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song: All That That Implies
artist: Michael Penn
album: Resigned
released: 1997-07-21length: 4:00
5.8
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Filibust and hesitate
You say I procrastinate
And that my heart beat's second rate
To one you'll recognize

I know that you are drawn to it
So all I am is counterfeit
It pulls you so you must submit
Like ant to honeydew

What I once took as remedies
Are only chalk hypotheses
'Tis the season for a breeze
To blow them all away

To add insult to injury
The sum you get means I agree
So you can call that empathy
And find someone else to blame

You say it's truth and nothing but
Baby, I sympathize

All that that implies are lies
Surprise, surprise
All that that implies are lies
Surprise, surprise
They're lies, surprise, surprise

Take this heart and claim a stake
Shove it through so I can't wake
The cock will crow, the day will break
But I won't be around

And it may be the kindest cut
Word comes in edgewise

All that that implies are lies
Surprise, surprise
All that that implies are lies
Surprise, surprise
They're lies, surprise, surprise
Michael Penn

Michael Daniel Penn (born August 1, 1958) is an American musician, singer and composer. His 1989 single "No Myth" was a top 20 hit in the US and successful in several other countries.

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Comments ( 31 )
Posted 10 years ago by Catsy61:
Hannio wrote:


Kind of a chauvinistic view. 

 

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Posted 14 years ago by Hannio:
Krispian wrote:


Yes, let's not trash/bash each other. I thought RP listeners would be more enlightened than, say, New Country lovers... please tell me I'm right!
 

Kind of a chauvinistic view. 
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Posted 18 years ago by babygirl614:
pianocomposer wrote:
This guy is proof that talent runs in the family. His brother Sean is an excellent actor. I think his lyrics are direct and his music is unique and beautiful.
Hear, hear! I like Michael Penn's voice, it's distinctive in the same way as Neil Finn's.
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Posted 19 years ago by pianocomposer:
gjeeg wrote:
It always hurts to hear a favorite artist of mine trashed by others. What is this trashing / "I piss on what you like" impulse? Is it the anonymity of the Web? If you can't say something kind and excited why indulge in bashing? I've enjoyed countless hours of Penn's work. You enjoy what you enjoy. Let it Be.
This guy is proof that talent runs in the family. His brother Sean is an excellent actor. I think his lyrics are direct and his music is unique and beautiful.
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Posted 19 years ago by Roverfish:
physicsgenius wrote:
Speed this song up by 50% and get someone who can sing more than one note and you might have something I'd be proud to rate 6.
No doubt the artists of the world, starting with Mr. Penn, are rushing to re-make this tune to your liking. Likeable tune.
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Posted 21 years ago by Johray63:
Great, direct "into your face" sound. Those "march" pieces, keep it really playful.
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Posted 22 years ago by KurtfromLaQuinta:
Originally Posted by lily33: my favorite michael penn song!
it's my second favorite. my first is "strange season". i sent that to bill a little back, maybe he'll play it soon?
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Posted 22 years ago by :
my favorite michael penn song!
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Posted 1 year ago by lily34:
 AlienRelic wrote:

I think this deserves The Decemberists "Meet me on my vast veranda My sweet, untouched Miranda" cheesy lyrics award.



nah, he's soooo much better than the decemberists.
try some of his stuff with his wife aimee mann.
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Posted 18 years ago by Land_Shark:
gjeeg wrote:
It always hurts to hear a favorite artist of mine trashed by others. What is this trashing / "I piss on what you like" impulse? Is it the anonymity of the Web? If you can't say something kind and excited why indulge in bashing? I've enjoyed countless hours of Penn's work. You enjoy what you enjoy. Let it Be.
That's what makes this so much fun to read. A favortie to one person may not be a favorite to another and sometimes it is nice to hear why. I think calling it "bashing" is a bit extreme. Enjoy what you like ... others can't change that.
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Posted 18 years ago by Krispian:
gjeeg wrote:
It always hurts to hear a favorite artist of mine trashed by others. What is this trashing / "I piss on what you like" impulse? Is it the anonymity of the Web? If you can't say something kind and excited why indulge in bashing? I've enjoyed countless hours of Penn's work. You enjoy what you enjoy. Let it Be.
Yes, let's not trash/bash each other. I thought RP listeners would be more enlightened than, say, New Country lovers... please tell me I'm right!
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Posted 18 years ago by bev:
Flying_Donut wrote:
Boy do I dislike this. Michael Penn is the living embodiment of all that is bad with "progressive-alternative" music. The whining lyrics, the overdubbed back beat, the "sensitive guy" stuff. I really could do without him and his ilk.
Yup, agreed...
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Posted 19 years ago by gjeeg:
It always hurts to hear a favorite artist of mine trashed by others. What is this trashing / "I piss on what you like" impulse? Is it the anonymity of the Web? If you can't say something kind and excited why indulge in bashing? I've enjoyed countless hours of Penn's work. You enjoy what you enjoy. Let it Be.
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Posted 20 years ago by trekhead:
Hmm, first there was The The now we have 'All That That Implies' huh, music is funny that way...
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Posted 20 years ago by JokesandJokesandJokes:
Businessgypsy wrote:
This sounds just like Michael Penn! He should cover some Michael Penn songs!
HAHA very funny dumbass tosser wanker!!
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Posted 20 years ago by Businessgypsy:
This sounds just like Michael Penn! He should cover some Michael Penn songs!
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Posted 21 years ago by nbsdawn:
I like most of what Michael Penn has to offer, and hadn't heard anything off of this album yet. Not his best, but still good to hear. Still trying to find out where I can get a copy of the version of "No Myth" that ya'll played earlier this week, or late last week.
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Posted 22 years ago by lily34:
Originally Posted by suncat: I can't stand this tune. It sounds so "overplayed commercial radio." Easily forgotten. www.suncat.net
funny, i never ever heard it on the radio. not even NPR. oh well.
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Posted 9 years ago by vesta0424:
Do I hear bagpipes?  Why does he sing through his nose?  I am not getting something.
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Posted 18 years ago by ruthless:
nbsdawn wrote:
I like most of what Michael Penn has to offer, and hadn't heard anything off of this album yet. Not his best, but still good to hear. I agree. HAve not heard this before. Not up to his ususal.
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