Dawson became well known as a member of The Moldy Peaches. Since the Moldy Peaches took a break from performing and recording in 2004, Dawson has released a string of lo-fi homemade albums, and toured widely in North America and Europe.
In 2005 the Pharmacy and Matty Pop Chart performed as her backing band on a U.S. tour. In 2006 she collaborated with a number of friends to make a group, Antsy Pants, that recorded and released an album on Plan It X Records.
Dawson's songs are featured in the films The Guatemalan Handshake and Glue, both of which were shown at the Olympia Film Festival in November 2007. There is also some of her music in the cult movie Juno, which is the fastest selling film soundtrack since Saturday Night Fever.
Kimya's "kid's album" Alphabutt was released in 2007, and recording for her new album "Thunder Thighs" is wrapping up as of Fall 2010. The mean time she has spent writing and touring, as well as spending time with her family and singing with the Olympia Free Choir.
So Nice So Smart
Kimya Dawson Lyrics
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When I snuck into your house
And took roofies with your spouse
In a nit and out a louse
And lice are lousy all the time
They suck your blood drink your wine
Say shut up and quit your crying
Give it time and you'll be fine
You're so nice and you're so smart
You're such a good friend I hafta break your heart
Tell you that I love you then I'll tear your world apart
Just pretend I didn't tear your world apart
I like boys with strong convictions
And convicts with perfect diction
Underdogs with good intentions
Amputees with stamp collections
Plywood skinboards ride the ocean
Salty noses suntan lotion
Always seriously joking
And rambunctiously soft-spoken
I like boys that like their mothers
And I have a thing for brothers
But they always wait til we're under the covers
To say I'm sure glad we're not lovers
You're so nice and you're so smart
You're such a good friend I hafta break your heart
Tell you that I love you then I'll tear your world apart
Just pretend I didn't tear your world apart
I like my new bunny suit
I like my new bunny suit
I like my new bunny suit
When I wear it I feel cute
The song "So Nice So Smart" by Kimya Dawson is a whimsical and offbeat track that explores the different qualities and preferences that the singer admires in people. The first verse introduces the idea that the singer (presumably a woman) has snuck into someone's house and taken roofies with the spouse of the homeowner. This bizarre and potentially troubling scenario is juxtaposed with the fairly innocuous fact of having lice, which sucks blood and drinks wine. The singer advises the listener to stop crying and give things time, suggesting a tone of reassurance and comfort.
The second verse consists of a series of epithets that the singer likes in men, ranging from strong convictions and perfect diction to amputees with stamp collections. The singer also expresses a fondness for underdogs, the surfing lifestyle, and a combination of seriousness and humor in personality. The last few lines of the verse touch on a taboo subject of incestuous attraction, as the singer admits to having a thing for brothers. Finally, the chorus repeats the idea that the listener is nice and smart, but the singer will break their heart anyway.
The song seems to be an ode to the idiosyncrasies and eccentricities of human nature. The singer's preferences are unconventional and playful, suggesting a non-judgmental and open-minded attitude. The bouncy melody and sing-songy chorus add to the carefree and whimsical atmosphere of the song, making it a fun and catchy piece of music.
Line by Line Meaning
I was quiet as a mouse
I entered your house silently
When I snuck into your house
I carefully, stealthily gained access to your house
And took roofies with your spouse
I and your spouse shared some roofies, voluntarily or not
In a nit and out a louse
I was there, then I was gone
And lice are lousy all the time
Lice are always unpleasant
They suck your blood drink your wine
They drink your blood, and yours, and yours...
Say shut up and quit your crying
They tell you to stop whining
Give it time and you'll be fine
It'll pass, don't worry
You're so nice and you're so smart
You're kind and intelligent
You're such a good friend I hafta break your heart
It's tough to hurt someone so close to me
Tell you that I love you then I'll tear your world apart
I want to destroy what we have, despite my feelings
Just pretend I didn't tear your world apart
Please, act like nothing happened
I like boys with strong convictions
I like men who believe in something strongly
And convicts with perfect diction
Even prisoners have the right to speak eloquently
Underdogs with good intentions
I root for those who mean well, but struggle
Amputees with stamp collections
I find unique or quirky hobbies endearing
Plywood skinboards ride the ocean
Surfing on wood boards is a fun, unique experience
Salty noses suntan lotion
Beach trips bring out the best in me
Always seriously joking
I usually have a dry sense of humor
And rambunctiously soft-spoken
I can be loud and excited, but still gentle in my voice
I like boys that like their mothers
A man who loves and respects his mother is attractive to me
And I have a thing for brothers
I am drawn towards brothers, perhaps unconsciously
But they always wait til we're under the covers
They confess their connection when the moment is intimate
To say I'm sure glad we're not lovers
They express relief about us not being romantically involved
I like my new bunny suit
I feel cute and happy when I wear my new bunny costume
I like my new bunny suit
It makes me feel good and confident
I like my new bunny suit
It brings me joy and comfort
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Kimya Dawson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@fernandabful
was quiet as a mouse
When I snuck into your house
And took roofies with your spouse
In a nit and out a louse
Lice are lousy all the time
They suck your blood, drink your wine
Say shut up and quit your crying
Give it time and you'll be fine
You're so nice and you're so smart
You're such a good friend I have to break your heart
I'll tell you that I love you then I'll tear your world apart
Just pretend I didn't tear your world apart
I like boys with strong convictions
And convicts with perfect diction
Underdogs with good intentions
Amputees with stamp collections
Plywood skinboards ride the ocean
Salty noses suntan lotion
Always seriously joking
And rambunctiously soft-spoken
I like boys that like their mothers
And I have a thing for brothers
But they always wait til we're under the covers
To say I'm sure glad we're not lovers
You're so nice and you're so smart
You're such a good friend I have to break your heart
I'll tell you that I love you then I'll tear your world apart
Just pretend I didn't tear your world apart
I like my new bunnysuit
I like my new bunnysuit
I like my new bunnysuit
When I wear it I feel cute
@chat5282
Les grands enfants, dans les rêves cours.
Toujours dans la lune, au file des saisons triste en amour.
Mettre des bottes de cowboy, un chapeau et une cape.
Si je t attrappe c toi le chat.
Elle m'a touché C moi le chat.
Si je t attrappe c toi le chat.
Les grands enfants, dans les rêves cours.
Roule comme bille dans la courre.
On souvent le cœur pur.
Même si jouer à chat.
Provoque parfois de grosse blessures.
C toi le chat , c moi le chat.
Les grands enfants dans les rêves cours . Inconscients, du mot secours.
Ne comprennent pas les départs.
où est la petite fille déguisé en princesse.
Vouloir jouer à chat indéfiniment sous l averse.
Les grands enfants, dans les rêves cours.
@moneyasusual
I got pregnant at barely 16 with my first child. He’s 16 now, himself, and I always come back to this soundtrack. Me and my 12 year old daughter are watching Juno tonight. She really loves Elliot page, and she loves The Last of Us and the character that was inspired By Elliot pages face. This is the day I’ve always dreamt of, to be honest. For my kids to see what it was kind of like for me.
@JanePainVHS
That is so beautiful, thank you for sharing
@xinthisdiaryx
Ellen page
@moneyasusual
@@xinthisdiaryx his name is Elliot page
@mountaindew3201
@@moneyasusual her name is Elliot Page. Formerly known as Ellen Page.
@silverbat5873
@@mountaindew3201 he
@mariezimmerman853
The soundtrack for Juno is the best film soundtrack of all time in my opinion.
@mynameis_murf
Honestly your so right
@whoskatelynn
Half these people are from musically half these people are for the best movie ever made Juno
@carrie-anne7733
I love juno 🤗