Absolutely Cuckoo
The Magnetic Fields · 69 Love Songs Pt. 1 [1999]
We only recently met
True I'm in love with you but
you might decide I'm a nut
Give me a week or two to
go absolutley cuckoo
then, when you see your error,
then, you can flee in terror
Like everybody else does
I only tell you this 'cause
I'm easy to get rid of
but not if you fall in love
Know that I'm the make
and if you make a mistake
my heart will certainly break
I'll have to jump in a lake
And all my friends will blame you
There's no telling what they'll do
It's only fair to tell you
I'm absolutely cuckoo
Absolutely Cuckoo
Absolutely Cuckoo stands as a vibrant centerpiece within The Magnetic Fields' expansive 69 Love Songs project. Released in 1999, the track exemplifies the band's signature blend of indie pop, electronic textures, and Stephen Merritt's witty, often melancholic songwriting. The recording captures the group's ability to balance theatrical flair with intimate emotional resonance, a hallmark of their most celebrated era. As part of a monumental double album that redefined their discography, the song showcases the band's eclectic approach to melody and arrangement. It remains a definitive example of their capacity to merge pop sensibilities with alternative rock structures, securing its place in their enduring body of work.