Over the past year or two, my older kids (they're 11 and 9 now) have developed an appreciation for They Might be Giants, which is sort of an eclectic, funny alternative band that was formed in the early 80's by two guys named John. They sing a few songs you may have heard of before, including "Birdhouse in Your Soul", "Istanbul not Constantinople", and the theme song from the TV show "Malcolm in the Middle".
Today, when we were out and about, I realized that our four-year old daughter also really loves their music, especially our favorite song, "Doctor Worm". Unless you are a hardcore fan of their music, you probably haven't heard this one before. I have the CD in my car, and I think we listened to this song about 12 times in a row with everyone singing except for the baby.
This probably gives you some insight into what I find funny, and the fact that I really love to sing in the car....and loudly.
I've provided the lyrics below the YouTube video for easy reference if you want to pretend that you're in the Crouchmobile with us sometime. :)
They call me Doctor Worm.
Good morning. How are you? I'm Doctor Worm.
I'm interested in things.
I'm not a real doctor,
But I am a real worm;
I am an actual worm.
I live like a worm.
I like to play the drums.
I think I'm getting good,
But I can handle criticism.
I'll show you what I know,
And you can tell me if you think I'm getting better on the drums.
I'll leave the front un-locked 'cause I can't
Hear the doorbell
When I get into it I can't tell if you are
Watching me twirling the sticks.
When I give the signal, my friend
Rabbi Vole will pay the solo
Some day somebody else besides me will
Call me by my stage name, they will
Call me Dr Worm.
Good Morning how are you, I'm Dr Worm
I'm interested in things.
I'm not a real doctor,
But I am a real worm;
I am an actual worm.
I live like a worm.
I like to play the drums.
I think I'm getting good,
But I can handle criticism.
I'll show you what I know,
And you can tell me if you think I'm getting better on the drums.
I'm not a real doctor,
But they call me Dr. Worm.
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Great Song! My five year old and I love singing in the car, and this would be a great addition to our next homemade cd...I may have to buy it on cd tho'...I have it on cassette (it has been that long since I listened to They Might Be Giants). Happy Father's Day!
Actually, Just checked and I don't even have it on cassette (yes, I still have my cassettes)...Download time for me if I want to pretend I am in the Crouchmobile.
The Crouchmobile must be a fun place to be! Here's wishing you a very happy father's day Jason!
Jason, sometimes you scare me LOL having been a dad to little ones I know the story well, one of the best things about it is you get to be a kid yourself,,,,happy fathers day my friend
Jason, what a wonderful Dad you are!!! One that SINGS in the car?? How cool it that!!! Love it - enjoy your sing alongs and Father Day my friend!!!
Jason Crouch, Broker - Austin Texas Real Estate (512-796-7653) (Austin Texas Homes, LLC): Unfortunately, I've got Windows Vista, which means that my computer speakers only SOME of the time. So I couldn't hear the song, but it seems like you've got the right attitude with your children if you're willing to sing (seemingly) silly songs.
You may be one of the few fathers whose kids know to appreciate you while they're still children.
How fun! With that gang of yours I know you will be having a Happy Father's Day! :o)
Love me some They Might Be Giants. They also did the theme for the Daily Show.
I don't think I could ever go to Turkey, I'd never get that song out of my head as long as I lived.
Happy Father's Day Jason!
I remember Dad talking about worms, it meant we were going fishing.
Bill
Happy Father's Day Pops....enjoy the breakfast in bed from your kids....
Jason, that was quite a departure from your other posts. Maybe the baby doesn't sing yet but I'm sure the rythym is going on there. Go Crouchmobile, Go!
Oh Jason - that cracks me up!! Have a very happy Father's Day - & do a little singin'!!
Car trips are so much more fun when you are all singing at the top of your lungs. Our family has destroyed many artist songs on our trip. Thanks for sharing, have a great Fathers Day.
Having met you in person now, and then this song.....Oh boy!
I'm not sure I want to pull up next to YOU at a light!
I can just imagine the family sing along now!
My son told me once, as I was helping Van Morrison sing Brown Eyed Girl, that it was not time for me to sing.
When I asked when it was time for me to sing, he replied, "When you are by yourself."
He was probably a little over 11, but not by much.
Another example of why you are such a great dad! That crouchmobile must be one fun place!
Hey Jason - Fun video and an interesting tune. Are we there yet??
I know this blog is old, but I love TMBG! And Dr. Worm :) Thanks for sharing, Jason!