In addition to recording his albums, Yankovic has written and starred in his own film, UHF, and his own television show, The Weird Al Show, and directed music videos for himself and other artists including Ben Folds, Hanson, the Black Crowes and The Presidents of the United States of America. He has also made guest appearances on many television shows, in addition to starring in his own Al TV specials.
Though parodies earned him his fame, Yankovic has recorded a greater number of humorous songs with original tunes. Some of these pieces are pastiches (or style parodies), where he chooses a band's entire body of work to emulate rather than any single hit, although Yankovic has many completely original pieces. Most of his albums include a medley which juxtaposes the choruses of various songs in a polka style to accordion music.
Due to his popularity, he has been credited with several songs that are not actually his. A full list of every song he has ever actually done, including the live-only songs, can be found at the Al Songs website. Similarly, a comprehensive list of songs incorrectly credited to him can be found at The Not Al Page.
In 2006, Al recorded the song "You're Pitiful". However, while James Blunt gave his blessing for the parody of his song, "You're Beautiful", Blunt's label Atlantic Records was opposed to it. Though parodies are protected legally, the issue had become "more of a political matter than a legal matter", according to Al, so he decided to not put the song on his next album. Instead, he offered it as a free download from his site.
His latest album, "Straight Outta Lynwood", was released September 26th, 2006. Its first released single, "Don't Download This Song", was made available as a free download on August 21, 2006. The animated video for the track and a link to downloadable MP3 is available at dontdownloadthissong.com. Among other tracks, the album includes parodies of Green Day, Usher, R. Kelly, and Chamillionaire. Chamillionaire's "Ridin' Dirty" is parodied as "White and Nerdy", the second released single from the new album. This single has thus far climbed as far as #9 on the Billboard Singles chart, eclipsing "Eat It" as Al's highest charting single (which went as high as #12).
Official Website: http://www.weirdal.com
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I Was Only Kidding
"Weird Al" Yankovic Lyrics
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When I promised I'd be true
When I swore that I could never
Be with anyone but you
When I told you that I loved you
With those tender words I spoke
I was only kidding
Now, can't you take a joke?
When I said that I need you, baby
When I told you that I really care
When I said that I can't live without you
When I said I'd follow you anywhere
When I said you could always trust me
When I said I'd never leave you flat
Well, guess what? I was only kidding, baby
I can't believe you fell for that! You're so gullible
(I was only kidding) I was only kidding
(I was only kidding) You thought that was for real?
I was only kidding
Now I'm sorry if you misunderstood, but the fact remains
(I was only kidding) I was only kidding
(I was only kidding) Baby, baby, I was
(I was) only kidding
Well, I guess I got you pretty good, now listen
When I said that I love you, baby
From the very bottom of my heart
When I said that I miss you so badly
Every second we're apart
When I swore that you're just getting more and more
Beautiful every day
Well, I was only kidding, honey
What's the matter with you anyway? Let me tell you something
(I was only kidding) I was only kidding
(I was only kidding) You understand, don't ya?
I was only kidding
Well, I guess it probably hurts you a lot, but you gotta know
(I was only kidding) I was only kidding
(I was only kidding) Come on now, get a clue
I was only kidding
I really love you, not!
When I said you ought a marry
When I said that we should settle down
Well, I was pullin' your leg there, honey
I was just foolin' around
You see, I, I never meant to upset you, darlin'
I never meant to hurt anyone
I was only kidding, baby
Why don't you just put down that gun?
Let's talk this over
(I was only kidding) I was only kidding
(I was only kidding) Watch where you're pointing that thing
(I was only kidding)
Hey, I'm sorry if your heart is broke, you gotta realize
(I was only kidding) I was only kidding
(I was only kidding) Aw, yeah
I was only kidding
Now, honey, can't you take a joke?
(I was only kidding) I was only kidding
(I was only kidding) I was only kidding
(I was only kidding) I was only kidding
(I was only kidding) I was only kidding
(I was only kidding) I didn't lie to you
I was only kidding... Yes indeed
(I was only kidding) Baby, baby, you know
(I was only kidding) Hey!
The song "I Was Only Kidding" by "Weird Al" Yankovic is a humorous take on the common excuses used by people who cheat on their partners or say false things to gain the affection of the other person. The song presents the singer as an untrustworthy person who lies blatantly to their love interest. They make promises of love, loyalty, and devotion, but in reality, they are only joking or pulling their leg. Throughout the song, the character tries to convince their beloved that they were only joking and that they should take it as a joke.
The song highlights the theme of deception, and the singer tries to justify their lying behavior by stating that they were only kidding. The phrase "I was only kidding" is repeated several times throughout the song, highlighting the character's lack of sincerity and trustworthiness. The tone of the song is comedic, and the lyrics use irony and sarcasm to make light of the situation. The song presents a critique of the societal norm of leading people on and then leaving them heartbroken.
Line by Line Meaning
When I said that I'd be faithful
When I made a promise to never cheat on you
When I promised I'd be true
When I promised to always be honest
When I swore that I could never
When I swore that you were the only one for me
Be with anyone but you
And that I would never leave you
When I told you that I loved you
When I told you that I had strong feelings for you
With those tender words I spoke
And expressed my love in a gentle way
I was only kidding
But I was lying the whole time, just joking around. Sorry if you believed me.
Now, can't you take a joke?
I didn't mean to hurt you, can't you just laugh it off?
When I said that I need you, baby
When I pretended to be dependent on you emotionally
When I told you that I really care
When I acted like I had deep feelings for you
When I said that I can't live without you
When I claimed that you were my life
When I said I'd follow you anywhere
When I said I would always be there for you
When I said you could always trust me
When I promised to always be trustworthy
When I said I'd never leave you flat
When I reassured you that I wouldn't abandon you
Well, guess what? I was only kidding, baby
But actually, I was lying the whole time. You shouldn't have believed me.
I can't believe you fell for that!
You're so naive and easily tricked!
(I was only kidding) I was only kidding
Just in case you forgot, I want to remind you I wasn't being honest.
(I was only kidding) You thought that was for real?
I can't believe you actually believed me.
Now I'm sorry if you misunderstood, but the fact remains
I apologize if you misinterpreted my lies, but the truth is...
(I was only kidding) Baby, baby, I was
I was just joking around, but why am I still calling you 'baby'?
(I was) only kidding
I was totally lying, just joking!
Well, I guess I got you pretty good, now listen
I succeeded in fooling you, let me tell you more lies.
When I said that I love you, baby
When I pretended to be in love with you
From the very bottom of my heart
With the deepest sincerity
When I said that I miss you so badly
When I acted like I couldn't live without you
Every second we're apart
When we're not physically together
When I swore that you're just getting more and more
When I claimed that you were getting more and more
Beautiful every day
Beautiful and radiant all the time
Well, I was only kidding, honey
But it was all a lie, sorry.
What's the matter with you anyway? Let me tell you something
Why are you so upset? Let me patronizingly speak to you now.
(I was only kidding) You understand, don't ya?
You get that it was all just a joke, right?
Well, I guess it probably hurts you a lot, but you gotta know
I know this must be painful for you, but still...
(I was only kidding) Come on now, get a clue
Seriously, how did you not see that I was just playing around?
I really love you, not!
In reality, I don't actually love you at all.
When I said you ought a marry
When I suggested we get married
When I said that we should settle down
When I acted like we should build a life together
Well, I was pullin' your leg there, honey
It was a joke, I was kidding around.
I was just foolin' around
I was just playing around and didn't mean anything serious.
You see, I, I never meant to upset you, darlin'
I didn't mean to hurt you or cause any problems, sweetie.
I never meant to hurt anyone
I didn't have any intention of causing harm.
Why don't you just put down that gun?
Please don't point a gun at me! Let's talk instead.
Let's talk this over
Let's have a rational discussion to clear the air.
(I was only kidding) Watch where you're pointing that thing
Please be careful and don't accidentally shoot someone.
Hey, I'm sorry if your heart is broke, you gotta realize
I apologize if I hurt your feelings, but you need to understand...
(I was only kidding) Aw, yeah
Yep, you got it - I was not being truthful.
Now, honey, can't you take a joke?
I didn't mean any harm, can't you just laugh about it?
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