The original band consisted of Jill Cunniff (vocals, bass), Gabby Glaser (vocals, guitar), Kate Schellenbach (drums) and Vivian Trimble (keyboards, vocals). Schellenbach was a founding member of the Beastie Boys and left shortly after the Beasties switched from being a hardcore punk band into being a hip-hop group
Between 1993 and 2000 they released one EP, three full length LPs and ten singles on the Beastie Boys' Grand Royal label. Their biggest hit —and only Billboard Top 40 entry— is "Naked Eye" (#36, March 22, 1997). Other notable singles include "Here", "CitySong (NY State Of The World)", "Under Your Skin" and "Ladyfingers".
Vivian Trimble left the group in 1998, and in 2000 (after releasing one album as a trio) the group officially announced the break up of Luscious Jackson.
February 2007 saw the release of Luscious Jackson's "greatest hits" compilation, and in the fall of 2006 the band announced that they had reunited and were to release a new children's album, a plan which never came to fruition and the band ceased activity in 2007.
In the January 2012 issue of "Rolling Stone" magazine, the band announced that they had reunited in late 2011. Subsequently, the band has released Magic Hour (2013) and Baby DJ (2013).
Satellite
Luscious Jackson Lyrics
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Come on up and get with it girls
Riding round
Leave me alone
I got a long way to go
Real time
Don't pay me no mind
Satellite
Satellite
Goes around (goes around)
Satellite
Satellite
Satellite
Goes around (goes around)
Cut a path through the stars
Brain gets wicked in the dark
Mark my way with broken arms
I got a long way to go
Real time
Don't pay me not mind
Satellite
Satellite
Satellite
Goes around
Satellite
Satellite
Satellite
Goes around
Real time
Don't pay me no mind
Satellite
Satellite
Satellite
Goes around (goes around)
Satellite
Satellite
Satellite
Goes around (goes around)
The song "Satellite" by Luscious Jackson is an upbeat and energetic track about living life on the edge and breaking free from societal expectations. The first verse sets the scene, as the singer is "living on the edge of the world" and calling out for others to join in and "get with it." Despite the carefree attitude, there is also a sense of isolation as the singer asks to be left alone and asserts that they have a "long way to go."
The chorus is the most prominent part of the song, featuring the repeated refrain of "Satellite, Satellite, Satellite." This could be interpreted in a few different ways. One possibility is that the satellite represents freedom and the ability to break free from Earth's atmosphere and restrictions. Another interpretation is that the satellite represents an external force or higher power watching over us, which could tie into the themes of isolation and loneliness.
The second verse continues the imagery of traveling through space and time. The singer describes cutting a path through the stars and marking their way with "broken arms," which could symbolize the difficult journey of breaking free from societal expectations. The lines "Brain gets wicked in the dark" could also be interpreted as a reference to the difficulties of navigating life when you are breaking away from convention and trying to find your own way.
Overall, "Satellite" is a powerful and inspiring song about breaking free from expectations and blazing your own path in life.
Line by Line Meaning
Living on the edge of the world
Living life to the fullest, taking risks and not conforming to societal norms
Come on up and get with it girls
Encouraging others to join in on the adventure and excitement of living on the edge
Riding round
Traveling and experiencing new things
Leave me alone
Asking others to let the singer pursue their own path in life and not be hindered by others' expectations
I got a long way to go
The singer has big goals and aspirations that they are working towards and recognize it will take time and effort to achieve them
Real time
Living in the present moment and not getting bogged down by worries about the future or dwelling on the past
Don't pay me no mind
Not worrying about others' opinions or approval and focusing on personal fulfillment
Satellite
The idea of a satellite represents the singer's sense of adventure, exploration, and breaking free from conventional ways of living
Goes around (goes around)
The satellite continues its orbit and journey, symbolizing the singer's commitment to their path and determination to keep going
Cut a path through the stars
Pushing boundaries and exploring uncharted territories to create a unique path in life
Brain gets wicked in the dark
The singer's creativity and imagination are stimulated when they are in unfamiliar or challenging situations
Mark my way with broken arms
Despite experiencing setbacks and difficulties, the singer remains determined to keep moving forward and leave their mark on the world
Lyrics © Songtrust Ave
Written by: GABRIELLE GLASER, JILL CUNIFF, KATHERINE A SCHELLENBACH, VIVIAN E TRIMBLE
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2112iscoming
Pete and Pete=greatest show ever...led me here
Delta Davis
I see you’re a person of excellent taste too. Pete and Pete definitely helped shape my childhood.
Missy Jones
2112iscoming omg yes!!! since this band played at pete n petes school dance, I've been loving them ever since!!! you are literally the only other person that has mentioned Pete and Pete 💖 good on ya mate!
pilaman82
wish they would of played this in my high school dance
Kurt Ancient
Great song by great band. I can never get enough of this.
suspiria
I love this song!
susantyrellfans
fantastic song!
Squire Muldoon
“Dancing is so easy, you just go out there and ... ruin your life”
Jeff Baltzell
I hear Throwing Muses, especially their early stuff here. I love both bands.
Kurt Ancient
I wonder if Pete's still tapping it