Don't Pick Up The Phone (Pick Up The Phone)
Kim Carnes · Barking At Airplanes [1985]
I have got this friend
She's looking all over town
And she just can't imagine why
She can't find anyone
And when she finds a good boy
She pulls the rope too tight
And then she sends them all out
Screaming in the night
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Don't pick up the phone
Pick up the phone
Don't pick up the phone
Pick up the phone
Don't let 'em know
That you're home alone
Don't pick up the phone
Pick up the phone
Don't pick up the phone
Pick up the phone
Don't let 'em know
That you're all alone
I have got this friend
She travels 'round the sun
She's just looking for the magic
She's just trying to sind someone
And when she finds a good boy
She pulls the rope too tight
And then she sends them all out
Screaming in the night
854-7256
Don't pick up the phone
Pick up the phone
Don't pick up the phone
Pick up the phone
Don't let 'em know
That you're home alone
Don't pick up the phone
Pick up the phone
Don't pick up the phone
Pick up the phone
Don't let 'em know
That you're all alone
I have got this friend
She's looking all over town
And she just can't imagine why
She can't find anyone
854-7256
Don't pick up the phone
Pick up the phone
Don't pick up the phone
Pick up the phone
Don't let 'em know
That you're home alone
Don't pick up the phone
Pick up the phone
Don't pick up the phone
Pick up the phone
Don't let 'em know
That you're all alone
Don't pick it up just because you're all alone
Don't Pick Up The Phone (Pick Up The Phone)
Released in 1985 on Kim Carnes' album Barking At Airplanes, this track stands as a defining moment in her career, blending new wave sensibilities with a distinct pop-rock edge. The song features Carnes' signature vocal delivery, characterized by a raspy, gritty tone that contrasts sharply with the upbeat, driving rhythm of the composition. It captures the anxiety and urgency of modern life, urging listeners to prioritize personal connection over constant communication. As a staple of her discography, the recording exemplifies the era's shift toward more textured, character-driven pop anthems. Its enduring appeal lies in its relatable theme and infectious energy, cementing its place in the catalog of 1980s hits.