Royal Pain
Eels · Other Songs - Eels
I got some sleep and I needed it
Not a lot, just a little bit
Someone's always tryin' to keep me from it
It's a cryin' shame
It's a royal pain in the neck
I'm just tryin' to get by
With my pride a little bit intact
Ask me any question and I'll level with you
I didn't ask but anything but bein' with you
That's the only thing I was born to do
And they're all insane
Such a royal pain in the neck
I'm just tryin' to get by
With my pride a little bit intact
Another day is put to the test
Lord knows I'm doin' my best
Never a brother, always a guest
It's a cryin' shame
It's a royal pain in the neck
I'm just tryin' to get by
With my pride a little bit intact
And they're all insane
Such a royal pain in the neck
I'm just tryin' to get by
With my pride just a little bit intact
Not a lot, just a little bit
Someone's always tryin' to keep me from it
It's a cryin' shame
It's a royal pain in the neck
I'm just tryin' to get by
With my pride a little bit intact
Ask me any question and I'll level with you
I didn't ask but anything but bein' with you
That's the only thing I was born to do
And they're all insane
Such a royal pain in the neck
I'm just tryin' to get by
With my pride a little bit intact
Another day is put to the test
Lord knows I'm doin' my best
Never a brother, always a guest
It's a cryin' shame
It's a royal pain in the neck
I'm just tryin' to get by
With my pride a little bit intact
And they're all insane
Such a royal pain in the neck
I'm just tryin' to get by
With my pride just a little bit intact
Royal Pain
Eels' "Royal Pain" stands as a defining track from the band's mid-1990s catalog, characterized by its brooding atmosphere and distinctive guitar work. The song exemplifies the genre-blending approach typical of the era, merging post-grunge heaviness with melodic sensibilities that would become a hallmark of Eels' later output. Released during a period of significant artistic evolution, the recording captures the raw emotional intensity often found in the band's solo and collaborative efforts. Its enduring popularity reflects the song's ability to resonate with listeners seeking a blend of melancholic depth and driving rhythm, cementing its place within the broader landscape of 1990s alternative rock.