Timbuktu
Jerome Sydenham and Dennis Ferrer Lyrics
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Loves 'Three's Company'
See the reruns constantly
There on my TV
Syndicated Incorporated
Well, I know what's on the tube
I know just what too see
Got my TV Guide with me
'The Munsters' and 'Mayberry R.F.D.'
I will always be busy
Watching my TV
Oprah Winfrey talks to me
Every day at three
Then soon it'll be
'Wheel' and 'Jeopardy'
Syndicated Incorporated
Syndicated Incorporated
Well, I'm in such ecstasy
When I'm watchin' TV
I'm a boob tube devotee
Think I'm losin' my sanity
I'm addicted to 'Regis and Kathy Lee'
Forever I will always be
Glued to my TV
Love 'The Partridge Family'
And 'Dynasty'
And 'Laverne & Shirley'
And 'Hard Copy'
Syndicated Incorporated
Syndicated Incorporated
Syndicated Incorporated
('MASH' and 'All In The Family')
Syndicated Incorporated
(I'm addicted to 'Regis and Kathy Lee')
Syndicated Incorporated
(Forever I will always be)
Syndicated Incorporated
(Watching my TV)
Syndicated Incorporated
(Think I'm losin' my sanity)
Syndicated Incorporated
The lyrics to Jerome Sydenham and Dennis Ferrer's song "Timbuktu" describe a person's obsession with watching television. The person mentions that their whole family loves the show "Three's Company" and that they constantly watch reruns of it on TV. The person is aware of what programs will be on and even carries a TV guide with them to keep track. They regularly watch shows like "MASH," "All in the Family," and "The Munsters" among others. The person admits to being addicted to TV, and it is causing them to lose their sanity. They mention Oprah Winfrey and how she talks to them every day at three. The lyrics also mention other shows like "Wheel of Fortune," "Jeopardy," "The Partridge Family," "Dynasty," "Laverne & Shirley," and "Hard Copy," among others.
While the lyrics of the song may seem straightforward, they are actually a commentary on the negative effects that television can have on a person's life, particularly one's mental health. The song suggests that the person is losing their sanity because of their obsession with watching TV. The lyrics also challenge the fact that we may be consuming media without even realizing the impact it has on us. It's possible that the song is urging listeners to be more mindful of what they watch and how it affects them.
Line by Line Meaning
My whole family
My entire family
Loves 'Three's Company'
Enjoys watching 'Three's Company'
See the reruns constantly
Frequently watch reruns
There on my TV
Playing on my television
Syndicated Incorporated
A company that sells and distributes TV shows to various networks and stations
Well, I know what's on the tube
I am aware of what's playing on TV
I know just what too see
I know exactly what TV shows to watch
Got my TV Guide with me
I have a copy of TV Guide to help plan my viewing schedule
'MASH' and 'All In The Family'
Two TV shows that I enjoy watching
'The Munsters' and 'Mayberry R.F.D.'
Two other TV shows that I like to watch
I will always be busy
I will constantly be occupied
Watching my TV
Spending time watching television
Oprah Winfrey talks to me
I watch Oprah Winfrey's talk show every day at three o'clock
Every day at three
At the same time every day
Then soon it'll be
After Oprah's show ends
'Wheel' and 'Jeopardy'
Two TV game shows that I enjoy watching
Well, I'm in such ecstasy
I'm so happy and excited
When I'm watchin' TV
While I'm busy watching TV
I'm a boob tube devotee
I'm a passionate TV watcher
Think I'm losin' my sanity
I'm concerned that I'm becoming crazy or obsessed with TV
I'm addicted to 'Regis and Kathy Lee'
I can't stop watching 'Regis and Kathy Lee'
Forever I will always be
I will continue to
Glued to my TV
Stuck watching TV
Love 'The Partridge Family'
Enjoy watching 'The Partridge Family'
And 'Dynasty'
Also enjoy watching 'Dynasty'
And 'Laverne & Shirley'
Additionally enjoy watching 'Laverne & Shirley'
And 'Hard Copy'
Yet another TV show that I like to watch
('MASH' and 'All In The Family')
Referring back to those two TV shows mentioned earlier
(I'm addicted to 'Regis and Kathy Lee')
Referring back to the TV addiction
(Forever I will always be)
Continuing to refer to the ongoing TV watching
(Watching my TV)
Reiterating the focus on TV watching
(Think I'm losin' my sanity)
Repeating the concern over potential obsession with TV shows
Syndicated Incorporated
Re-emphasizing the company that sells and distributes TV shows
Contributed by Brody A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@faithmakaka8306
It's 2023 and this song still hits hard👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
@ossomnos
E tla ho etsetsa masepa ha o sa ikatela
@MusicLover-mm2dy
Word
@hoodstar949
Takes me back to a much simpler time
@katybird4696
one of my favourite tracks of all time
@lukepocock
here here!
@tsheponchake5612
2023 still goosebumps
@papahoschi146
Oh lord, bring me back to those glory days in 2004 when i heard it the first time.
@mariansirbu9593
For me this is Cosmic House. Just Wonderful
@TebzMoagi
🔥 Timeless