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Elvis Costello Alison Lyrics
Total views: 1 time this week / Rating: 10/10 [1 vote]Album: My Aim Is True / Original Release Date: 1977-07-22Genre: RockSong Duration: 3 min 24 sec
Alison
Elvis Costello
Elvis Costello
ELVIS COSTELLO
- Alison LyricsOh it's so funny to be seeing you after so long, girl.
And with the way you look I understand that you were not impressed.
But I heard you let that little friend of mine
Take off your party dress.
I'm not gonna to get too sentimental
Like those other sticky valentines,
'Cause I don't know if you are loving somebody.
I only know it isn't mine.
Alison, I know this world is killing you.
Oh, Alison, my aim is true.
Well I see you've got a husband now.
Did he leave your pretty fingers lying in the wedding cake?
You used to hold him right in your hand.
I bet he took all he could take.
Sometimes I wish that I could stop you from talking
When I hear the silly things that you say.
I think somebody better put out the big light,
'Cause I can't stand to see you this way.
Alison, I know this world is killing you.
Oh, Alison, my aim is true.
My aim is true. (repeat and fade)
And with the way you look I understand that you were not impressed.
But I heard you let that little friend of mine
Take off your party dress.
I'm not gonna to get too sentimental
Like those other sticky valentines,
'Cause I don't know if you are loving somebody.
I only know it isn't mine.
Alison, I know this world is killing you.
Oh, Alison, my aim is true.
Well I see you've got a husband now.
You used to hold him right in your hand.
I bet he took all he could take.
Sometimes I wish that I could stop you from talking
When I hear the silly things that you say.
I think somebody better put out the big light,
'Cause I can't stand to see you this way.
Alison, I know this world is killing you.
Oh, Alison, my aim is true.
My aim is true. (repeat and fade)
Facts about Alison
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Alison is written and performed by Elvis Costello.
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It is first released on July 22, 1977 as part of Elvis Costello's album "My Aim Is True" which includes 13 tracks in total. This song is the 4th track on this album.
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When it comes to the meaning of the lyrics, Elvis Costello's song 'Alison' depicts a situation in which the narrator, perhaps an ex-lover, sees someone from the past that appears to have issues with their life. There is a mixture of regret and, to some extent, a desire to help, but at the same time, the narrator recognizes that the other person's problems are not in their power to solve. The phrase 'My aim is true' is repeated throughout the song, and as such, it might imply the singer's genuineness and resolution to be of assistance, notwithstanding that the other person’s situation cannot be altered. The lyrics of Alison revolve around sorrow, turmoil, despair, contemplation, and reminiscence. Conversely, the song also highlights the role of nostalgia and desire, and simultaneously disillusionment and one-sided love. The text includes certain adult topics and uses suggestive language, particularly when referring to love and feelings, which might not be appropriate for very young children unless under the guidance of their parents.
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Alison falls under the genre Rock.
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Alison song length is 3 minutes and 24 seconds.
Who wrote Alison lyrics?
Alison is written and performed by Elvis Costello.
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When was Alison released?
It is first released on July 22, 1977 as part of Elvis Costello's album "My Aim Is True" which includes 13 tracks in total. This song is the 4th track on this album.
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What is the meaning behind Alison lyrics?
When it comes to the meaning of the lyrics, Elvis Costello's song 'Alison' depicts a situation in which the narrator, perhaps an ex-lover, sees someone from the past that appears to have issues with their life. There is a mixture of regret and, to some extent, a desire to help, but at the same time, the narrator recognizes that the other person's problems are not in their power to solve. The phrase 'My aim is true' is repeated throughout the song, and as such, it might imply the singer's genuineness and resolution to be of assistance, notwithstanding that the other person’s situation cannot be altered. The lyrics of Alison revolve around sorrow, turmoil, despair, contemplation, and reminiscence. Conversely, the song also highlights the role of nostalgia and desire, and simultaneously disillusionment and one-sided love. The text includes certain adult topics and uses suggestive language, particularly when referring to love and feelings, which might not be appropriate for very young children unless under the guidance of their parents.
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Which genre is Alison?
Alison falls under the genre Rock.
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How long is the song Alison?
Alison song length is 3 minutes and 24 seconds.
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Songwriter(s): Elvis Costello
Record Label(s): 2007 Elvis Costello
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