Slippery People - Live
Slippery People - Live

Talking Heads - Slippery People - Live Lyrics

Rock
Sep 12, 1984
47
Slippery People - Live Music Video

Slippery People - Live Lyrics

What about the time?
You were rollin' over
Fall on your face
You must be having fun
Walk lightly!
Think of a time.
You'd best believe
This think is real

Put away that gun
This part is simple
Try to recognize
What is in you mind
God help us!
Help us loose our minds
These slippery people
help us understand

what's the matter with him? (He's alright!)
I see his face (The lord won't mind)
Don't play no games (He's alright)
Love from the bottom to the top
Turn like a whee (He's alright)
See for yourself (The lord won't mind)
We're gonna move (Right now)
Turn like a wheel inside a wheel

I remember when
Sittin' in the tub
Pulled out the plug
The water was runnin' out
Cool down
Stop acting crazy
They're gonna leave
And we'll be on our own
Seven times five
They were living creatures
Watch 'em come to life
Right before your eyes
Backsliding!
How do you do?
These slippery people
Gonna see you through

Writer(s): Chris Frantz, David Byrne, Jerry Harrison, Tina Weymouth
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. When was the live version of 'Slippery People' released?

    The live version of 'Slippery People' was released in 1984 as the lead single from Talking Heads' live album 'Stop Making Sense.'

  2. Which album features the studio version of 'Slippery People'?

    'Slippery People' originally appeared on Talking Heads' 1983 album 'Speaking in Tongues.'

  3. What unique element is incorporated into the performance of 'Slippery People'?

    'Slippery People' features a question-and-answer format between David Byrne and the background choir, inspired by gospel music.

  4. Was there a dance version made for 'Slippery People'?

    Yes, a 12"-dance version of 'Slippery People' was created to be played in clubs. This version includes recordings not found in the original album track.

  5. In which film can you see the live performance of 'Slippery People'?

    'Slippery People' is featured in the concert film 'Stop Making Sense,' where it serves as part of the sequence used to build up the stage set.

  6. Did any other tracks get replaced by 'Slippery People' on the live album?

    'Slippery People' ended up on the live album instead of 'This Must Be the Place (Naive Melody)' and 'Crosseyed and Painless,' which were initially planned for inclusion.

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