Nine Bowls of Soup
They Might Be Giants · Here Come The 123s [2008]
Of a rake on an ichthyosaur's head
Woah, woah, woah, woah!
Oh good, none of them spilled
Please can I have one Mr. Ichthyosaur?
No, you can't, I'm saving them for friends
But you don't have any friends
Yes, I do
No, you don't
Yes, I do. Now be quiet
I'm trying to concentrate
Nine bowls of soup on the wings of an airplane
Flown by an ichthyosaur
Woah, woah, woah!
Lucky thing they didn't all spill
Is there one that's kind of extra? Can I have it for my own?
No, you can't. I can't break up the set
But the soup is getting cold
No, it isn't
Yes, it is
No, I don't know what you're talking about
Nine bowls of soup are balanced on a snake
That the ichthyosaur is taking for a walk
Woah, woah, woah, waah!
Phew, I really thought that that was it
I just think that you have more than you can handle
What's all the soup for anyway?
I didn't think you even really liked soup
Why do you need nine bowls?
Why do you need
Why do you need nine?
If I tell you what these are for, then will you stop bothering me?
Nine bowls of soup
Arranged a certain way
Are some RADAR dishes
In a very large array
And the message they detect
From across the Milky Way
Says the aliens want to join us for lunch
I hope you guys like soup
Nine Bowls of Soup
Nine Bowls of Soup is a standout track from They Might Be Giants' 2008 album Here Come The 123s, showcasing the group's signature blend of whimsical storytelling and intricate musical arrangements. The song exemplifies their ability to weave complex narratives into catchy pop structures, a hallmark of their discography spanning decades. With its playful tone and memorable melody, the recording reflects the band's commitment to intellectual curiosity wrapped in accessible entertainment. It stands as a testament to their unique approach to songwriting, where every verse builds upon the last to create an engaging auditory experience that resonates with fans of progressive pop and alternative rock.