So apparently it's "if it hadn't been for Cotton Eye Joe, I'd (have) been married (a) long time 'go". And if it hadn't been for poor audio mixing, obscure language, strange choices in emphasis by the singer and a host of other reasons, we'd all have understood many more lyrics a long time 'go, too.
For this bounty, give us a few other misheard song lyrics. They can be either real - that is, songs where you actually can't make out the words - or you can change a letter here or there to invent your own and give us a laugh; same principle as the Lizard of Oz bounty over on Film and TV.
Give us your funny or common misheard song lyrics in writing, with optional but encouraged links to the official video that inspired them. The 10 best submissions get $2 apiece! (You can still enter with Cotton Eye Joe, by the way. I've no idea what I thought the lyric was either.)
Task: Share common misheard lyrics or invent funny ones
Format: Written with video links
How to submit a written entry:
Hit the 'submit to this bounty' button just below this description - do not use the reply button unless you just want to comment on the thread, as replies will not be counted as entries!
Add a written response and feel free to include images.
How to submit a third-party video link:
Hit the 'submit to this bounty' button just below this description - do not use the reply button unless you just want to comment on the thread, as replies will not be counted as entries!
Add a link to the YouTube, Twitch, Instagram, Facebook, or TikTok video you'd like to share, and click the 'expand' button so we can view the video on Just About.
Add a few sentences of context or commentary on the video or its creator.
Once the deadline closes, we’ll pick 10 submissions, award $2 to each of the winners, and may share them as curated content.
Disclaimer: Geographical and age restrictions apply. Please see our Terms of Use for more information on how bounties are created and rewarded on Just About. One reward available per member.
Take care not to breach copyright. Check our copyright policy before submitting.
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