Ain't Nobody Here But Us Chickens
King Crimson · Other Songs - King Crimson
Locked up the barnyard with the greatest of care
Down in the hen house something stirred
When he shouted, "who's there?"
This is what he heard
There ain't nobody here but us chickens
There ain't nobody here at all
So calm yourself and stop that fuss
There ain't nobody here but us
We chickens tryin' to sleep and you butt in
And hobble, hobble, hobble, hobble, with your chin
There ain't nobody here but us chickens
There ain't nobody here at all
You're stompin' around and shakin' the ground
Kicking up an awful dust
We chickens tryin' to sleep and you butt in
And hobble, hobble, hobble, hobble, it's a sin
Tomorrow is a busy day
We got things to do, we got eggs to lay
We got ground to dig and worms to scratch
It takes a lot of sittin', gettin' chicks to hatch
Oh, there ain't nobody here but us chickens
There ain't nobody here at all
So quiet yourself and stop that fuss
There ain't nobody here but us
Kindly point the gun the other way
And hobble, hobble, hobble, hobble off and hit the hay
Tomorrow is a busy day
We got things to do, we got eggs to lay
We got ground to dig and worms to scratch
It takes a lot of sittin', gettin' chicks to hatch
Oh, there ain't nobody here but us chickens
There ain't nobody here at all
So quiet yourself and stop that fuss
There ain't nobody here but us
Kindly point the gun the other way
And hobble, hobble, hobble, hobble off and hit the hay
Hey, hey boss man, what do you say?
It's easy, pickins, there ain't nobody here but us chickens
Ain't Nobody Here But Us Chickens
King Crimson's "Ain't Nobody Here But Us Chickens" stands as a distinctive song in the band's eclectic catalogue, blending progressive rock structures with whimsical, almost theatrical elements. The track exemplifies the group's signature approach to fusion, where complex time signatures and intricate guitar work coexist with playful, narrative-driven melodies. Released during a period of intense experimentation, the song reflects the band's willingness to explore unconventional themes and sonic landscapes, moving beyond standard rock tropes into more surreal territory. Its inclusion in the discography highlights the band's commitment to artistic risk-taking and their unique voice within the progressive rock genre, offering listeners a glimpse into their creative evolution and the specific musical textures that defined their later work.
