David Byrne
David Byrne
David Byrne
David Byrne
David Byrne
David Byrne
David Byrne
David Byrne
David Byrne
David Byrne
David Byrne & Balanescu Quartet
David Byrne
David Byrne
David Byrne & The Black Cat Orchestra
Byrne wrote this song from the perspective of an immigrant trying to make it in America. It speaks to current concerns about the lack of social mobility in a humorous ad quasi-vulgar way. The protagonist’s idea of America itself is as seductive and yet elusive as a supermodel.
[Verse 1]
I love America
Her secret's safe with me
And I know her wicked ways
The parts you never see
[Chorus 1]
Oh super-girl, you'll be my super-model
Although you have a reputation
Can I afford to move above my station
I'm not the only heart you've conquered
[Verse 2]
And I love America
But boy can she be cruel
And I know how tall she is
Without her platform shoes
[Chorus 2]
Oh super-girl, you'll be my super-model
Although at times it might seem awkward
Don't run away, oh don't you recognize me
I'm not the only heart you've conquered
[Verse 3]
And I kissed America
When she was fleecing me
She knows I understand that she needs to be free
[Verse 4]
And I miss America and sometimes she does too
And sometimes I think of her
When she is fucking you
[Interlude]
I love America
Yo siempre he confiado en ti
I love America
¿Por qué me tratas así?
[Chorus 3]
Oh super-girl, you'll be my super-model
Although your pants are 'round your ankles
And when you're down, I'll be your Dirty Harry
It will be just like in the movies
[Chorus 4]
Oh super-girl, you'll be my super-model
Although at times it might seem awkward
Don't look away, I'll be your teenage fanclub
I'm not the only heart you've conquered
Miss America was written by Joe Galdo & David Byrne.
Miss America was produced by Joe Galdo & David Byrne.
David Byrne released Miss America on Tue Jun 17 1997.