Confusion
Dr. Hector and the Groove Injectors Lyrics
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I hear the pitter-patter of little people on the livin' room rug
Whoa is me! There goes the TV
Now it's Popeye and Pluto, Batman and Bozo
Don't spill the corn flakes, they'll break at lunch break
Home from the office, why did I stop to have a beer with the boys?
Now my head's 'bout to pop
If you think you can sleep, it's illusion
'Cause you'll probably get a rude intrusion from Harry the dog
Harry the dog is as big as can be
'N Harry the dog had puppies last week
We couldn't tell if it's a he or a she, now we know
It's a Saturday morning confusion
If I could just get to the bathroom
And get a cold rag and an aspirin to help how I feel
But here come the twins and they're screamin' at me
What is the deal to turn off the TV?
"Go ask your mother and quietly, your daddy is ill"
There he is-Cousin Jack
You got the leaf rake, too, keep at it 'til I get it all back
Hangin' round my yard, snoopin' in my garage
I tolerate 'I'm because he's my cousin
He's nice to the kids and Harry just loves him!
It's a Saturday morning confusion
And if I could just hide in my attic
So I couldn't hear my wife yellin' "Take 'em all to the show"
I'll take the whole neighborhood to the show
I'll just walk out in back where the money-tree grows
Grab me a handful and off to the show we'll go
It's a Saturday morning confusion
And if I could just get a transfusion
Or maybe go hide in the bedroom till five o'clock
Let it be known that at five the TV
Is gonna be tuned to the game Of the week
And that goes for dogs and twins and the whole family
It's a Saturday morning confusion
It's a Saturday morning confusion day is done
Cousin Jack, in his yard cooking steaks on a grill that I'll never get back
The twins in front of the TV, Harry with his fam'ly
Sis on her date and Mom at the door smiles as she surveys the sight
For the first time today, the kingdom is quiet
LORD, LET US THANK YOU FOR SATURDAYS
AND MAY THEY REMAIN OUR FRIENDS!!
Cause I work all week long
Be strong till they're grown
And next Saturday then, we'll do it again
A- Here they come, warmin' up
I hear the pitter-patter of little people on the livin' room rug
FADE
Whoa is me! There goes the TV
Transcriber's NOTE: Russell also wrote "Honey", "The Night the Lights Went Out
In Georgia", and "Little Green Apples."
The lyrics of "Confusion" by Dr. Hector and the Groove Injectors depict a chaotic Saturday morning in the life of the singer. The song begins with the sound of children running around in the living room, causing the TV to be knocked over. In this moment, the singer expresses frustration and exclaims, "Whoa is me! There goes the TV." The disrupted routine is further emphasized as various cartoon characters like Popeye, Pluto, Batman, and Bozo become the new source of entertainment.
The first paragraph also reveals the singer's internal conflict. He questions his decision to stop for a beer with his friends on his way home from the office, realizing that now his head is about to burst from the resulting chaos. The lyrics capture the feeling of overwhelm and confusion that arises when the expected tranquility of a Saturday morning is disrupted.
The chorus highlights the continued confusion, as the singer states that thinking of getting some sleep is an illusion due to the constant interruptions. Harry the dog, who recently had puppies, adds to the commotion. The gender of the puppies was previously unknown, but now they know. The lyrics suggest that this newfound knowledge contributes to the overall confusion in the household.
In the third paragraph, the singer's attempt to seek solace in the bathroom is thwarted by the arrival of the twins, who demand his attention. Faced with their persistent questioning, he defers to their mother, implying he is unwell and needs some peace. Meanwhile, Cousin Jack is mentioned as someone who frequents the singer's yard and garage. Though his presence is tolerated, it adds to the sense of chaos and intrusion.
The fourth and final paragraph introduces the idea of finding refuge in the attic. The singer contemplates hiding there until five o'clock, when the TV will be tuned to the game of the week. This shows the importance of a specific routine and how it brings some semblance of order to the household. The lyrics humorously describe the singer's desire for a transfusion or to simply hide in the bedroom until the chaos subsides.
The song ends on a positive note, expressing gratitude for Saturdays and their role as a break from the daily grind. The singer reflects on the responsibilities and challenges of parenting and work, highlighting the importance of finding joy and respite in the chaos. The final lines suggest that this Saturday morning confusion is a recurring event, and regardless of the chaos, the family will come together and do it all again next week. The fade-out emphasizes the continuation of this daily life struggle.
Line by Line Meaning
Here they come, warmin' up
The children are starting to wake up and move around in the house
I hear the pitter-patter of little people on the livin' room rug
I can hear the sound of the children's footsteps on the rug in the living room
Whoa is me! There goes the TV
Oh no! The TV has been turned off or disrupted
Now it's Popeye and Pluto, Batman and Bozo
Now the children are watching cartoons and TV shows like Popeye, Pluto, Batman, and Bozo
Don't spill the corn flakes, they'll break at lunch break
Be careful not to spill the corn flakes, they might get crushed during lunch break
Home from the office, why did I stop to have a beer with the boys?
I'm back from work, but I regret stopping to have a beer with my friends instead of coming straight home
Now my head's 'bout to pop
Now I feel overwhelmed and frustrated
It's a Saturday morning confusion
The chaos and confusion of a Saturday morning with the family
If you think you can sleep, it's illusion
If you think you can sleep peacefully, it's just an illusion because of all the noise and activity
'Cause you'll probably get a rude intrusion from Harry the dog
Because you'll most likely get a disruptive interruption from the dog named Harry
Harry the dog is as big as can be
Harry the dog is a very large dog
'N Harry the dog had puppies last week
And Harry the dog gave birth to puppies last week
We couldn't tell if it's a he or a she, now we know
We were unsure about the gender of the puppies, but now we know
If I could just get to the bathroom
If only I could reach the bathroom
And get a cold rag and an aspirin to help how I feel
And get a cold towel and an aspirin to alleviate my discomfort
But here come the twins and they're screamin' at me
But now the twins are approaching and yelling at me
What is the deal to turn off the TV?
Why would you turn off the TV?
"Go ask your mother and quietly, your daddy is ill"
"Go ask your mother and be quiet, your daddy is not feeling well"
There he is-Cousin Jack
There is Cousin Jack
You got the leaf rake, too, keep at it 'til I get it all back
You also have the leaf rake, keep working until I get it back
Hangin' round my yard, snoopin' in my garage
Cousin Jack is loitering in my yard and snooping around in my garage
I tolerate 'I'm because he's my cousin
I put up with him because he's my cousin
He's nice to the kids and Harry just loves him!
He is kind to the kids and the dog Harry really likes him!
And if I could just hide in my attic
And if only I could hide in my attic
So I couldn't hear my wife yellin' "Take 'em all to the show"
So I wouldn't have to hear my wife shouting, "Take them all to the show"
I'll take the whole neighborhood to the show
I'll bring the entire neighborhood to the show
I'll just walk out in back where the money-tree grows
I'll simply go to the backyard where the imaginary money-tree supposedly grows
Grab me a handful and off to the show we'll go
I'll take a handful of the imaginary money and head off to the show
And if I could just get a transfusion
And if only I could get a blood transfusion
Or maybe go hide in the bedroom till five o'clock
Or perhaps go hide in the bedroom until five o'clock
Let it be known that at five the TV
Just so you know, at five o'clock the TV
Is gonna be tuned to the game Of the week
Will be set to the game of the week
And that goes for dogs and twins and the whole family
And that applies to the dogs, the twins, and the entire family
Cousin Jack, in his yard cooking steaks on a grill that I'll never get back
Cousin Jack, in his yard, is grilling steaks that I will never be able to have
The twins in front of the TV, Harry with his fam'ly
The twins are sitting in front of the TV, and Harry is with his own family
Sis on her date and Mom at the door smiles as she surveys the sight
My sister is on a date, and Mom is at the door, smiling as she takes in the scene
For the first time today, the kingdom is quiet
Finally, after a long day, everything is peaceful and calm
LORD, LET US THANK YOU FOR SATURDAYS
Lord, we thank you for Saturdays
AND MAY THEY REMAIN OUR FRIENDS!!
And may they always bring joy and relaxation to us!
Cause I work all week long
Because I work hard all week
Be strong till they're grown
Stay strong until the children are grown up
And next Saturday then, we'll do it again
And then next Saturday, we'll go through it all over again
FADE
The sound fades out
Transcriber's NOTE: Russell also wrote "Honey", "The Night the Lights Went Out In Georgia", and "Little Green Apples."
Note from the transcriber: Russell is also known for writing other songs like "Honey", "The Night the Lights Went Out In Georgia", and "Little Green Apples."
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