The Moldy Peaches were known for their flamboyant live shows (where they would dress in extravagant outfits) and songs such as "Who's Got The Crack" and "Little Bunny Foo Foo".
The Moldy Peaches toured with acts such as The Strokes and Tenacious D before going on indefinite hiatus after their second album in 2002.
Green, Goodshank, and Dawson have pursued solo careers with moderate success. In 2006, Dawson had a daughter, Panda.
"Anyone Else But You" was included in the soundtrack of the movie "Juno" in 2007.
What Went Wrong
The Moldy Peaches Lyrics
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(Please don't tell me)
The walk home was really long
(Please don't tell me)
Just take me to your leader
(Just take me to your leader)
Did you see me? Did you see me?
I can't remember what went wrong
(Please don't tell me)
The walk home was really long
(Please don't tell me)
Just take me to your leader
(Just take me to your leader)
Did you see me? Did you see me?
Did you see me? Did you see me?
The Moldy Peaches' song "What Went Wrong" is a charmingly simple tune about a failed relationship. Through the repetition of the line "I can't remember what went wrong" and the request "please don't tell me," the song suggests a certain level of denial or avoidance in confronting the reasons for the failed relationship. The line "the walk home was really long" can be interpreted as a physical manifestation of the emotional distance between the two parties, a long, drawn-out journey that didn't end well.
The chorus, with its repeated phrase "just take me to your leader," is a playful bit of wordplay that could mean a couple of different things. On one hand, it could be read as a request to meet the other person's friends or family, to get to know them on a deeper level. On the other hand, it could be interpreted as a tongue-in-cheek sci-fi reference, suggesting that the singer believes the other person is from another planet, and asking to be taken to their leader for an explanation.
Line by Line Meaning
I can't remember what went wrong
The singer is unable to recall or comprehend the reasons behind a certain situation that may have caused upset or conflict
(Please don't tell me)
The singer is requesting that the listener refrain from providing any unwanted information or ideas regarding the aforementioned situation
The walk home was really long
The singer expresses the physical discomfort and emotional burden of a journey that was filled with difficulty and hardship
(Please don't tell me)
The artist reiterates their request that the listener withhold any information pertaining to the situation that may cause further emotional stress or turmoil
Just take me to your leader
The artist requests to engage with someone of higher authority or control who may have the power to intervene or re-establish a sense of order
(Just take me to your leader)
The singer reaffirms their desire to be led or guided towards a solution or resolution
Did you see me? Did you see me?
The singer repeatedly asks the listener if they have been paying attention to their struggles or pain, signaling a desire for acknowledgement or validation
Did you see me? Did you see me?
The artist restates their previous question, emphasizing the importance of being seen or heard in difficult situations
I can't remember what went wrong
The artist reiterates their initial confusion and inability to understand the events or circumstances that led to their current emotional distress
(Please don't tell me)
The artist once again pleads with the listener to avoid mentioning any information that may cause further pain or confusion
The walk home was really long
The singer again highlights the difficulty of their journey home, underscoring the impact of negative experiences on one's emotional state
(Please don't tell me)
The artist concludes their song with a final plea for the listener to respect their emotional boundaries and preserve their mental wellbeing
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: ADAM GREEN, KIMYA DAWSON
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SpitTheSauce
love this tbh haha