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21 Misheard Song Lyrics That Are Just as Fun
We’ve all been there. You’re singing along to your favorite tune, feeling the music, and suddenly you realize you’ve been belting out the wrong lyrics. Sometimes these misheard lyrics are so funny or relatable that they might even improve the song! Here are 21 hilarious examples that prove we’re not alone in our lyrical blunders.
1. “Purple Haze” by Jimi Hendrix
Many fans hear: “Excuse me while I kiss this guy.” It’s actually: “Excuse me while I kiss the sky.” But hey, maybe Jimi was just being friendly!
2. “I Want to Hold Your Hand” by The Beatles
Some folks sing: “I get high, I get high, I get high.” What it really says: “I can’t hide, I can’t hide, I can’t hide.” Either way, it’s a mood booster.
3. “Tiny Dancer” by Elton John
Listeners often hear: “Hold me closer, Tony Danza.” The true line is: “Hold me closer, tiny dancer.” But picturing Tony Danza is amusing, right?
4. “We Will Rock You” by Queen
People sometimes say: “Kicking your cat all over the place.” The actual line: “Kicking your can all over the place.” Cats everywhere breathe a sigh of relief.
5. “Like a Virgin” by Madonna
Misheard as: “Like a virgin, touched for the thirty-first time.” It’s really: “Touched for the very first time.” Thirty-one times might be too much for some!
6. “Dancing Queen” by ABBA
Often heard as: “See that girl, watch her scream, kicking the dancing queen.” The real lyrics: “Watch that scene, diggin’ the dancing queen.” Let’s hope no one kicks the queen!
7. “Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)” by Eurythmics
Some hear: “Sweet dreams are made of cheese.” The actual words: “Sweet dreams are made of this.” Cheese lovers might prefer the switch!
8. “Bohemian Rhapsody” by Queen
Misheard as: “Saving his life from this warm sausage tea.” The real lyrics: “Spare him his life from this monstrosity.” It paints quite the picture, doesn’t it?
9. “Bad Moon Rising” by Creedence Clearwater Revival
Fans often hear: “There’s a bathroom on the right.” The true line is: “There’s a bad moon on the rise.” Both are handy to know!
10. “Living on a Prayer” by Bon Jovi
People sing: “It doesn’t make a difference if we’re naked or not.” It’s actually: “It doesn’t make a difference if we make it or not.” Naked or not, it’s still a classic.
11. “Hotel California” by The Eagles
Misheard as: “On a dark desert highway, cool whip in my hair.” The correct lyrics: “Cool wind in my hair.” Cool whip sounds delicious, though!
12. “I Can See Clearly Now” by Johnny Nash
Heard as: “I can see clearly now, Lorraine is gone.” The true words: “The rain is gone.” Poor Lorraine!
13. “We Built This City” by Starship
Some people sing: “We built this city on sausage rolls.” The real lyrics: “We built this city on rock and roll.” Sausage rolls would be tasty, though!
14. “Every Time You Go Away” by Paul Young
Misheard as: “Every time you go away, you take a piece of meat with you.” The real words: “You take a piece of me with you.” Maybe pack a snack next time?
15. “Africa” by Toto
People often hear: “I left my brains down in Africa.” The actual line: “I bless the rains down in Africa.” Leaving brains behind could be problematic!
16. “With or Without You” by U2
Misheard as: “I can’t live, with or without shoes.” The real lyrics: “With or without you.” Shoes are important, after all!
17. “Rolling in the Deep” by Adele
Fans often hear: “You could have had it all, rolling in the sheep.” The actual words: “Rolling in the deep.” Sheep sound cozy, though!
18. “Bennie and the Jets” by Elton John
Misheard as: “She’s got electric boobs, a mohair suit.” The true line: “She’s got electric boots, a mohair suit.” Electric boobs might be a fashion statement!
19. “Chasing Pavements” by Adele
Some people sing: “Should I give up, or should I just keep chasing penguins?” The real lyrics: “Chasing pavements.” Penguins would be a fun chase!
20. “Blank Space” by Taylor Swift
Misheard as: “Got a lot of Starbucks lovers.” The correct line: “Got a long list of ex-lovers.” Starbucks lovers do tend to be loyal!
21. “Drift Away” by Dobie Gray
People hear: “Give me the Beach Boys and free my soul.” The actual lyrics: “Give me the beat, boys, and free my soul.” Beach Boys are always a good choice!
So, next time you find yourself singing the wrong words, remember you’re in good company. And who knows? Your version might just be better!
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