The song lyrics were written by the band Van Halen, as they were asked to write a song for the 1979 movie "Over the Edge" starring Matt Dillon. The movie (and the lyrics, although more obliquely) are about bored, rebellious youth with nothing better to do than get into trouble. If you see the movie, these lyrics will make more sense. It's a great movie if you grew up in the 70s/80s you'll definitely remember some of these characters from your own life. Fun fact, after writing the song, Van Halen decided not to let the movie use it.
I can run as fast as the boys
I can sing and dance ballet
I can show you all of my toys
Though I'd rather be alone today
It's not that I don't like to hang around with you
And though you're fun, I'm on the run, so much to do
Gotta make the dreams I have come true
Cause life is what you make it and to waste it just won't do
Split chick
Gotta split, can't stay
That's the way I'm a split chick
Thanks a lot
Had fun, see you babe
I'm split in two, I'm a split chick
I can hold my breath forever
I can pledge allegiance in reverse
You know kids can be so clever
It can be a blessing or a curse
When I'm with you I get lost inside your eyes
I forget about the time and I realize
I gotta run along and sing my song
I'll kiss you and I'll miss you and be back before too long
Split chick
Gotta split, can't stay
That's the way I'm a split chick
Thanks a lot
Had fun, see you babe
I'm split in two, I'm a split chick
Split chick
Gotta split, can't stay
That's the way I'm a split chick
Thanks a lot
Had fun, see you babe
I'm split in two, I'm a split chick
(That's right...)
Every flower has to find a way to reach up to the sun
Even through the cracks in the sidewalk
(Whatever.. Sure)
Gotta make the most of everyday
Makin' friends that'll help me on my way
I'll rise above the fear I feel
I'm gonna take these dreams and make them real
Split chick
Gotta split, can't stay
That's the way I'm a split chick
Thanks a lot
Had fun, see you babe
I'm split in two, I'm a split chick
I can sing and dance ballet
I can show you all of my toys
Though I'd rather be alone today
It's not that I don't like to hang around with you
And though you're fun, I'm on the run, so much to do
Gotta make the dreams I have come true
Cause life is what you make it and to waste it just won't do
Split chick
Gotta split, can't stay
That's the way I'm a split chick
Thanks a lot
Had fun, see you babe
I'm split in two, I'm a split chick
I can hold my breath forever
I can pledge allegiance in reverse
You know kids can be so clever
It can be a blessing or a curse
When I'm with you I get lost inside your eyes
I forget about the time and I realize
I gotta run along and sing my song
I'll kiss you and I'll miss you and be back before too long
Split chick
Gotta split, can't stay
That's the way I'm a split chick
Thanks a lot
Had fun, see you babe
I'm split in two, I'm a split chick
Split chick
Gotta split, can't stay
That's the way I'm a split chick
Thanks a lot
Had fun, see you babe
I'm split in two, I'm a split chick
(That's right...)
Every flower has to find a way to reach up to the sun
Even through the cracks in the sidewalk
(Whatever.. Sure)
Gotta make the most of everyday
Makin' friends that'll help me on my way
I'll rise above the fear I feel
I'm gonna take these dreams and make them real
Split chick
Gotta split, can't stay
That's the way I'm a split chick
Thanks a lot
Had fun, see you babe
I'm split in two, I'm a split chick
Lyrics submitted by DallasLeigh
Split Chick Lyrics as written by Michael A. Elizondo Jennifer Freebairn-smith
Lyrics © RINCON AVE MUSIC, BMG Rights Management
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