Out Of Tune
A · How Ace Are Buildings
You're always fighting everyone
You were wrong when you were young
You love to think you're on the run, oh!
Had to laugh at all your jokes
Had to tremble 'cos you smoked
Bet you'd never ever get my fun, yeah
You're the one to run from self they say (self they say)
I remember you back in the day (in the day)
Did my best to keep out of the way
Kicked it up in school, singing out of tune
While you're fighting everyone
I've been hanging in the sun
There's a million things I've done, oh!
You're the one who took the lead
Me least likely to succeed
Different now, yeah you agree
Alright!
You're the one to run from self they say (self they say)
I remember you back in the day (in the day)
Did my best to keep out of the way
Kicked it up in school, singing out of tune
Thought you were the rule, singing out of tune
Everybody, keep out of his way (x4)
Oh!
Singing out of tune (repeat a few times)
You're the one to run from self they say (self they say)
I remember you back in the day (in the day)
Did my best to keep out of the way
Kicked it up in school, singing out of tune
Everybody knew, singing out of tune
Singing out of tune
Woooooo
Always fighting everyone...
(repeat to fade)
Out Of Tune
A track from the 1989 album How Ace Are Buildings, "Out Of Tune" exemplifies the experimental pop and art rock sensibilities of the artist. Released during a period of intense creative output, the recording features the distinctive vocal style and production techniques that would define the artist's subsequent work, including the 1990 album East Of The Sun, West Of The Moon. The song reflects the era's fascination with deconstructed pop structures and atmospheric soundscapes, contributing to a discography known for its avant-garde approach to mainstream genres. As part of the artist's broader catalogue, the track stands as a significant example of their ability to blend catchy melodies with unconventional arrangements, influencing later developments in indie and alternative music.