Alison (My Aim Is True) Lyrics
Elvis Costello
Lyrics
Oh it's so funny to be seeing you after so long, girl
And with the way you look I understand
That you were not impressed but I heard
You let that little friend of mine
Take off your party dress
I'm not gonna to get too sentimental
Like those other sticky valentines
'Cause I don't know if you are loving
Somebody, I only know it isn't mine
Alison, I know this world is killing you
Oh, Alison, my aim is true
Well I see you've got a husband now
Did he leave your pretty fingers lying
In the wedding cake? You used to hold him
Right in your hand, I bet he took all he could take
Sometimes I wish that I could stop you from talking
When I hear the silly things that you say
I think somebody better put out the big light
'Cause I can't stand to see you this way
Alison, I know this world is killing you
Oh, Alison, my aim is true, my aim is true
Alison, I know this world is killing you
Oh, Alison, my aim is true, my aim is true
My aim is true
my aim is true
my aim is true
my aim is true
my aim is true
my aim is true
my aim is true
my aim is true...
Song & Lyrics Facts
Elvis Costello's "Alison" is a classic song from his 1977 debut album, My Aim Is True. Written by Elvis Costello and Clive Langer, the track was released on July 22nd, 1977 as the second single off of the album.
It has become one of Costello's best-known songs, with its lyrics detailing an unrequited love between two people who are no longer together. The band accompanying Costello consists of Steve Nieve (keyboards), Bruce Thomas (bass) and Pete Thomas (drums). The melancholic tune features Costello's signature voice and a catchy hook that will stick in your head for days. With its cleverly written lyrics, it is easy to see why this song remains a fan favorite over 40 years later.