Fonz You!
Monkey Swallows the Universe Lyrics


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She is the dictionary kid and a mile above you
She sees at a glance and goes in advance to where you're trying to get to

Don't agree? I agree
But you don't agree with me

She is a party when she's walking alone
She leaves you going out of business and holding the phone
She's got a million better things to do
Except on Tuesday





Don't want to? Who wants to?
I wants to do as you do

Overall Meaning

The opening lines of "Fonz You!" by Monkey Swallows the Universe depict a dichotomy between two individuals - the "dictionary kid" and the singer, who is "a mile above" them. The former possesses a keen intelligence and perceptiveness, which allows them to easily navigate the world and outpace those around them, while the latter is left struggling to keep up. The chorus of the song reinforces this disparity, with the singer acknowledging that they might not always see eye-to-eye with the dictionary kid, but still recognizing their superiority.


The second half of the song shifts focus, describing the dictionary kid as a "party" who is always on the move and has little time for those who can't keep up. They seem to exist in a realm of their own, perpetually engaged in more exciting and fulfilling activities than anyone else. Despite this, the singer still finds themselves drawn to the dictionary kid's way of life, declaring "I wants to do as you do" - even if they might not fully understand or be capable of it.


Overall, "Fonz You!" presents a portrait of someone who seems to effortlessly excel in all areas of life, leaving others in their wake. While the singer may not possess the same level of talent or ambition, they still recognize and admire it, even as they struggle to keep up.


Line by Line Meaning

She is the dictionary kid and a mile above you
She is knowledgeable and far superior to you in many ways.


She sees at a glance and goes in advance to where you're trying to get to
She is perceptive and able to reach her goals quickly and efficiently.


Don't agree? I agree
Despite your disagreement, I still have my own opinion that I stand by.


But you don't agree with me
You have your own opposing opinion that conflicts with mine.


She is a party when she's walking alone
She is confident and happy, even when alone.


She leaves you going out of business and holding the phone
She outshines you in every way and leaves you struggling to keep up.


She's got a million better things to do
She has countless more important or interesting activities to pursue.


Except on Tuesday
But on this specific day, she has nothing better to do.


Don't want to? Who wants to?
You may not want to, but there are plenty of people who do.


I wants to do as you do
I want to follow your lead and do as you do.




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