How Can I Sing Like A Girl?
They Might Be Giants · Factory Showroom [1996]
But my window's painted shut
And all that year of chorus taught me
Is out of style and long forgot
How can I sing like a girl
And not be stigmatized
By the rest of the world?
Tell me how can I sing like a girl
And not be objectified
As if I were a girl?
I want to raise my freak flag
Higher and higher and
I want to raise my freak flag
And never be alone
Never be alone
From the watchtowers I've been spotted
Fingers pointing at my mouth
Spotlights turn and pivot towards me
But I dare not make a sound
How can I sing like a girl
And not be stigmatized
By the rest of the world?
Tell me how can I sing like a girl
And not be objectified
As if I were a girl?
I want to raise my freak flag
Higher and higher and
I want to raise my freak flag
And never be alone
Never be alone
How can I sing like a girl
And not be stigmatized
By the rest of the world?
Tell me how can I sing like a girl
And not be objectified
As if I were a girl?
How can I sing like a girl
How can I sing like a girl
How can I sing like a girl
How can I sing like a girl
How Can I Sing Like A Girl?
Released on the 1996 album Factory Showroom, this track by They Might Be Giants stands as a quintessential example of the group's unique blend of pop sensibilities and intellectual curiosity. The song features the band's signature multi-vocal harmonies and quirky instrumentation, characteristic of their work during the mid-1990s. Thematically, it explores the complexities of gender expression and vocal performance through a playful yet thought-provoking lens. As part of their discography, the recording showcases their ability to merge catchy melodies with lyrics that invite listeners to question social norms. The track remains a staple of their catalog, reflecting the band's enduring commitment to blending humor with meaningful commentary on identity and culture.