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Hip to Be Square Lyrics

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Hip to Be Square Lyrics

I used to be a renegade, I used to fool around But I couldn't take the punishment, and had to settle down Now I'm playing it real straight, and yes I cut my hair You might think I'm crazy, but I don't even care Because I can tell what's going on It's hip to be square I like my bands in business suits, I watch them on TV I'm working out most everyday and watching what I eat They tell me that it's good for me, but I don't even car I know that it's crazy I know that it's nowhere But there is no denying that It's hip to be square It's not too hard to figure out, you see it everyday And those that were the farthest out have gone the other way You see them on the freeway, It don't look like a lot of fun But don't you try to fight it; "An idea who's time has come." Don't tell me that I'm crazy Don't tell me I'm nowhere Take it from me It's hip to be square

Meaning of Hip to Be Square

“Hip to Be Square” captures a nostalgic yearning for stability and conformity amidst the excesses of the late 1980s. The lyrics detail a shift from a rebellious, chaotic past – represented by being a “renegade” – to embracing a more structured, conventional lifestyle. It’s about accepting responsibility, prioritizing health, and finding satisfaction in predictable routines like watching bands on TV and working out. There's a subtle commentary on the fading appeal of counter-culture; those who once embraced unconventionality are now moving away from it. The song evokes a feeling of quiet contentment and a gentle dismissal of perceived craziness. Huey Lewis & the News’ message is ultimately one of embracing the “normal,” suggesting that there’s a certain comfort and validation in aligning oneself with mainstream values, even if it seems a little absurd – "It's hip to be square."

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Hip to Be Square Lyrics