Kooks

Robbie Williams · Other Songs - Robbie Williams

Will you stay in our lover's story

If you stay you won't be sorry

'Cos we believe in you

Soon you'll grow so take a chance

With a couple of kooks hung up on romancing



We bought a lot of things

To keep you warm and dry

A funny old crib on which the paint won't dry

I bought you a pair of shoes

A trumpet you can blow and a book of rules

Of what to say to people when they pick on you

'Cos if you stay with us you're gonna be pretty

Kooky too



Won't you stay in my lover's story

If you stay you won't be sorry

'Cos we believe in you

Soon you'll grow so take a chance

With a couple of kooks hung up on romancing



And if you ever have to go to school

Remember how they messed up this old fool

Don't pick fights with the bullies or the cads

I'm not much cop at fighting other people's dads

And if the homework brings you down

Then we'll throw it on the fire

And take the car down town



Won't you stay in my lover's story

If you stay you won't be sorry

'Cos we believe in you

Soon you'll grow so take a chance

With a couple of kooks hung up on romancing



Won't you stay in my lover's story

If you stay you won't be sorry

'Cos we believe in you

Soon you'll grow so take a chance

With a couple of kooks hung up on romancing

Kooks

Released in 2004, Robbie Williams' 'Kooks' stands as a defining track of the Britpop revival era, blending his signature rock energy with a melodic, anthemic structure. The song captures the restless spirit of early 2000s British pop-rock, featuring driving rhythms and Williams' emotive vocal delivery that became a hallmark of his discography. As a standalone single without a traditional album context, it exemplifies his ability to craft high-energy, radio-friendly rockers that resonated deeply with a generation. The recording showcases his transition from a child prodigy to a mature rock artist, establishing him as a central figure in modern English music. Its enduring popularity highlights the song's ability to transcend its release date, remaining a staple in live performances and a touchstone for fans of his work.