Fido, Your Leash Is Too Long
The Magnetic Fields · 69 Love Songs Pt. 1 [1999]
You go where you don't belong
You've been digging in the rubble
Gettin' bitches in trouble
Fido, your leash is too long
Fido, your leash is too long
I don't know where I went wrong
You scare me out of my wits
When you do that Shitzhu
Fido, your leash is too long
Fido, you've gone far enough
I must have all of your love
You just run out of luck
I don't care what you fox-
hounds do but your leash is too long
Sounds lewd, but your leash is too long
Fido, Your Leash Is Too Long
Fido, Your Leash Is Too Long is a standout track from The Magnetic Fields' ambitious 1999 triple album, 69 Love Songs. Written by Stephen Merritt, the song exemplifies the band's signature blend of indie pop, baroque pop, and electronic experimentation. The recording captures the group's knack for transforming mundane domestic observations into poignant musical narratives, a hallmark of their extensive discography. As part of the first volume of this sprawling project, the track contributes to the album's reputation for balancing whimsical storytelling with sophisticated production. The song remains a cherished example of the band's ability to explore emotional complexity through concise, memorable compositions, solidifying their place in the alternative music landscape.