Sometimes referred to as The Count Five, whether with a 'the', or no 'the',… Read Full Bio ↴Sometimes referred to as The Count Five, whether with a 'the', or no 'the', these high school age garage rockers from San Jose CA reached the U.S. Top Ten singles chart in 1966 with Psychotic Reaction, the title track of their only album, released on indie Double Shot Records.

Despite wearing Dracula style capes, and touring with other high profile rock acts of the time including The Doors, Beach Boys, The Hollies, Byrds, Dave Clark Five, Sony and Cher, Them and others, their album failed to rank higher than 122 on the charts. The teenage band members decided to pursue college degrees, and would have likely faded largely into dustbins of history had interest not been rekindled by fervent and influential fans.

Respect for this band came mostly posthumously, as their material began showing up on later compilations most infamously including Lenny Kaye's Nuggets Vol. 1, set as well as numerous others, and reissues on retro labels like Rhino and Edsel.

Another twist of fate came when rock writer Lester Bangs solidified the groups reputation through an essay entitled "Psychotic Reactions and Carburetor Dung" that later became the title of a book. In the piece, the wildly effusive Bangs credited the band for having released several acclaimed imaginary albums — "Carburetor Dung", "Cartesian Jetstream", "Ancient Lace and Wrought-Iron Railings", and "Snowflakes Falling On the International Dateline" all supposedly produced with an increasing sense of artistry and refinement. Despite Bangs' glowing prose, none of these albums actually existed, but the public's imagination was somewhat piqued.

In 1987, the group reformed for a brief reunion in San Jose that later was released as a live album "Psychotic Reaction Live". Original vocalist John "Sean" Byrne and drummer Craig Atkinson have since died, but bassist Roy Chaney still performs and releases music occasionally with a band known as The Count. Other founding members include guitarist John "Mouse" Michalski and original bassist Kenn Ellner

The World
Count Five Lyrics

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Oh you're so fine, you're alright
Oh and tonight, you'll be mine
I'll tell the world, you're my girl
You know I'll tell the world, you're my girl

Because you're alright, you're alright
You're so fine, you're so fine
and tonight oh yes, tonight

tonight you're gonna be mine
You're alright, you're so fine
oh tonight, you'll be mine
All the world, I'll tell the world you're my girl
Oh you're my girl
I feel good, like I should

You're alright, you're alright
you're so fine, you're so fine
and tonight, yes tonight
Yeah the night is gonna be mine
You're so fine

Oh you're so fine, you're so fine
You're mine, woo you are mind
and tonight, tonight
You and I are gonna be so fine
You're my girl, you're my girl
Oh I feel good, on top of the world

You're my girl, I feel fine
I feel fine, cause you're mine

Overall Meaning

The Count Five's song "The World" is a classic example of the garage rock sound. The lyrics are simple and repetitive, but they convey a sense of excitement and energy that perfectly matches the driving guitar riffs and pounding drumbeat of the music. The song is essentially a declaration of love, with the singer proclaiming his devotion to a particular girl and telling the world that she belongs to him.

The chorus repeats the same lines over and over again, emphasizing the singer's confidence and determination. He's so convinced that he's found the right girl that he wants everyone to know about it. The verses provide some additional details, with lines like "You're so fine, you're so fine" and "I feel good, like I should" adding to the overall sense of exuberance and joy.

Overall, the song is a straightforward celebration of young love and all the excitement and energy that comes with it. It captures the spirit of the time and remains a beloved classic to this day.

Line by Line Meaning

Oh you're so fine, you're alright
I like you a lot, you're doing great

Oh and tonight, you'll be mine
I plan on spending the night with you

I'll tell the world, you're my girl
I want everyone to know that you're my girlfriend

You know I'll tell the world, you're my girl
I'll make sure everyone knows that you're my special someone

Because you're alright, you're alright
I'm emphasizing that you're doing well

You're so fine, you're so fine
I really like the way you look and act

and tonight oh yes, tonight
I'm excited for what's about to happen tonight

tonight you're gonna be mine
I'm confident that we will be together tonight

All the world, I'll tell the world you're my girl
I want everyone to know that I'm in a special relationship with you

Oh you're my girl
I'm reaffirming that you're my girlfriend

I feel good, like I should
I'm happy and want to express my positive emotions