PDF Playlist
Lily Allen
About Alfie
"Alfie" is a song by British recording artist Lily Allen from her debut studio album, Alright, Still (2006). Written by Allen and Greg Kurstin, the song was released as the fourth and final single from the album, on 5 March 2007, by Regal Recordings. In the United Kingdom, it was marketed as a double A-side single, along with "Shame for You". While the melody incorporates a sample of Sandie Shaw's "Puppet on a String", the lyrics directly describe Allen's real life younger brother (aged 20 at the time of the single's release), actor Alfie Allen, criticising him for laziness. Contemporary critics gave the song mixed reviews, some complimenting the production, while others considered it fell flat as the album's last song. The single peaked inside the top 20 of the charts in New Zealand and on the UK Singles Chart, where it became her third single to do so. The accompanying music video portrayed Allen's brother as a puppet while the storyline follows the lyrical meaning of the song. The song was performed live by Allen during her 2007 concert tour, as part of the encore.more »
- Year:
- 2007
- 73Views
- Playlists:
- #2
');var c=function(){cf.showAsyncAd(opts)};if(window.cf)c();else{cf_async=!0;var r=document.createElement("script"),s=document.getElementsByTagName("script")[0];r.async=!0;r.src="https://srv.clickfuse.com/showads/showad.js";r.readyState?r.onreadystatechange=function(){if("loaded"==r.readyState||"complete"==r.readyState)r.onreadystatechange=null,c()}:r.onload=c;s.parentNode.insertBefore(r,s)};})();
The easy, fast & fun way to learn how to sing: 30DaySinger.com
Oh, deary meMy little brother's in his bedroom smoking weedI tell him he should get up 'cause it's nearly half past threeHe can't be bothered 'cause he's high on THCI ask him very nicely if he'd like a cup of teaI can't even see you 'cause the room is so smokeyDon't understand how one can watch so much TVMy baby brother Alfie, how I wish that you could seeOh, I only say it 'cause I careSo please can you stop pulling my hairNow, now there's no need to swearPlease don't despair my dear, Mon frereOh, Alfie get up it's a brand new dayI just can't sit back and watch you waste your life awayYou need to get a job because the bills need to get paidGet off your lazy arseAlfie, please use your brainSurely there's some walls out there that you can go and sprayI'm feeling guilty if I leading you astrayNow, how the hell do you ever expect that you'll get laidWhen all you do is stay and play on your computer games?Oh, I only say it 'cause I careSo please can you stop pulling my hairNow, now there's no need to swearPlease don't despair my dear Mon frereOh, little brother, please refrain from doing thatI'm trying to help you out so can you stop being a twatIt's time that you and I sit down and had a little chatJust look me in the eyes take off that stupid fitted capOh, I only say it 'cause I careSo please can you stop pulling my hairNow, now there's no need to swearPlease don't despairPlease don't despairMon frere
The easy, fast & fun way to learn how to sing: 30DaySinger.com
');var c=function(){cf.showAsyncAd(opts)};if(window.cf)c();else{cf_async=!0;var r=document.createElement("script"),s=document.getElementsByTagName("script")[0];r.async=!0;r.src="https://srv.clickfuse.com/showads/showad.js";r.readyState?r.onreadystatechange=function(){if("loaded"==r.readyState||"complete"==r.readyState)r.onreadystatechange=null,c()}:r.onload=c;s.parentNode.insertBefore(r,s)};})();
Lily Allen
Lily Rose Beatrice Cooper (née Allen; born 2 May 1985), well known by her birth name Lily Allen, now professionally known as Lily Rose Cooper, is an English recording artist, actress and fashion designer. She is the daughter of actor and musician Keith Allen and film producer Alison Owen. In her teenage years, her musical tastes evolved from glam rock to alternative. Allen abandoned school and concentrated on improving her performing and compositional skills. She created several demo songs, and in 2005, she created a profile on Myspace where she made some of her recordings public. more »
2 fans
Genre »
Funk / Soul, Pop
Sheet Music PDF Playlist
Written by: Greg Kurstin, Lily Rose Allen
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
10 facts about this song
Song History"Alfie" is a song by British singer Lily Allen from her debut studio album "Alright, Still", which was released in 2006. The song was released as the album's fourth and final single. |
Song ThemeThe song was written by Lily Allen and Greg Kurstin and it's about Lily's younger brother Alfie who used to be lazy and unambitious according to her. |
Celestial SiblingAlfie Allen is now famously known for playing the character Theon Greyjoy in the TV series "Game of Thrones". |
Music VideoThe light-hearted music video for "Alfie" includes a puppet version of Alfie Allen and highlights the idleness and pot smoking the song lyrics talk about. |
Pop Culture ReferenceIn the song, the line “get off your lazy arse” clearly shows Lily Allen's dissatisfaction with her brother's lack of motivation. |
Critical ReceptionDespite the familial controversy, "Alfie" was generally well-received by the critics. Many praised its tongue-in-cheek lyrics and catchy pop melody. |
Awards and RankingsWhile the song didn't make a significant mark on UK charts, it still managed to peak at number 15 on the UK Singles Chart. |
Artist's PerspectiveAlthough this song put Alfie in a less favourable light, Lily Allen has mentioned that the track was all in good fun and that she's proud of her brother's achievements to date. |
Behind The ScenesAccording to producer Greg Kurstin, the song was written quickly, with Allen improvising most of the lyrics. |
ImpactDespite not being her most successful single, "Alfie" still contributed to Allen's rise to fame in the UK. The song has since become a fan favourite and continues to be performed at her concerts. |
more »
