Snowball In Hell
They Might Be Giants · Then: The Earlier Years [1997]
I was a snowball in hell
Avalanche or roadblock
A jailor trapped in his cell
Money's all broke, and food's going hungry
If it wasn't for disappointment
I wouldn't have any appointments
Side effect or drug trip
Don't tease me with all of your might
Side effect or drug trip
My panacea's in a Xerox shop
Have a nice day, you want it when?
Have a nice day, have a nice day
"I didn't expect to find a salesman
drinking coffee this late in the morning.
How long you been here, Joe?"
"Oh, I don't know, I guess thirty, forty-five minutes maybe.
Why do you ask?"
"You must be making a lot of sales, piling up good income."
"Oh... uh... I'm doing all right.
I could do better, but... Ohahaha - I get it Paul.
Back on that old 'Time is Money' kick, right?"
"Not back on it, Joe, still on it."
Avalanche or roadblock
I was a snowball in hell
Avalanche or roadblock
A jailor trapped in his cell
Money I owe, money-iy-ay
Money I owe, money-iy-ay
Avalanche or roadblock
I was a snowball in hell
Yes I was a snowball in hell
Yes I was a snowball in hell
Snowball In Hell
They Might Be Giants' "Snowball In Hell" stands as a defining track from their 1997 compilation, Then: The Earlier Years. The song exemplifies the group's signature blend of quirky pop melodies and intellectual wordplay, a style that has made them a staple of alternative rock and indie music. Released during a period where the band was refining their unique approach to combining humor with complex musical structures, the recording showcases their ability to craft catchy hooks while delivering lyrics that challenge listeners to think beyond the surface. As part of their extensive discography, this work remains a testament to their enduring influence on artists who value creativity and conceptual depth in their songwriting.