Judy Is A Punk
Dee Dee Ramone/Joey Ramone/Johnny Ramone/Ramones/Tommy Ramone Lyrics


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Well the kids are all hopped up and ready to go
They're ready to go now they got their surfboards
And they're going to the discotheque Au Go Go
But she just couldn't stay she had to break away
Well New York City really has is all oh yeah, oh yeah

Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker now
Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker now
Well she's a punk punk, a punk rocker
Punk punk a punk rocker
Punk punk a punk rocker
Punk punk a punk rocker

Well the kids are all hopped up and ready to go
They're ready to go now they got their surfboards
And they're going to the discotheque Au Go Go
But she just couldn't stay she had to break away
Well New York City really has is all oh yeah, oh yeah

Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker now
Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker now
Well she's a punk punk, a punk rocker
Punk punk a punk rocker
Punk punk a punk rocker
Punk punk a punk rocker

Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker now
Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker now
Sheena is a punk rocker




Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker now

Overall Meaning

The Ramones' "Judy Is A Punk" is a fast-paced, high-energy song that captures the essence of punk rock. The opening lines, "Well, the kids are all hopped up and ready to go, they're ready to go now, they got their surfboards," set the scene for a group of restless young people who are eager to go out and have a good time. They head to the discotheque Au Go Go, but Judy, the singer of the song, can't stay, and decides to break away from the group. The song captures the thrill of youth, the desire to rebel, and the restless energy of the punk scene.


As the title suggests, the song is also about Sheena, another punk rocker who embodies the spirit of the movement. The repetition of the lyrics "Sheena is a punk rocker" reinforces the idea that the punk rock movement is not just about a particular person or group, but a broader cultural movement that transcends individual identities. Sheena is a symbol of the punk rock ethos, embodying rebelliousness, individuality, and a rejection of conformity.


Overall, "Judy is a Punk" is a celebration of punk rock culture, capturing the energy and excitement of a movement on the rise. It is a fast-paced, raw, and unapologetically rebellious anthem that continues to be a classic of the genre.


Line by Line Meaning

Well the kids are all hopped up and ready to go
The kids are excited and enthusiastic about the music they're about to hear and are eager to get to the show.


They're ready to go now they got their surfboards
They're fully prepared to embrace this new wave punk rock, inspired by their love for surfing culture.


And they're going to the discotheque Au Go Go
They're heading to a club named Au Go Go, known for hosting legendary punk rock performances.


But she just couldn't stay she had to break away
Judy is a nonconformist who refuses to follow the crowd and has decided to leave the punk rock scene, even though everyone else is embracing it.


Well New York City really has it all, oh yeah, oh yeah
New York City is the center of the punk rock universe, and all the punks are proud to be a part of this vibrant and exciting music scene.


Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a pioneer of the punk rock scene, and her unique style and rebellious attitude have made her an icon among her peers.


Sheena is a punk rocker now
Sheena was always a punk rocker, but now her music is gaining popularity and her influence is spreading far beyond the local punk scene.


Well she's a punk punk, a punk rocker
Sheena is an integral part of the punk rock community, and her style of music is characterized by its raw intensity and fierce rebellion against mainstream culture.


Punk punk a punk rocker
Sheena stands for everything that punk rock represents: rebellion, nonconformity, and a DIY spirit that rejects the commercialization of popular culture.


Sheena is a punk rocker now
The cultural impact of Sheena's music is growing, and her fans view her as a symbol of resistance to the dominant culture of the time.


Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena's music represents a counter-culture movement that challenges the status quo and champions the values of individuality and freedom of expression.


Sheena is a punk rocker now
Sheena's music is spreading rapidly among the punk rock community, and she's becoming a figurehead for a movement that's sweeping the nation.


Sheena is a punk rocker
Despite the commercialization and mainstream acceptance of punk rock, Sheena remains true to her punk rock roots and continues to inspire young people to embrace their rebel spirit and fight for their beliefs.




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DEE DEE RAMONE, DOUGLAS COLVIN, JEFFREY HYMAN, JOEY RAMONE, JOHN (RAMONE) CUMMINGS, JOHNNY RAMONE, THOMAS ERDELYI, TOMMY RAMONE

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