The House Fire Song || Original Song

Two people I know lost their home in a fire, so I decided to exploit that for artistic gain. I'm allowed to use their names--they're in the comedy community; they like attention.

Ann, why does it look like you're jump-cutting in the song?
You can thank my neighbors for dropping furniture on my ceiling through every take. Just cut out the "thumps" and continued playing.

Music and Lyrics by Ann Gustafson

Lyrics:
We know that things seem volatile in this crazy game of life
They always told us Smoking Kills—well, it sure can ignite.
We’re all sorry that this happened—some things happen for no reason
But your shitty situation kind of kindled an idea

Who’d have thought that so much damage could come from a cigarette?
I’ll bet the Earth is really happy about your carbon footprint
But everyone respects your burning passion to succeed
And we’re all willing to help you with anything to you need

Kinda crazy how a home can be so destructible
So when you guys jerk off, make sure it’s not cum-bust-ible.
You two are young and handsome men, and while neither has a spouse
Your personalities are as firey as your house

I'll bet that life is really tough with the insurance you're not claiming
Your name is Nathan Fleming—Now we call you Nathan Flaming.
It’s really good to see you laughing—though the loss can’t be diminished
The smiles on your faces are more than something can extinguish

Youll be happy to know that youre both in our hearts
Your name is Chad—now it’s Charred.
Now Im not sure if its your style—not sure if youre religious, but--
“Chad’s nuts roasting on open fire” will be your favorite song at Christmas
Now, I don’t want this to sound mean, please don’t take this as a roast
Just give me one more verse—I’m on a stop, drop, and roll

In a circumstance like this, there’s really no one we can blame
Don’t mean to fire you guys up or add fuel to the flame
I know its hard to believe cause this whole thing’s been a joke
But I am really here for you—I’m not just blowing smoke.