Dogs & Birds

Robbie Williams · Other Songs - Robbie Williams

And this day on edge we forget that we're animals

Any wonder

We're all so alone

Mama I feel so ashamed

We're just chemical

I didn't make it

But the bed is my home



And someone told me

The dog said to the bird

"Do you sing the same song everyday of your life?"

But she don't say a word

She just swings on her thing and she sings



The writing still on the wall is eligible

The wrong answer etched on my brain

Venus and Mars are now further apart than they've ever been

We better face it

We're just not the same



Then I remember

The dog said to the bird

"Do you sing the same song everyday of your life?"

But she don't say a word

She just swings on her thing and she sings



Oh what a shame all the trouble we went through for second place

Now they're selling

Space on the moon

Speaking in tongues we don't know what's been said till the morning comes

You better worry

There's a storm coming soon



Still recalling

The dog said to the bird

"Do you sing the same song everyday of your life?"

But she don't say a word

She just swings on her thing and she sings



The dog said to the bird

"Do you sing the same song everyday of your life?"

But she don't say a word

She just swings on her thing and she sings

Dogs & Birds

Released by Robbie Williams in 2004, 'Dogs & Birds' stands as a defining track from his *Swing When You're Winning* era, blending upbeat pop-rock with a distinct British indie sensibility. The song's driving rhythm and Williams' characteristic vocal delivery capture the restless energy of the mid-2000s music scene, reflecting themes of freedom and the search for identity that permeate his discography. As a key component of his broader catalog, the recording showcases his evolution from his earlier boy-band roots to a more mature, guitar-driven sound that resonated with a wide audience. Its enduring popularity highlights Williams' ability to craft anthems that balance commercial appeal with genuine emotional resonance, cementing his status as a significant figure in modern pop music.