1) Italian band (corre… Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist with this name.
1) Italian band (correct name CCCP Fedeli alla Linea), formed in 1982 in Berlin, led by vocalist Giovanni Lindo Ferretti and guitarist Massimo Zamboni.
2) CCCP (or C.C.C.P.) was a German high-energy techno and rock band, led by Rasputin Stoy, aka Rai Streubel. They were best known for their 1986 instrumental American Soviets, released by Clockwork Germany. This six-minute song themed on the Cold War became a major hit at dance clubs and on the US Billboard Charts, German Top 75 and other European charts. Their follow-up singles - Made in Russia and Orient Express - were released by BMG Europe and BMG Pacific. Both titles were no. 1 and no. 2 in the official charts in the same week (Hong Kong, BeNeLux, France and Spain). Their 1990 song Don't Kill The Rainforest was also a minor alternative radio hit.
3) Norwegian rock band formed in 1986 by Carlene Carter, Claudia Scott, Stein Groven and John Payne.
4) An experimental rock supergroup featuring Danny Carey of Tool, Les Claypool of Primus, Stewart Copeland of The Police and Neil Peart of Rush.
Sputnik
CCCP Lyrics
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October 1957
A hundred and eighty four
Pounds of metal ball
And America plummeted into
A panic world
Look at the Sputnik
This is the story of the first
Spy satellite
Into orbit around the mother earth
The famous "beep" from somewhere
Out in space
The big Russian victory oh oh
Soviets launched first Sputnik
October 1957
A hundred and eighty four
Pounds of metal ball
And America plummeted into
A panic world
Look at the Sputnik
Friends, I believe my friends
That caravans
Of rockets will speed us
From star to star
On the dusty paths of faraway
Beautiful planets
Our traces will remain
Soviets launched first Sputnik
October 1957
A hundred and eighty four
Pounds of metal ball
And America plummeted into
A panic world
The song "Sputnik" by CCCP celebrates the success of the Soviet Union's launch of the first artificial satellite, Sputnik, which occurred on October 4th, 1957. The lyrics highlight the weight of the metal ball that was sent into orbit around Earth, which weighed 184 pounds. The launching of Sputnik caused a global panic and a realization that the Soviet Union had surpassed America in technological advancements. The song also praises the Russian victory over the United States in the Space Race, as evidenced by the famous "beep" that was heard from the satellite.
The song then changes tune to reflect on the future of space exploration, positing that rockets will take us from star to star, allowing us to explore far-away planets. The lyrics suggest that we will leave "our traces" on these planets, highlighting the importance of space exploration in human history.
Interestingly, "Sputnik" was first released in Italy in 1986, where it gained popularity as a Soviet punk rock hit. While it wasn't as popular in the Soviet Union, it still gained a cult following there, especially among the young who were inspired by the punk rock stylings and the anti-establishment message of the music.
Line by Line Meaning
Soviets launched first Sputnik
This line is referring to the Soviet Union being the first country to launch a satellite into orbit around Earth, known as Sputnik.
October 1957
This line is simply giving the date when Sputnik was launched, which was in October of 1957.
A hundred and eighty four
This line is referring to the weight of Sputnik, which was 184 pounds.
Pounds of metal ball
This line is describing Sputnik as a metal ball because it was a round satellite made of metal material.
And America plummeted into
A panic world
This line is expressing the fear and shock that Americans experienced after hearing about the Soviet Union's success in launching a satellite into space, causing them to feel like their country was falling apart in a state of panic.
Look at the Sputnik
This line is urging listeners to take notice of the significance of Sputnik, give it attention, and contemplate its impact.
This is the story of the first
Spy satellite
This line is indicating that Sputnik was actually a spy satellite launched by the Soviet Union in order to gather intelligence on other countries.
Into orbit around the mother earth
This line is describing how Sputnik was sent into orbit around Earth, often referred to as the mother earth because it is the planet where humans originated.
The famous "beep" from somewhere
Out in space
This line is referencing the beep sounds that Sputnik made as it orbited Earth and transmitted its signal back to Earth's surface, making it famous among the public.
The big Russian victory oh oh
This line is celebrating the Soviet Union's victory in being the first country to successfully launch a satellite into space, specifically referring to it as a big victory.
Friends, I believe my friends
This line is addressing the audience, referring to them as friends, and indicating that the singer has something important to share with them.
That caravans
Of rockets will speed us
From star to star
This lines is describing rockets as if they were caravans, and expressing the belief that rockets will transport humans from one star to another in the future, allowing us to explore space in unprecedented ways.
On the dusty paths of faraway
Beautiful planets
This line is describing planets as being faraway, yet beautiful, and expressing hope that people will one day explore those planets using spacecraft or other means.
Our traces will remain
This line is expressing the idea that even after humans have explored other planets, we will continue to leave our mark on the universe in some way, possibly through artifacts or other evidence of our travels.
Contributed by Michael L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@julimekanika
Esta canción debería ser el HIMNO del planeta Tierra!!! Look at the Sputnik!!!
@dalbellinho
I was younger than 15 when I listened to this song for the first time. As you said, it's a rare CD. They also have a song with Paul MaCca :p Thank you for uploading.
@gundstaff
What's the name of the CD?
@dalbellinho
Gundstaff Cosmos (1996)
@Astronaut14
A awesome and fitting tribute to the first man made satellite Sputnik, and Cosmonaut Yuri Gargarin.
@10Charly47
Werter User, ein sehr gutes Video, mit einer chronologischen Auflistung der Weltraumfahrt ! Gruß Charly
@victorbastiasguevara3268
orgullo soviético para tan grande empresa .
@Szarlotta101
thanks a lot!
@mihaialexgmailcom
Super
@JORDANIESKI
yes