Todd sat right next to me at a Beach Boys show at Saratoga Performing Arts Center in 85 really a nice guy no one knew it was him-still have a signed ballcap
Obviously he's not saying women are stupid, just as a comment to make his friend feel better. Even if it's considered sexist, it's definitely not as bad as it is in a lot music today
Who cares if the lyrics DO make an off color sexist jab, it doesn't have to be politically correct! Things were different back then,,those who were there remember. We didn't take ourselves THAT seriously.
Just a wonderful infectious song that should be a classic... maybe it is? Todd is not calling women stupid any more than women call men dumb. Todd might not like his early ear candy but performers are not the best to evaluate their own best work. And this is special ear candy ..
He called his pop hits "ear candy" and this one is no exception. This song is funny, sweet, and downright contagious. "They may be stupid but they sure are fun" is a punchline that still makes me smile. That is what Todd Rundgren tried and succeeded in doing in this "buddy story" put to music. "Rundgren, friend, you're my pal, you say when and I'll say how...."
always loved this song..even tho I'm a woman. Guys think women are stupid and women think men are stupid.. It's called the battle of the sexes. However--It's "We Gotta Get You a Woman"..not women. BTW men are sure stupid but fun too.
@DJMeowMax exactly. Saying "women are stupid" or "men are stupid" is just something people say to cheer up their lovelorn friends. It's a song about friendship, after all; and a lovely one at that.
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"they may be stupid but they sure are fun" is a disturbing line from this song. I hope this washed up old fuck isn't insulting women in his played out lyrics.
like his music..don't know him. better washed up than never been - your time would be better spent educating yourself. I feel guilty deriding you, it's like stepping on a bug - needed, but unfullfilling.
Wauqhuelin- he is talking about his feelings toward a woman being stupid but fun- not the woman. This is a song about emerging romantic feelings in adolescence OK? Please stop insulting Todd simply because he has reached 60 years of age. Instead, check out what he has done over an amazing musical career.
Thank you! Plus you must show the fact that could easily be applied to a 6o-year-old all the same. Perhaps it is an older man discussing love with his son or grandson.
Ugly?You must be a dude...I know plenty of women that would "tap that"~~~I among many other would love to spend time with Todd ~~~most men would love to know what he has that is sooo enticing ~~~~"such an ugly dude!!! You wish you had that something that Todd has "great voice "something different that you will never have..........Yikes..........harsh..however, you asked for it
rox thanks for postin this,i was in the 8th grade in early 1971 when todd had this hit.when i hear these old songs i think back to my jr high school days 1969-1972.a good friend of mine got run over and died on july 24 1972.we were 14 when he died.and these songs help me recall happy times.
There is an elephant like roar at the very end. I have heard that "seeing the elephant" was a slang in the "old days" for a male losing his virginity, especially to a prostitute. Comments? Info?
"Go to see the elephant" was once soldiers' slang for first combat experience. Possibly it stems from the time of the ancient Romans fighting the Carthagenians and their war elephants.
Out of all the Todd Rundgren songs played on "oldies" radio, this is one that IS NEVER PLAYED even though it got a lot of airtime in 1972. I haven't heard this song in at least 30 years but God bless YouTube, you can find anything on it. Thanks for "We Gotta Get You A Woman"!
Todd sat right next to me at a Beach Boys show at Saratoga Performing Arts Center in 85 really a nice guy no one knew it was him-still have a signed ballcap
doug66666 5 days ago
Obviously he's not saying women are stupid, just as a comment to make his friend feel better. Even if it's considered sexist, it's definitely not as bad as it is in a lot music today
rachelleforever 2 weeks ago in playlist Favorite videos
love it todd.
bobaveyard56 2 weeks ago
WHY DO YOU CRITISIZE SONG LYRICS? ENJOY!
bobaveyard56 2 weeks ago
The roller skating rink in Calhoun, GA, maybe 1971.. This was my favorite song to skate to.
jejones211 1 month ago
Who cares if the lyrics DO make an off color sexist jab, it doesn't have to be politically correct! Things were different back then,,those who were there remember. We didn't take ourselves THAT seriously.
rmsdurell 1 month ago 2
@rmsdurell Too many rules & regulations these days..
AbbyNormal777 5 days ago
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werebabesbitchess 1 month ago
Just a wonderful infectious song that should be a classic... maybe it is? Todd is not calling women stupid any more than women call men dumb. Todd might not like his early ear candy but performers are not the best to evaluate their own best work. And this is special ear candy ..
11xzxzxz 2 months ago
Proof that at one time Todd wrote better pop songs than even Lennon/McCartney
Kingrizla2000 2 months ago in playlist YouTube Mix for Todd Rundgren
His best tune far and away.
lebarosky 3 months ago
He called his pop hits "ear candy" and this one is no exception. This song is funny, sweet, and downright contagious. "They may be stupid but they sure are fun" is a punchline that still makes me smile. That is what Todd Rundgren tried and succeeded in doing in this "buddy story" put to music. "Rundgren, friend, you're my pal, you say when and I'll say how...."
MsKath1eena 6 months ago 4
i am 55 years old and want my 20 year old son to listen to this he needs his friends to feel this way
fys101 8 months ago 4
always loved this song..even tho I'm a woman. Guys think women are stupid and women think men are stupid.. It's called the battle of the sexes. However--It's "We Gotta Get You a Woman"..not women. BTW men are sure stupid but fun too.
DJMeowMax 8 months ago 2
@DJMeowMax exactly. Saying "women are stupid" or "men are stupid" is just something people say to cheer up their lovelorn friends. It's a song about friendship, after all; and a lovely one at that.
RetinendParadox 2 months ago
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What Damn Idiot wrote this Sh#@!!!! Booo!! :p
pirochta1 9 months ago
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What Damn Idoit wrote this Sh#@!!!! Booo!! :p
pirochta1 9 months ago
awesome dude my favorite songs are.....
"golden goose" and this song
dragonxz61 3 years ago
Todd is such a genius!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Cielodrive 3 years ago 2
"they may be stupid but they sure are fun"???
are you kidding me??
dkrende 3 years ago
The song still cracks me up
sneaker0387 3 years ago
@dkrende It was the era... Classic
Slvrskye000 8 months ago
Todd can make you feel the emotion that is in all his songs. A great performer and a great sonwriter.
rundoetx 3 years ago
from march 1971, when i was in the 8th grade.i still love this song.how high did this get on billboards top 100, in the top 20 anyway.
peteboy1113 3 years ago
this song gives me hope.. love it
tyrone137 3 years ago
We love Todd.
LOVE LOVE LOVE Todd to death.
DanManSF 3 years ago
My favorite Todd Rundgren tune....the dude could write some decent songs (and a LOT of shit!)
MANHATTANBEEFMAN 3 years ago 2
This is a gorgeous song period.A classic in the true sense of the word.
levenshon 3 years ago 3
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"they may be stupid but they sure are fun" is a disturbing line from this song. I hope this washed up old fuck isn't insulting women in his played out lyrics.
wauquelin 3 years ago
are there any more sensitive men than todd/ get over yourself. better washed than never been loser
philbruin 3 years ago 2
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Go suck the old fogey's dried up old cock if you love him so much.
wauquelin 3 years ago
lesbian? closet gay? or just lost out in the iq lottery - i don't need to suck cock to appreciate good music. loser
philbruin 3 years ago
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He's a washed up old twat like you are. That's why you like him.
wauquelin 3 years ago
like his music..don't know him. better washed up than never been - your time would be better spent educating yourself. I feel guilty deriding you, it's like stepping on a bug - needed, but unfullfilling.
philbruin 3 years ago 3
Wauqhuelin- he is talking about his feelings toward a woman being stupid but fun- not the woman. This is a song about emerging romantic feelings in adolescence OK? Please stop insulting Todd simply because he has reached 60 years of age. Instead, check out what he has done over an amazing musical career.
joey3244 3 years ago 8
Thank you! Plus you must show the fact that could easily be applied to a 6o-year-old all the same. Perhaps it is an older man discussing love with his son or grandson.
Withloveme2u 3 years ago
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i am 15 years old and i LOVE this song
ellienanx0 3 years ago
Get over it
sneaker0387 3 years ago
this song is the best in the movie the ringer!!!! :] JEFFYYYY!
BALLIN69videos 3 years ago
lol i totally agree!!! that movie rox!!!
TokioToons 3 years ago
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such an ugly dude for a nice voice
fce311 3 years ago
Ugly?You must be a dude...I know plenty of women that would "tap that"~~~I among many other would love to spend time with Todd ~~~most men would love to know what he has that is sooo enticing ~~~~"such an ugly dude!!! You wish you had that something that Todd has "great voice "something different that you will never have..........Yikes..........harsh..however, you asked for it
JennaP46 3 years ago 2
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Maybe 40 years ago he was marginally attractive. Who the fuck wants some old azz 60 year old?? Women would tap his wallet at this point.
wauquelin 3 years ago
only 3,046 veiws!!!??? this song is to good for only 3,o36!
chickenbutt448 3 years ago
rox thanks for postin this,i was in the 8th grade in early 1971 when todd had this hit.when i hear these old songs i think back to my jr high school days 1969-1972.a good friend of mine got run over and died on july 24 1972.we were 14 when he died.and these songs help me recall happy times.
peteboy1113 3 years ago
There is an elephant like roar at the very end. I have heard that "seeing the elephant" was a slang in the "old days" for a male losing his virginity, especially to a prostitute. Comments? Info?
kalki02 3 years ago
"Go to see the elephant" was once soldiers' slang for first combat experience. Possibly it stems from the time of the ancient Romans fighting the Carthagenians and their war elephants.
apatientspider 3 years ago
This song was just on Dick Bartleys oldies show as one of the mystery tunes
Cubjockey 3 years ago
Out of all the Todd Rundgren songs played on "oldies" radio, this is one that IS NEVER PLAYED even though it got a lot of airtime in 1972. I haven't heard this song in at least 30 years but God bless YouTube, you can find anything on it. Thanks for "We Gotta Get You A Woman"!
wlhardy 3 years ago 4
Thank you for posting the lyrics.
I can't believe how much improvisation I do on lyrics.
donboles 3 years ago
I LOVE TODD RUNGDREN!!!
dramaqueen7757 3 years ago 3
Excellente. Todd is classic
roscoegino 3 years ago 3
OMG!!! i love this!!!
this is like one my all-time fave songs!!!
=)
Surfers7 3 years ago 2