Heath Eater: Critiquing My Song to the Tune of "I'm a Believer

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around a song parody written to the tune of "I'm a Believer," focusing on the theme of Heath candy bars. Participants engage in light-hearted commentary about the lyrics, the original song, and the nature of parody music.

Discussion Character

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Main Points Raised

  • A participant shares original lyrics about Heath candy bars, expressing humor and personal experience related to the candy.
  • Another participant suggests that "Weird Al" Yankovic might pay for the parody, indicating a playful tone.
  • A follow-up comment humorously exaggerates the potential value of the song, dismissing the suggestion of Weird Al's involvement as a lack of appreciation for musical genius.
  • Several participants note that "I'm a Believer" was originally recorded by the Monkees, with some confirming the lyrics are the same as the Smash Mouth version.
  • One participant comments on the generational gap, suggesting that many may not recognize the original song due to age.
  • Another participant humorously reacts to the generational comment, indicating a playful rivalry about age and knowledge of music.
  • A final comment reflects on the nature of truth and time, adding a whimsical element to the discussion.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the humorous nature of the lyrics and the recognition of the original song by the Monkees, but there is no consensus on the value of the parody or its potential reception by a wider audience.

Contextual Notes

Some participants express uncertainty about the familiarity of the original song among younger members, which may influence their appreciation of the parody.

Who May Find This Useful

Readers interested in music parodies, songwriting, or the cultural impact of classic songs may find this discussion engaging.

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Okay, I wrote this song on whim.
Its about Heath candy bars and sung to the tune of Smash Mouth's, "I'm a Believer"

I thought joy was only found in commercials.
Meant for someone else 'till I found Heath
Cops were out to get me,
cause I stole a Heath,
Dentists and doctors haunted all my dreams...
Then I took a bite,
now I'm a Heath eater.
And all the lard, went to my behind.
Heaven above,
Gave me my Heath bar you couldn't take it if you pried...
I thought food was more or less a taken thing.
The more I eat the more I'm fat oh yeah.
What's the use of Hershy's?
All you get is cane.
When I wanted sweet bars I got plain...
Then I took a bite,
Now I'm a Heath eater.
And not a trace, of doubt in my mind.
Oh heaven above...
gave me this Heath bar you couldn't take it if you pried.
What's the use of eatin', all of that plain?
When I wanted Heath bars I got pain...
Then I took a bite...
Now I'm a believer yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah.

Disclaimer: I'm not fat.
 
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weird Al might pay a dollar for that...
 
A Dollar!??
Whoa, I'm getting richer all the time.

But Weird Al? No J-man, you just don't know musical genius when it punches you in the face.
 
"I'm a Believer" was first recorded by the "Monkees".
 
Yeah, I knew it was the Monkees, but I want sure the lyrics were the same.
 
Originally posted by Evo
"I'm a Believer" was first recorded by the "Monkees".
Guess what! Ivan sent me to this site last night to check out photon's song, and, after reading it, I said to him "I wonder who will get in there and point out that this was a Monkee's song before Smash Mouth re-did it."
I should have KNOWN it would be my twin-sister-separated-at-birth!
:wink:

Photon - the words are the same as far as I can tell.
 
Of course most people on here weren't even born when the song first came out, so they wouldn't have known the tune if he had said Monkees.

BTW, photon, funny lyrics!
 
Originally posted by Evo
Of course most people on here weren't even born when the song first came out, so they wouldn't have known the tune if he had said Monkees.

BTW, photon, funny lyrics!
Oh, THAT's it! Just RUB IT IN!
 
Sometimes, the truth hurts...

But, ...it is what it is...

BTW Tsunami, we operate outside of time so none of this pertains to us...shhhh" :wink:
 

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