It has two basic subgenres:
* Surf pop music, including both surf ballads and dance music that includes a vocal line. Sometimes called "beach music" as it was popular amongst non-surfers as well. (Surf pop should not be confused with the "shag tempo" beach music of the Carolinas, however.)
* Surf rock, generally instrumental in nature with an electric guitar or saxophone playing the main melody Read Full BioSurf music is a genre of popular music associated with surf culture, particularly Orange County and other areas of Southern California.
It has two basic subgenres:
* Surf pop music, including both surf ballads and dance music that includes a vocal line. Sometimes called "beach music" as it was popular amongst non-surfers as well. (Surf pop should not be confused with the "shag tempo" beach music of the Carolinas, however.)
* Surf rock, generally instrumental in nature with an electric guitar or saxophone playing the main melody
Many notable surf bands have been equally noted for both surf instrumental and surf pop music, so surf music is generally considered as a single genre despite the variety of these styles.
Recordings are normally attributed to the bands that performed them, rather than to individual artists.
Additionally, surfers have internalized a form of reggae music and created their own Rasta identity. Both in Puerto Rico and the United States, youth surfers in the late 80's and early 90's found their own niche in the reggae world. Interestingly enough, the surfers in both countries were not urban youth, such as the genre had previously been identified, but were upper middle class, light skinned "blanquitos" or "whities"[1]. This shows the diversity of the surfing subculture and its ability to adopt aspects of completely different cultures. Also, this permits a cross-cultural connection to be formed between the origins of the music base (Jamaica in the case of reggae) and the locations where it is being listened to by the surfers (the United States and Puerto Rico
Surfin' U.S.A.
The Beach Boys Lyrics
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Across the U.S.A.
Then everybody'd be surfin'
Like California
You'd seem 'em wearin' their baggies
Huarache sandals too
A bushy, bushy blond hairdo
Surfin' U.S.A.
You'll catch 'em surfin' at Del Mar (inside, outside, U.S.A.)
Ventura County line (inside, outside, U.S.A.)
Santa Cruz and Trestles (inside, outside, U.S.A.)
Australia's Narrabeen (inside, outside, U.S.A.)
All over Manhattan (inside, outside, U.S.A.)
And down Doheny Way (inside, outside)
Everybody's gone surfin'
Surfin' U.S.A.
We'll all be plannin' out a route
We're gonna take real soon
We're waxin' down our surfboards
We can't wait for June
We'll all be gone for the summer
We're on surfari to stay
Tell the teacher we're surfin'
Surfin' U.S.A.
At Haggerties and Swami's (inside, outside, U.S.A.)
Pacific Palisades (inside, outside, U.S.A.)
San Onofre and Sunset (inside, outside, U.S.A.)
Redondo Beach L.A. (inside, outside, U.S.A.)
All over La Jolla (inside, outside, U.S.A.)
At Waimea Bay (inside, outside, U.S.A.)
Everybody's gone surfin'
Surfin' U.S.A.
Everybody's gone surfin'
Surfin' U.S.A.
Everybody's gone surfin'
Surfin' U.S.A.
Everybody's gone surfin'
Surfin' U.S.A.
Yeah, everybody's gone surfin'
Surfin' U.S.A.
Yeah, everybody's gone surfin'
Surfin' U.S.A.
The song "Surfin' U.S.A." by The Beach Boys is an anthem of the surf culture in the United States. The song talks about how surfing has spread across the U.S.A. and how everyone is catching onto the trend. The lyrics mention several locations across California, like Del Mar, Ventura County Line, Santa Cruz, and Trestle. Additionally, the song mentions other popular surfing spots like Narabine and Waimia Bay. The lyrics also detail the clothing and hairstyles of the surfers, including baggies, huarachi sandals, and bushy blonde hairdos.
Overall, the song is an ode to the carefree lifestyle of surfers, who spend their summers catching waves and enjoying the sun. The Beach Boys convey this sense of freedom and excitement with their upbeat music and lively harmonies. The song is a classic representation of the surf sound, which is characterized by catchy melodies and sunny lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
If everybody had an ocean
Imagine if everyone had access to the beach
Across the U.S.A.
All throughout the United States
Then everybody'd be surfin'
Everyone would be surfing
Like California
Similar to how it's done in California
You'd see 'em wearing their baggies
People will wear their baggy swimsuits
Huarachi sandals too
As well as the type of sandals called Huarachis
A bushy bushy blond hairdo
They'll have a long and wavy blond hairstyle
Surfin' U.S.A.
All while enjoying themselves in the surf of the ocean
You'd catch 'em surfin' at Del Mar
You'll find people surfing at Del Mar
Ventura County line
The border between Ventura County and Los Angeles County
Santa Cruz and Trestle
Also at Santa Cruz and Trestle, among other places
Australia's Narabine
Even in places like Narabeen in Australia
All over Manhattan
In New York's Manhattan, too
And down Doheny Way
As well as Doheny Way in Southern California
We'll all be plannin' out a route
We'll be making plans for where to surf
We're gonna take real soon
We'll be leaving very soon
We're waxin' down our surfboards
Preparing our surfboards for action
We can't wait for June
We're excited for the month of June
We'll all be gone for the summer
We'll be gone for the entire summer
We're on surfari to stay
We're on a surfing safari and plan to stay for a while
Tell the teacher we're surfin'
Even telling our teachers about our surfing plans
Surfin' U.S.A.
Having a great time surfing all throughout the United States
Haggerties and Swamies
Surfing at Haggerties and Swamies
Pacific Palisades
Another location for surfing in Southern California
San Anofree and Sunset
Also San Onofre and Sunset beach
Redondo Beach L.A.
Redondo Beach in Los Angeles
All over La Jolla
The entire La Jolla area is great for surfing
At Waimia Bay
And don't forget about Waimia Bay
Everybody's gone surfin'
Everyone is out surfing
Surfin' U.S.A.
Surfing in the United States is the best
Everybody's gone surfin'
Everyone is out enjoying the surf
Surfin' U.S.A.
There's no better place to surf than in the United States
Everybody's gone surfin'
Everyone is having a great time in the water
Surfin' U.S.A.
USA's surf culture is unmatched
Everybody's gone surfin'
Everyone is joining in on the fun
Surfin' U.S.A.
America's surf spots are second to none
Lyrics © ENTERTAINMENT ONE U.S. LP
Written by: Chuck Berry
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Philip Kassabian
A great song by The Beach Boys hit all the major surfing destinations.