Wind-Up Toy
Alice Cooper · Hey Stoopid
In my room all painted white
I have my bat and rubber ball
I like to sleep with them at night
But now I'm all smiles
The good little shots must be winning
Yes, they crank my dial
My motor is stalled but my wheels are still spinning
Daddy won't discuss me
What a state I must be
Mommy couldn't stand living with a wind-up toy
All my friends live on the floor
Tiny legs and tiny eyes
They're free to crawl under the door
And, and someday soon so will I
But now I'm all smiles
These good little shots must be working
I'm so happy now
Look, my fingers don't shake and my head isn't jerking
Daddy won't discuss me
What a pain I must be
Mommy couldn't stand having such a wound-up boy
Doctors want to check me
Poke me and dissect me
What do they expect?
Feelings from a wound-up toy?
I don't think so
I'm just a wound-up toy
I'm just a wind-up toy
I'm lost in a nightmare
Shiny white halls
Drawing rats on the wall
Solitary confinement
Chained in a cell
Got my own private hell
Preacher crucifies me
Warden wants to fry me
I was never young
Never just a little boy
Daddy won't discuss me
What a pain I must be
Mama couldn't stand having such a wound-up boy
I'm just a wind-up toy
I'm a wind-up toy
I'm just a wind-up toy I'm just a wind-up toy
"They come here everynight.
I see them. Don't you see them?
Hmm, that's odd, isn't it?
I'm so tired, I'm winding down.
You'll have to go now, it's bedtime!"
"Steven..."
Wind-Up Toy
Wind-Up Toy appears on Alice Cooper's 1995 album Hey Stoopid, marking a period where the rock icon explored more experimental and theatrical sounds. The track reflects Cooper's enduring ability to blend horror-infused rock with playful, macabre storytelling. Released during an era of shifting musical landscapes, the song contributes to a discography that balances classic shock rock with modern production techniques. As part of the Hey Stoopid collection, it showcases the artist's continued relevance and willingness to push creative boundaries. The recording stands as a testament to Cooper's legacy, offering fans a glimpse into his evolving artistic vision while maintaining the distinctive character that has defined his career for decades.