Rockaway Beach
Ramone Dee Dee Lyrics
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The sun is out and I want some
It's not hard, not far to reach
We can hitch a ride to Rockaway Beach
Up on the roof and out on the street
Out in the playground the hot concrete
Bus ride
They blast out the disco on the radio
Rock Rock, Rockaway Beach
Rock Rock, Rockaway Beach
Rock Rock, Rockaway Beach
We can hitch a ride to Rockaway Beach
Rock Rock, Rockaway Beach
Rock Rock, Rockaway Beach
Rock Rock, Rockaway Beach
So we can hitch a ride to Rockaway Beach
It's not hard, not far to reach
We can hitch a ride to Rockaway Beach
It's not hard, not far to reach
We can hitch a ride to Rockaway Beach
Chewin' at a rhythm on my bubble gum
The sun is out and I want some
It's not hard, not far to reach
We can hitch a ride to Rockaway Beach
Up on the roof and out on the street
Out in the playground the hot concrete
Bus ride
is too slow
They blast out the disco on the radio
Rock Rock, Rockaway Beach
Rock Rock, Rockaway Beach
Rock Rock, Rockaway Beach
So we can hitch a ride to Rockaway Beach
So we can hitch a ride to Rockaway Beach
So we can hitch a ride to Rockaway Beach
So we can hitch a ride to Rockaway Beach
"Rockaway Beach" by Ramones Dee Dee is a song that exudes the carefree energy of summer. The lyrics describe the desire to head to the titular beach and enjoy everything it has to offer. The song begins with the singer chewing bubble gum and feeling the urge to head to the beach. The lyrics also describe the various ways one can get to the beach - hitchhiking, rooftops, and buses being a few examples. The song stresses that it's not hard to reach the beach, which highlights the accessibility of enjoying a simple and fun-filled day.
The song seems to be a reaction to the disco music that was prevalent at the time, as the lyrics mention blasting it on the radio. "Rockaway Beach" emphasizes rock and roll, and the energy of the song comes through in the repetition of the titular phrase. The lyrics' playful nature is mirrored in the upbeat and simple melody that makes it easy to sing along with. The song captures a time when summer meant carefree days and rock and roll music, and it still resonates with listeners today.
Line by Line Meaning
Chewin' at a rhythm on my bubble gum
I am rhythmically chewing bubble gum
The sun is out and I want some
I desire to enjoy the sunshine
It's not hard, not far to reach
Getting to Rockaway Beach is easy and not too far away
We can hitch a ride to Rockaway Beach
We can get a ride to Rockaway Beach
Up on the roof and out on the street
I am either on the roof or the street
Out in the playground the hot concrete
The concrete outside in the playground is hot
Bus ride is too slow
Taking the bus is too slow
They blast out the disco on the radio
Disco music is playing loudly on the radio
Rock Rock, Rockaway Beach
Rockaway Beach is a great spot for rock music
So we can hitch a ride to Rockaway Beach
We can get a ride to Rockaway Beach
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DOUGLAS COLVIN, JEFFREY HYMAN, JOHN CUMMINGS, THOMAS ERDELYI
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Lucy Weston Johansson
RIP Douglas Glenn Colvin aka Dee Dee Ramone (1951-2002), we all wish u were still here with us, but im sure you are in spirit. :)
Lucy Weston Johansson
I agree and I love his sense of humor too if you remember his infamous speech on rock n roll hall of fame ;)
Robert Sagan
g.o.a.t. bass player imo.
But he was much more than that, a good person, a humble guy, brilliant songwriter and an amazing musician.
There was only one Dee Dee :)
RnR England 708090s
Sounds just as good in 2022
bill
Rock out !! Great song.
BUFF DADDIE
He wrote this one
Phylo Bludot
he wrote a lot of Ramones songs....a very lot!!!even when he left Ramones..he continue to write for the Band
Xo Ramone
🏖🌞🤘🏻🤘🏻
AguRG
I like D D's two pack of cigarettes a day singing voice
Gasu Trías
😍