While driving back from Greenville today, Matt and I were singing along to Elton John. I sang, "Someone saved my life tonight, Shouldn't ya there?" Matt sang, "Someone saved my life tonight, Sugar Bear."
I immediately thought of this dude:
It turns out Matt was right about the lyrics. But the real question is, why was E.J. singing about Super Sugar Crisp, or its more recent incarnation, Golden Crisp, aka MY FAVORITE CEREAL?
According to the sometimes-reliable source Wikipedia, Sugar Bear had some nemeses, the most interesting of which is "Blob" who eats pickles and soda for breakfast. Pickles and soda? That sounds like a delicious breakfast of toxic acid proportions.
Song lyrics are tricky. I remember thinking the lyrics to Creedence Clearwater Revival's song "Bad Moon Rising" were "I see a bathroom on the right hand, I see trouble on the floor." It makes total sense! I know of many public restrooms that fit the bill.
My sister thought the Steve Miller Band's song "Jet Airliner" was about a big fat woman named "Jedda Lina."
What are your favorite misheard lyrics?
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