Discover the poetic beauty in ‘Twang Bar King’ by Adrian Belew. This lyric breakdown takes you on a journey through the artist’s thoughts, emotions, and the story they aim to tell. From clever metaphors to evocative imagery, we delve into the nuances that make this song a lyrical masterpiece. Whether you’re a fan of Adrian Belew or a lover of well-crafted words, our detailed analysis will give you a deeper understanding and appreciation of this song.
Well, maybe you’re thinkin’ I’m outasight
‘Cause I know you saw me kickin’ at the gig last night
Maybe, baby, that’s why they call
Twang bar king
Rip bash smash, burn up a fret
I can keep it in tune and nearly beat it to death
Yes, baby baby, that’s why they call me
Twang bar king
Well I can bash smash beat rip tear out the guts
Burn it up and make it scream
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Ooohhh, listen, baby
I ain’t braggin’ but I’m the twang bar king
Twang bar
King