PODCAST

But I Won"t Do That

Becky & Dan

Where we side eye the lyrics and videos of some of our favorite songs

music music commentary

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56:06

Rich Guy Sings the Blues

But I Won"t Do That ·

2025/10/12

In which Dan and Becky squint at the Phil Collins hit "Another Day in Paradise". Along the way, they ask some essential questions, including, Who believes in the Rapture, and should we be worried? Can rich people sing about poverty? Did anyone really rival Collins' hot streak in the 1980s? Could Taylor Swift pull off a song like this today? We'd love to hear from you! Leave a comment on Youtube, Spotify, or email as at butiwontpod@gmail.com Artwork: Billi Rakov Music Credits: LonPeakM...

41:30

Gaslight Me Tender

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2025/09/15

In which Becky and Dan detect some strong undertones of gaslighting in Elvis Presley's 1969 classic "Suspicious Minds". Along the way they ask some important questions, like, What kicked off the popularity of the word gaslighting in 2013? Can you think of any double contractions? What's Elvis' best song? #funnypodcast #podcast #rockband #elvis #elvispresley #laugh #musicpodcast #rocknroll We'd love to hear from you! Leave a comment on Youtube, Spotify, or email as at butiwontpod@gmail...

59:50

you're just...gross

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2025/08/28

In which Becky and Dan discuss the disgusting rock trend of singing lustfully about underage girls. We consider Ted Nugent's "Jailbait" and Benny Mardones' "Into the Night", and along the way ask some deep questions, like, When was the term "jailbait" first used? Are Benny Mardones and Nigel Tufnel the same person? How did these songs pass muster with the record labels? And who would sing along? #funnypodcast #podcast #rockband #jailbait #gross #laugh #musicpodcast #rocknroll We'd love...

53:04

Calling All Streetlight People

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2025/08/13

In which Becky and Dan roll the dice and discuss Journey's anthem "Don't Stop Believin'". Along the way they wonder a few things, like, How was this song not a top ten hit when it was released? Did Keith Richards really get a full blood transfusion? Why do people give a shit about the reference to "south Detroit"? And why doesn't Canada take more pride in the Weeknd? We'd love to hear from you! Leave a comment on Youtube, Spotify, or email as at butiwontpod@gmail.com Artwork: Billi Rakov M...

58:10

A Nonstop Miracle

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2025/07/30

In which Becky and Dan try not to think too deeply about Billy Ocean's 1988 hit "Get Outta My Dreams, Get Into My Car". Along the way they ask some great questions, like, What's the greatest song with 'summer' in the title? How did Miracle Whip get its name? Whose idea was the fish in this video? Where will Steve Farzam strike next? We'd love to hear from you! Leave a comment on Youtube, Spotify, or email as at butiwontpod@gmail.com Artwork: Billi Rakov Music Credits: LonPeakMusic and Vodov...

56:22

Perved Lines

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2025/07/14

In which Becky and Dan wince at the 2013 mega-hit "Blurred Lines". Along the way they ask some great questions, like, Where's the line between being inspired by a previous artist and just stealing from them? What did Alan Thicke think of all this? What's up with men thinking they know what a woman wants? How did Pharrell Williams emerge unscathed from this song? We'd love to hear from you! Leave a comment on Youtube, Spotify, or email as at butiwontpod@gmail.com Artwork: Billi Rakov Music ...

45:05

Might As Well

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2025/07/02

In which Becky and Dan wonder what all the jumping is about in Van Halen's 1984 smash hit. Along the way they ask some deep questions, like, Why do movie villains always have a countdown on their bombs? How many big bands have ever changed lead singers and continued to find success? Is this the best hammy video of all time? And are the lyrics really inspired by some guy threatening to kill himself? We'd love to hear from you! Leave a comment on Youtube, Spotify, or email as at butiwontpod@gm...

52:23

Earnest Goes to School

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2025/06/25

In which Becky and Dan soak up the breathy earnestness of three classic ballads: "(Everything I Do) I Do It For You", "All For Love", and "Right Here Waiting." Along the way they ask some probing questions, like, Is Bryan Adams the king of cheesy ballad writing? Should Malibu high school revoke those diplomas? Has anyone looked more like a bloated rock star than Rod Stewart? And is there any death worse than being boiled alive? We'd love to hear from you! Leave a comment on Youtube, Spo...

57:22

When a Cat Loves a Woman

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2025/06/18

In which Becky and Dan stare long and hard at "Opposites Attract" by Paula Abdul. Along the way they ask some important questions, like, Is this the worst rap ever recorded? Do opposites really attract? What's the best film that mixes live action and cartoon animation? Who wardrobed the cover shot for "Torture" by the Jacksons? We'd love to hear from you! Leave a comment on Youtube, Spotify, or email as at butiwontpod@gmail.com Artwork: Billi Rakov Music Credits: LonPeakMusic and Vodo...

43:25

Our Sharona

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2025/06/11

Becky and Dan make some un/pleasant discoveries as they uncover the story and legacy of My Sharona by The Knack. Along the way they ask some really important questions, like Just how many pop songs are about underaged girls? How important is right place/right time in your life? Can we pinpoint the exact moment when disco died? Do skinny suits and ties ever go out of style? We'd love to hear from you! Leave a comment on Youtube, Spotify, or email as at butiwontpod@gmail.com Artwork: Billi Rak...

43:17

We Bless the Rains

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2025/06/04

Becky and Dan take a trip into the heart of "Africa" by Toto. Along the way we ask some important questions, like Why do people think Africa is a country? What's up with Target's Pride merch this year? Should the lyricist have rewritten that Serengeti line? What kinds of injuries can you get from cartwheeling? We'd love to hear from you! Leave a comment on Youtube, Spotify, or email as at butiwontpod@gmail.com Artwork: Billi Rakov Music Credits: LonPeakMusic and Vodovoz Music Production

54:45

Someday...When It's Over

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2025/05/28

Becky and Dan squint at a couple of Sugar Ray tunes and ask some important questions, like, What happened to Chevy Chase's career? Is Green Day "punk"? Does it even matter if you sell out? What if the High Fidelity cast could reunite every year to rank best/worst songs? We'd love to hear from you! Leave a comment on Youtube, Spotify, or email as at butiwontpod@gmail.com Artwork: Billi Rakov Music Credits: LonPeakMusic and Vodovoz Music Production

45:26

Turn Around, Bright Eyes

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2025/05/21

Becky and Dan look directly into Total Eclipse of the Heart by Bonny Tyler. Along the way they ask some vital questions, like What's the best song for a solar eclipse? Why is Mumford and Sons one of Dan's least favorite bands? What's the most accurate vampire movie? And would Meatloaf have done a better or worse job with this song? We'd love to hear from you! Leave a comment on Youtube, Spotify, or email as at butiwontpod@gmail.com Artwork: Billi Rakov Music Credits: LonPeakMusic and Vodov...

53:09

Meanwhile...On the Cheatin' Side of Town

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2025/05/14

Becky and Dan take a stroll through "Lyin' Eyes" by the Eagles. Along the way they ask some important questions, like How fair is it to criticize young artists, particularly young women? Do old, rich men really care if their trophy wives cheat? How many Eagles songs could be turned into movies? What's good on the menu at Dan Tana's? We'd love to hear from you! Leave a comment on Youtube, Spotify, or email as at butiwontpod@gmail.com Artwork: Billi Rakov Music Credits: LonPeakMusic and Vodo...

43:34

Come on Pretty Momma

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2025/05/07

Becky and Dan sail away on the lyrics and video of Kokomo by the Beach Boys. During the cruise they ask some important questions, like Were the Beach Boys and Beatles really rivals? Why did Brian Wilson stay in bed for three years? Who gets to decide what's a music genre? Why is John Stamos in the Kokomo video? And why is he wearing a pink tank top? We'd love to hear from you! Leave a comment on Youtube, Spotify, or email as at butiwontpod@gmail.com Artwork: Billi Rakov Music Credits: Lon...

58:06

He's So Thug!

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2025/04/30

Becky and Dan raise an eyebrow at the lyrics and music video for "Hey Soul Sister" by Train. They ask some pressing questions like, Is this song really about a Black woman? What's up with that v-neck t-shirt? When did product placement in TV shows begin? What happened to Red Lobster? We'd love to hear from you! Leave a comment on Youtube, Spotify, or email us at butiwontpod@gmail.com Artwork: Billi Rakov Music Credits: LonePeakMusic and Vodovoz Music Production

41:16

Is It Me You're Looking For?

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2025/04/24

Dan and Becky break down "Hello" by Lionel Ritchie and wonder a few things. Was stalking more acceptable in the 80s? What happens when the singer becomes bigger than the band? How does watching a music video change the way we understand the song? What the hell does 'Yah Mo B There' mean? We'd love to hear from you! Leave a comment on Youtube, Spotify, or email as at butiwontpod@gmail.com Artwork: Billi Rakov Music Credits: LonePeakMusic and Vodovoz Music Production

47:21

Don't Forget To Tip Marconi

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2025/04/18

Becky and Dan take a close look at "We Built This City" by Starship and ask some vital questions, such as Who the hell is Marconi? What's a mamba? What does it mean to sell out? Who in god's name green lit this video? We'd love to hear from you! Leave a comment on Youtube, Spotify, or email as at butiwontpod@gmail.com Artwork: Billi Rakov Music Credits: LonePeakMusic and Vodovoz Music Production

38:22

Ready, Jet Set, Go!

But I Won"t Do That ·

2025/04/18

In our *first ever episode* Becky and Dan reconsider John Denver's "Leaving on a Jet Plane". We consider important questions like Should there be a comma in the title? Is the protagonist actually kind of dick? What happens when you realize that a song you loved as a kid is actually about...something else? What are the legalities of sampling? We'd love to hear from you! Leave a comment on Youtube, Spotify, or email as at butiwontpod@gmail.com Artwork: Billi Rakov Music Credits: LonePeakM...

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