work together to achieve a common goal.


It's time to let your babies grow up to be cowboys
Don't discourage your children's dreams, let them pursue their passions.


It's time to let the bedbugs bite
Don't worry about the small, insignificant things in life, let them happen.


You better put all your eggs in one basket
Take risks and focus all of your efforts on one thing to increase your chances of success.


You better count your chickens before they hatch
Be prepared and anticipate potential outcomes before taking action.


You better sell some wine before it's time
Take advantage of opportunities while you still have the chance, don't wait until it's too late.


You better find yourself an itch to scratch
Discover what fulfills you and pursue it wholeheartedly.


You better squeeze all the Charmin you can while Mr. Wimpole's not around
Make the most of opportunities while you have the chance and don't get caught doing it.


Stick your head in the microwave and get yourself a tan
Do something ridiculous or foolish just for the sake of doing it.


Talk with your mouth full
Break the norm and go against expected behavior.


Bite the hand that feeds you
Don't conform to societal expectations and go against those who try to control or limit you.


Bite on more than you chew
Take on challenges that are bigger than what you're used to and push yourself to the limit.


What can you do
Challenge yourself to try new things and think outside the box to achieve success.


Dare to be stupid
Encouragement to not be afraid to do things that may seem foolish or unconventional in order to achieve success.


Take some wooden nickles
Take risks and be willing to lose something small in order to achieve something greater.


Look for Mr. Goodbar
Look for happiness and fulfillment in unexpected places or things.


Get your mojo working now
Find your motivation and use it to achieve success.


I'll show you how
I'll provide guidance and support in achieving success.


You can turn the other cheek
Choose to forgive and let go of grudges in order to move forward.


You can just give up the ship
Choose to quit or give up on something when it's not worth continuing.


You can eat a bunch of sushi and forget to leave a tip
Do things that are unconventional or frowned upon by society without fear of judgement.


Come on and dare to be stupid
Encouragement to take risks and not be afraid of failure or ridicule.


It's time to make a mountain out of a molehill
Take small issues or challenges and blow them out of proportion in order to spark action and attention.


There's no more time for crying over spilled milk
It's time to move past past mistakes and focus on the present and future.


Now it's time for crying in your beer
It's time to let loose and relax after a hard day or week.


Settle down, raise a family, join the P-T-A
Conform to societal expectations and pursue a traditional family life.


Buy some sensible shoes and a Chevrolet
Conform to societal expectations and purchase items that are considered practical and acceptable.


And party 'till you're broke and they drive you away
Enjoy life to the fullest, even if it means going against societal expectations or using up all your resources.


It's like spitting on a fish
Doing something pointless or meaningless.


It's like barking up a tree
Trying to achieve something that is unlikely or impossible to achieve.


It's like I said you gotta buy one if you want to get one free
Sometimes, in order to achieve something or get something for free, you have to make an initial investment.


Burn your candle at both ends
Work hard and play hard, even if it means sacrificing sleep or rest time.


Look a gift horse in the mouth
Be wary of or critical of gifts or good things that come to you, as they may not be as beneficial as they seem.


Mashed potatoes can be your friends
Find joy and happiness in unexpected or simple things in life.


You can be a coffee achiever
Find your motivation and success in tangible, everyday things.


You can sit around the house and watch Leave It To Beaver
Find joy and comfort in simple, mundane activities and entertainment.


The future's up to you
Take control of your life and future by making your own decisions and taking responsibility for your actions.


So what you gonna do
What actions will you take to achieve your goals and aspirations?


Shout it out loud
Express yourself and your ideas loudly and boldly, without fear or hesitation.


I can't hear you
Encouragement to speak up and express yourself more forcefully.


OK, I can hear you now
Acknowledgement of your voice and opinion, and willingness to listen.


We can be stupid all night
Continue to take risks, be unconventional, and enjoy the moment without fear of judgement or ridicule.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: AL YANKOVIC

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LYRICS:
Put down that chainsaw and listen to me
It's time for us to join in the fight
It's time to let your babies grow up to be cowboys
It's time to let the bedbugs bite
You better put all your eggs in one basket
You better count your chickens before they hatch
You better sell some wine before it's time
You better find yourself an itch to scratch
You better squeeze all the Charmin you can
While Mr. Wipple's not around
Stick your head in the microwave and get yourself a tan
Talk with your mouth full
Bite the hand that feeds you
Bite off more than you chew
What can you do?
Dare to be stupid
Take some wooden nickels
Look for Mr. Goodbar
Get your mojo working now
I'll show you how
You can dare to be stupid
You can turn the other cheek
You can just give up the ship
You can eat a bunch of sushi then forget to leave a tip
Dare to be stupid
Come on and dare to be stupid
It's so easy to do
Dare to be stupid
We're all waiting for you
Let's go
It's time to make a mountain out of a molehill
So can I have a volunteer?
There's no more time for crying over spilled milk
Now it's time for crying in your beer
Settle down, raise a family, join the PTA
Buy some sensible shoes and a Chevrolet
And party 'til you're broke and they drive you away
It's okay, you can dare to be stupid
It's like spitting on a fish
It's like barking up a tree
It's like I said you gotta buy one if you wanna get one free
Dare to be stupid
(Yes)
Why don't you dare to be stupid?
It's so easy to do
Dare to be stupid
We're all waiting for you
Dare to be stupid
Burn your candle at both ends
Look a gift horse in the mouth
Mashed potatoes can be your friends
You can be a coffee achiever
You can sit around the house and watch "Leave It To Beaver"
The future's up to you
So what you gonna do?
Dare to be stupid, dare to be stupid
What did I say?
Dare to be stupid
Tell me, what did I say?
Dare to be stupid
It's alright
Dare to be stupid
We can be stupid all night
Dare to be stupid
Come on, join the crowd
Dare to be stupid
Shout it out loud
Dare to be stupid
I can't hear you
Dare to be stupid
Okay, I can hear you now
Dare to be stupid
Let's go, dare to be stupid
Dare to be stupid
Dare to be stupid
Dare to be stupid
Dare to be stupid
Dare to be stupid
Dare to be stupid
Dare to be stupid



All comments from YouTube:

@GroovingPict

Knowledge is knowing Dare To Be Stupid is not a Devo song... Wisdom is knowing Dare To Be Stupid is one of the top 5 best Devo songs ever made

@jacobdreilinger2508

Austin Powers top 5 Bond movie

@mattlufcy1254

best comment, right here.

@sethraelthebard5459

This comment is remarkably profound...

@mreel6823

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@Goluckyfriday

@Mr eel he maent to do that I tink

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@chasen47

“Put down that chainsaw and listen to me” is one of the all time great opening lines.

@cthulhusol

Indeed, it shows you are in for a treat

@TheInkPitOx

When I first saw the Weird Al bio 20 years ago on a nostalgia website I had no idea what the quote meant.

@canadiansoviet

"You can have sushi and forget to tip."

Even though it's customary in a Japanese Sushi restaurant to NEVER TIP.

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