(She Thinks She's) Edith Head
They Might Be Giants · Mink Car [2001]
Not too simple and not too kind
We both grew up but I heard she changed
From a New Wave fan to another kind
She thinks she's Edith Head
But you might know she's not
The accent in her speech
She didn't have growing up
She thinks she's Edith Head
Or Helen Gurley Brown
Or some other cultural figure
We don't know a lot about
It's been years since I moved away
But at Christmas I come home
And I saw her reflection
In the window of a store
She was talking to herself
Not too simple and not too kind
I walked on by, it was complicated
And it stuck in my mind
She thinks she's Edith Head
But you might know she's not
The accent in her speech
She didn't have growing up
The accent in her speech
She didn't have growing up
The accent in her speech
She didn't have growing up
She thinks she's Edith Head
She thinks she's Edith Head now
She thinks she's Edith Head
She thinks she's Edith Head now
(AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!)
She thinks she's Edith Head
She thinks she's Edith Head now
She thinks she's Edith Head
She thinks she's Edith Head now
JF: You guys want to listen to the whole thing...
"One more!..."
JF: ...before we get...
"...one more!..."
JF: (laughing) Okay - One more!
"...go!"
SHE'S LOST HER MIND! ("I ate a bug")
She thinks she's Edith Head
She thinks she's Edith Head now
She thinks she's Edith Head
She thinks she's Edith Head now
About (She Thinks She's) Edith Head
They Might Be Giants' "(She Thinks She's) Edith Head" stands as a standout track from their 2001 album *Mink Car*, blending the band's signature intellectual pop sensibility with sharp social commentary. The song utilizes the fictional persona of Edith Head, the legendary Hollywood costume designer, to explore themes of celebrity, vanity, and the public's perception of fame. By weaving together biographical facts with satirical exaggeration, the band critiques the superficiality often associated with the entertainment industry while maintaining their characteristic whimsical tone. Released during a period where the group was refining their ability to merge complex lyrics with catchy melodies, this recording exemplifies their commitment to narrative-driven songwriting. It showcases their talent for transforming historical figures into vehicles for modern reflection, creating a piece that is both entertaining and thought-provoking. The track remains a quintessential example of the band's unique ability to address serious subjects through the lens of quirky pop music, ensuring it resonates with fans who appreciate their witty, detail-oriented approach to storytelling.