Crooked Teeth
Crooked Teeth

Death Cab for Cutie - Crooked Teeth Lyrics

Diving into the heartache of a failed relationship, "Crooked Teeth" captures the emotional turmoil and regret that often accompanies love gone sour. The imagery of a decaying home built in the heart illustrates the fragile foundation on which this love was… Read more

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Crooked Teeth Lyrics

It was one hundred degrees as we sat beneath a willow tree
Whose tears didn't care, they just hung in the air
And refused to fall, to fall

And I knew I'd made a horrible call
And now the state line felt like the Berlin wall
And there was no doubt about which side I was on

'Cause I built you a home in my heart
With rotten wood and it decayed from the start
'Cause you can't find nothing at all
If there was nothing there all along
No, you can't find nothing at all
If there was nothing there all along

I braved treacherous streets
And kids strung out on homemade speed
And we shared a bed in which I could not sleep at all

'Cause at night, the sun in retreat
Made the skyline look like crooked teeth
In the mouth of a man who was devouring us both

You're so cute when you're slurring your speech
But they're closing the bar
And they want us to leave

And you can't find nothing at all
If there was nothing there all along
No, you can't find nothing at all
If there was nothing there all along

I'm a war of head versus heart
And it's always this way
My head is weak, my heart always speaks
Before I know what it will say

And you can't find nothing at all
If there was nothing there all along
No, you can't find nothing at all
If there was nothing there all along (no you can't find)

And you can't find nothing at all
If there was nothing there all along
There were churches, theme parks and malls
There was nothing there all along

Writer(s): Benjamin Gibbard, Christopher Walla
Copyright(s): Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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What is the Meaning of Crooked Teeth?

Diving into the heartache of a failed relationship, "Crooked Teeth" captures the emotional turmoil and regret that often accompanies love gone sour. The imagery of a decaying home built in the heart illustrates the fragile foundation on which this love was based, suggesting it was doomed from the start. The reference to crooked teeth against a skyline portrays how distorted and uneven life feels amidst personal despair. Ultimately, the song conveys a poignant message about searching for something substantial where there was nothing meaningful to begin with. #Relationships #EmotionalStruggle #Regret

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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who wrote the song 'Crooked Teeth' by Death Cab for Cutie?

    The song 'Crooked Teeth' was co-written by Benjamin Gibbard and Christopher Walla, who are members of the band Death Cab for Cutie. Ben Gibbard is the lead singer and guitarist, while Chris Walla played guitar and was involved in production.

  2. What album features the song 'Crooked Teeth'?

    'Crooked Teeth' is featured on Death Cab for Cutie's fifth studio album titled 'Plans.' The album was released in 2005 and has been a significant part of their musical catalog.

  3. When was 'Crooked Teeth' released as a single?

    'Crooked Teeth' was released as the second single from the album 'Plans' on April 11, 2006. It was distributed by Atlantic Records and included two B-side tracks along with the main song.

  4. How did 'Crooked Teeth' perform on music charts?

    'Crooked Teeth' achieved notable success by peaking at number 10 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Modern Rock Tracks chart. This ranking made it one of Death Cab for Cutie's highest-charting songs in the United States at that time.

  5. What inspired Ben Gibbard to write 'Crooked Teeth'?

    In a 2011 episode of VH1 Storytellers, Ben Gibbard mentioned that his inspiration for writing 'Crooked Teeth' came from admiring Raymond Carver’s storytelling style. He aimed to create a narrative involving characters trapped by geography in Southern Florida, reflecting small lives undergoing significant personal trials.

  6. Are there any B-side tracks included with the single release of 'Crooked Teeth'?

    Yes, the single release of 'Crooked Teeth' included two B-side tracks: ‘Talking Like Turnstiles’ and a cover of Julian Cope’s song ‘World Shut Your Mouth.’ These additional tracks provided fans with more content beyond just the main single.

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