Anyone Else But You
The Moldy Peaches Lyrics


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You're a part time lover and a full time friend
The monkey on your back is the latest trend
I don't see what anyone can see
In anyone else but you

I kiss you on the brain in the shadow of the train
I kiss you all starry eyed, my body's swinging from side to side
I don't see what anyone can see
In anyone else but you

Here is the church and here is the steeple
We sure are cute for two ugly people
I don't see what anyone can see
In anyone else but you

The pebbles forgive me, the trees forgive me
So why can't you forgive me?
I don't see what anyone can see
In anyone else but you

I will find my niche in your car
With my MP3, DVD, rumple-packed guitar
I don't see what anyone can see
In anyone else but you

Up, up, down, down, left, right, left, right, B A start
Just because we use cheats doesn't mean we're not smart
I don't see what anyone can see
In anyone else but you

You are always trying to keep it real
I'm in love with how you feel
I don't see what anyone can see
In anyone else but you

We both have shiny happy fits of rage
You want more fans, I want more stage
I don't see what anyone can see
In anyone else but you

Don Quixote was a steel driving man
My name is Adam, I'm your biggest fan
I don't see what anyone can see
In anyone else but you

Squinched up your face and did a dance
You shook a little turd out of the bottom of your pants
I don't see what anyone can see
In anyone else but you





But you

Overall Meaning

The Moldy Peaches's song Anyone Else But You is a romantic ballad that celebrates the uniqueness and eccentricities of a couple's relationship. The first verse characterizes the subject as a part-time lover and full-time friend while saying that the monkey on their back is the latest trend. This could be interpreted as the person having multiple casual relationships while still maintaining a deep friendship with the singer. However, the singer says that they don't see what anyone else sees in the person but themselves. This shows a deep emotional connection and affection for the individual.


The second verse describes the singer kissing the person they love on the brain in the shadow of the train. This imaginative and playful language presents their great feelings for the person in a sweet and whimsical way. The singer states that they don't see what anybody else can see in anybody else but the other person. The third verse mentions the couple in front of the church, and despite the fact that they may not be considered physically attractive, they remind each other that they are cute to one another.


The last two verses, containing Don Quixote and Dance references, allude to the pair's shared humor and quirkiness. The song ends with the line "But you," implying that the singer sees nothing in anyone else but the person speaking.


Line by Line Meaning

You're a part time lover and a full time friend
You are someone whom I love and care for not only romantically but also as a friend.


The monkey on your back is the latest trend
There is a problem or issue that is weighing heavily on you, and it is something that many others are struggling with as well.


I don't see what anyone can see In anyone else but you
You are the one person who truly stands out to me, and I cannot imagine being with anyone else.


I kiss you on the brain in the shadow of the train I kiss you all starry eyed, my body's swinging from side to side
I am so in love with you that I find myself physically and mentally consumed by thoughts of you, no matter where I am or what I am doing.


Here is the church and here is the steeple We sure are cute for two ugly people
Though we may not be conventionally attractive, we make a great pair and our love for each other is undeniable.


The pebbles forgive me, the trees forgive me So why can't you forgive me?
I have done something wrong and am seeking forgiveness, but it seems that you are the only one holding a grudge against me.


I will find my niche in your car With my MP3, DVD, rumple-packed guitar
No matter where we go or what we do, I will always find a way to make music and enjoy our time together.


Up, up, down, down, left, right, left, right, B A start Just because we use cheats doesn't mean we're not smart
Even though we may take shortcuts or cut corners, we are still intelligent and capable people who can achieve anything we set our minds to.


You are always trying to keep it real I'm in love with how you feel
You are true to yourself and your beliefs, and I admire and love everything about you.


We both have shiny happy fits of rage You want more fans, I want more stage
We both have a drive and desire for success and recognition, but our love for each other remains constant and strong.


Don Quixote was a steel driving man My name is Adam, I'm your biggest fan
I am devoted to you and support you in all of your endeavors, just like Don Quixote was driven by his passion for life and adventure.


Squinched up your face and did a dance You shook a little turd out of the bottom of your pants
Even in embarrassing moments, you remain adorable and endearing to me.


But you
You are the only one for me, and I cannot imagine being with anyone else.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Adam Green, Dawson Kimya

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@mafeparamo3177

You're a part time lover and a full time friend
The monkey on your back is the latest trend
I don't see what anyone can see
In anyone else but you
I kiss you on the brain in the shadow of the train
I kiss you all starry eyed, my body's swinging from side to side
I don't see what anyone can see
In anyone else but you
Here is the church and here is the steeple
We sure are cute for two ugly people
I don't see what anyone can see
In anyone else but you
The pebbles forgive me, the trees forgive me
So why can't you forgive me?
I don't see what anyone can see
In anyone else but you
I will find my niche in your car
With my MP3, DVD, rumple-packed guitar
I don't see what anyone can see
In anyone else but you
Up, up, down, down, left, right, left, right, B A start
Just because we use cheats doesn't mean we're not smart
I don't see what anyone can see
In anyone else but you
You are always trying to keep it real
I'm in love with how you feel
I don't see what anyone can see
In anyone else but you
We both have shiny happy fits of rage
You want more fans, I want more stage
I don't see what anyone can see
In anyone else but you
Don Quixote was a steel driving man
My name is Adam, I'm your biggest fan
I don't see what anyone can see
In anyone else but you
Squinched up your face and did a dance
You shook a little turd out of the bottom of your pants
I don't see what anyone can see
In anyone else but you



@kerry0010

Let's get into this. sit down and grab some food this might take a while. Nah, just kidding. But seriously your question is pretty stupid. The two of them have voices that most people find detestable due to the pitch, quality and control etc. 
The lyrics are pretty silly and in all honesty could be easily overlooked.

If these two were in any form of talent show, be it your highschool on, a karaoke bar's competition or just some random cafe's stand up night. They would be booed for the stage. 

Most people seriously hate these guys of voices as they seem untalented as well as not trying hard.


Face it, the song was never that good and its quite obvious since other than Judo (a C-class movie) they went no where 

Hope that helped to answer your question



@Kobaiylahkah

kerry0010 I mean, the thing is that you know I'm simply implying that I really enjoy the song to the extent that I can't put myself in a place to not ever enjoy it.

Also, I actually went to an arts high school and people saying what they're thinking in a song and having it sounds "not great" is a form of art and a style all its own. There are several places where they would not be booed.

Also, honestly maybe they weren't being lazy and this is just what resonates with them. It's very simple and honest. There are some silly clichés and it's not over the top. 

And I don't know about "most people", but I'm really not in a position to think that there are people who are going to not enjoy them. That's fine. It's a mixture of a lack of open mindedness and probably just the way all of the tones in the song and and lyrical content hit them. They need more of something else. That's alright. 

And everything is up to a person's opinion. Just because a number of critiques don't feel that they appreciate what they've done with this piece of art and expression, and their "professional" opinion does not appreciate it does not make Juno a C-class movie, nor does it make The Moldy Peaches or Kimya Dawson failures. They didn't go nowhere, either. 

I'm not entirely sure what the point of your explanation and "answer to my question" was. If you were attempting to agitate because you feel you have the ultimate answer and I just absolutely needed to hear it, or if you just felt that your opinion was needing to be released. I'm confused as to why you were even on this page, and read my comment, if you don't enjoy the song. Maybe you were giving it another chance to listen with open ears? 
Whatever the case, I hope you could see something in what I just typed out.
The point is always to educate and give a change of perspective. 



All comments from YouTube:

@perksofbeingaloser

This was me and my boyfriend's 'song'. He died last September and I still think about him every day. Love & Miss you E-dog

@sharksrcool9164

Aww i'm sorry for your loss. Take care of yourself please.

@Ballizticz

I truly cant think of anything worse than losing a loved one, my heart goes out to you <3

@ninobidzinashvili8927

I’m so sorry.. sending you all my love and support 🥺💖

@notyourmama8672

I lost my sister so I know how you feel don’t worry it’s not all bad and you’ll get over it I support you!😊

@lottie5801

SharksRcool 2006 i also lost a loved one in september- i think i understand your pain a bit. i hope all is okay for you. 💕

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@Lilagrace326

A part time lover and a full time friend, that's the dream

@nikik.7259

Audreylover1,000 totally true thought it be the best way to roll in the live scene

@studiot5577

Audreylover1,000 t

@spartin375

took me 20 years but i did it weeps histerically

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