*Signed to Munster Records in 2000
*Signed to Capitol… Read Full Bio ↴*Formed in 1998
*Signed to Munster Records in 2000
*Signed to Capitol Records in 2002
*Released Bazooka!!! (Capitol) 2003
*Added new rhythm sectionaires Todd Martin (UVrays) and Chris Orlando (Bamboo Kids) 2006
*Long awaited sophomore effort Dirty Bomb (tic) to be released in May, 2007
*Tons of new songs in the bag and shows to play everywhere!!!
Crime Of The Century
The Star Spangles Lyrics
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Well it's the crime of the century
About the things I did
It's the crime of the century
I don't remember, but I guess I did
I'm the crime of the century
That's what you say
But what else can I say?
Crime of the century
And now I've gotta pay
I'm a fool if I say I love you
You'll only make me hurt
What's a bad boy to do
But to live without you
Crime of the century
And now I've gotta pay
Well I'm a liar if I say I love you
A fool if I say I don't
I guess I'll break right into your heart
I never said that I won't
Crime of the century
And now I've gotta pay
The Star Spangles' song "Crime of the Century" talks about someone who has committed a grave mistake in a relationship and is now paying the price for it. The lyrics portray the turmoil faced by the singer, who finds it difficult to come to terms with the consequences of their actions. The song adopts a confessional and contrite tone, as the singer acknowledges the gravity of the situation and the damage done. They admit to not remembering the details of the mistake, but accept that it has hurt the person they love.
The singer seems to be grappling with conflicting emotions of love and regret. They acknowledge that they are a fool to claim they love the person who they have hurt, yet they cannot seem to live without them. The internal struggle is reflected in the line "I'm a liar if I say I love you/ A fool if I say I don't," indicating their dilemma. However, they accept that they have committed the crime of the century and will now have to pay for it.
Overall, "Crime of the Century" is a poignant song that delves into the complexities of human emotions and relationships. It highlights the consequences of one's actions and the importance of taking responsibility for them.
Line by Line Meaning
It's the crime...of all time
This incident is so significant that it can be considered as the crime of the century.
Well it's the crime of the century
The songwriter acknowledges that this is indeed the crime of the century.
About the things I did
The songwriter is admitting that they did something wrong.
I don't remember, but I guess I did
The songwriter doesn't exactly remember what they did wrong, but they are willing to admit fault regardless.
I'm the crime of the century
The songwriter is taking responsibility for the crime committed.
That's what you say
The songwriter acknowledges that others view them as the perpetrator of the crime.
I guess I gone and broke your heart
The songwriter acknowledges that the crime they committed caused harm to another person.
But what else can I say?
The songwriter admits that there isn't much they can do or say to make up for the crime.
And now I've gotta pay
The songwriter accepts that there will be consequences for their actions.
I'm a fool if I say I love you
The songwriter acknowledges that saying they love the other person will only bring them more pain.
You'll only make me hurt
The songwriter is aware that the other person will not reciprocate their love, causing them pain.
What's a bad boy to do
The songwriter is acknowledging their wrongdoing and the perception of them as a 'bad boy.'
But to live without you
The songwriter accepts that the other person will not be a part of their life moving forward.
Well I'm a liar if I say I love you
The songwriter acknowledges that saying they love the other person would be a lie.
A fool if I say I don't
The songwriter acknowledges that denying their feelings for the other person would make them a fool.
I guess I'll break right into your heart
The songwriter admits that they will continue to pursue the other person, despite the impossibility of love.
I never said that I won't
The songwriter acknowledges that they have not promised to stop pursuing the other person.
And now I've gotta pay
The songwriter accepts that the consequences for their actions will continue, regardless of their emotions.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: LYNN AHRENS, STEPHEN CHARLES FLAHERTY
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