Walken III
Stephen Lynch Lyrics

In Stephen Lynch's song Walken III, the lyrics are presented in a conversation tone between two individuals, where one of them is criticizing the musician's work. The conversation starts with a sarcastic comment about the guitars lying around, and then the person reveals that they have heard the whole album. The criticizer makes a statement about the first song, saying that it sounded sweet but then went on to mention "hookers and beer." The criticizer challenges Lynch, questioning what type of man would sing that to their daughter, even though he has a beautiful voice. The statement concludes with the criticizer stating that they feel nauseous, blaming it on Lynch rather than the Crown Royal he has been drinking.

The song presents a satirical view of the music industry, where the artist's work is open to interpretation and criticism. The criticizer takes on the role of the audience, while Lynch represents the artist who is trying to push their boundaries. The song presents a stark contrast between the two perspectives, where the audience expects a certain type of music, while the artist challenges them by going beyond the expectations. The song is presented in a tongue-in-cheek style that never fully takes itself seriously, but the underlying message is clear. It's a message about the kind of artist Lynch is, someone who pushes limits and creates music that is not always for everyone.