Go Spine Go
Steam-Powered Giraffe Lyrics
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Every song, could use a verb.
If you want to stand up,
Then your skeleton, is gonna need,
A spine.
Ooh, ooh. oohoohooh.
He′s charming.
Debonair.
(And pleased to meet you)
Daring, and dashing,
And just when you need him he's there.
(If transportation permits)
He′s got your back.
(Well sure)
When you pick fights with bears.
(Uhh, I would not advise that)
He'll punch a ferocious beast.
(No)
That's how much he cares.
(I, I don′t care that much)
′Cause he's,
The Spine.
Ooh, ooh, oohoohooh.
Go Spine Go.
Put on a show.
Do what you do best.
Go Spine Go.
Put on a show.
You always know best.
Need help with diction?
(Indefatigable)
Or home repair?
(Try the plunger, first)
Sowing or weaving,
He′ll do your taxes on a double dare.
(And quadruple your returns.)
Suffering from diarrhea?
(Hydration is key)
Well he's been there.
(No Rabbit. Robots can not get diarrhea.)
About three times a day.
(That′s not true folks.)
He pays for TP with your fair.
(It's impossible for me to have diarrhea)
He′s got,
Diarrhea.
Ooh, ooh, oohoohooh.
Go Spine Go.
Hold that flow.
Wait 'til after the show.
Go Spine Go.
Not on the floo'.
This is not our home.
He doesn′t have diarrhea.
(Thank you Hatchworth)
But he is a super spy.
(Uh, now hold on a second.)
He′s got some pretty cool gadgets.
(Well that is true.)
To topple governments, and the like.
(Oh boy.)
He's not really a spy.
(I appreciate that Rabbit.)
But he does love him some pie.
(Rabbit, robots can not eat.)
Eat so much pie.
Have diarrhea only the whole night.
No I won′t.
Yes you will.
(Yes you will. Yes you will)
No I won't.
If you don′t right now,
Then you will.
I said that I won't.
I′m fairly certain you will.
No I woo Woo OOo OW OW OWOWOWOWOWOWOWon't.
(OK. You got your point across)
(Yeah, you need to chill out bro.)
Because you're,
The Spine.
Ooh, ooh, oohoohooh.
The Spine
Ooh, ooh, oohoohooh.
Go Spine Go.
Put on a show.
Do what you do best.
Go Spine Go.
Put on a show.
Bring a backup pair of slacks.
Go Spine Go.
Not during the show.
The would be really gross.
Some day, I′ll quit this band.
The song "Go Spine Go" by Steam-Powered Giraffe is an upbeat tune that celebrates the band member Spine's qualities as a reliable and versatile skeleton. The lyrics reflect on how every heart could use a beat, just as every song could use a verb, and how if one wants to stand up, they will need a spine. The chorus encourages Spine, the song's namesake, to perform to the best of his abilities and put on a show. The lyrics also mention Spine's diverse set of skills, including fixing things around the house, doing taxes, and even combating bears, albeit humorously. The final section touches on Spine's supposed role as a super-spy and his love for pie.
Aside from being catchy and entertaining, "Go Spine Go" also serves as a playful nod to the band's steam-powered robot characters and their various quirks and personalities. The song celebrates Spine's various talents as a musician and performer, as well as his reliability and steadfastness as a friend and bandmate.
In addition, the song showcases the band's signature blend of vaudeville-style music, intricate harmonies, and humorous lyrics. The band members often perform in elaborate steam-powered robot costumes and incorporate theatrical elements into their shows, creating a unique and engaging experience for audiences.
Overall, "Go Spine Go" is an energetic and playful tribute to one of the band's most beloved characters, and a testament to Steam-Powered Giraffe's signature style and inventive approach to music and performance.
Line by Line Meaning
Every heart, could use a beat.
Everyone needs someone or something to bring joy to their life, like a beat in a song.
Every song, could use a verb.
A song needs action or a 'verb' to make it interesting and fun to listen to.
If you want to stand up,
If you want to be strong and independent,
Then your skeleton, is gonna need,
You need to have a backbone or a 'spine' to be able to stand up and face challenges.
A spine.
A backbone or courage to face challenges and be strong.
He′s charming.
The Spine is a charming and likable character.
(Well hello there)
A friendly greeting.
Debonair.
The Spine is stylish and sophisticated.
(And pleased to meet you)
A polite way of greeting someone.
Daring, and dashing,
The Spine is confident and bold in his actions.
And just when you need him he's there.
He is there to help when someone needs assistance.
(If transportation permits)
If he is able to get there, he'll help.
He′s got your back.
The Spine will protect and support you.
(Well sure)
He will gladly help.
When you pick fights with bears.
If you're in trouble with a dangerous situation, he will help you get out of it.
(Uhh, I would not advise that)
A warning to avoid dangerous situations.
He'll punch a ferocious beast.
He'll go to great lengths to help and protect you, even against dangerous creatures.
(No)
The Spine clarifies that he wouldn't necessarily harm a ferocious beast.
That's how much he cares.
He cares deeply about those around him and goes to great lengths to help and protect them.
(I, I don′t care that much)
A humorous line implying that he cares more than anyone could imagine.
'Cause he's,
This is the reason why he is so protective and helpful.
The Spine.
The Spine is the character in the song who represents courage, strength, and protection.
Go Spine Go.
Encouraging The Spine to be his best self and to show off his talents and skills.
Put on a show.
To entertain and impress others with his abilities.
Do what you do best.
To do what he excels in and what he is known for.
You always know best.
You are an expert in your field and know what is best for you.
Need help with diction?
Asking if the person needs help with their pronunciation or manner of speaking.
(Indefatigable)
Indestructible or unable to tire out.
Or home repair?
Asking if the person needs help fixing something in their home.
(Try the plunger, first)
A suggestion to use a plunger to fix a clogged toilet.
Sowing or weaving,
Asking if the person needs help with sewing or weaving.
He′ll do your taxes on a double dare.
He is willing to help with anything, even if it is difficult.
(And quadruple your returns.)
A humorous line implying that he will help the person to get more money back on their taxes.
Suffering from diarrhea?
A humorous question that most likely refers to needing help with digestive issues.
(Hydration is key)
A suggestion to drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated.
Well he's been there.
A humorous statement implying that The Spine has experienced digestive issues before.
(No Rabbit. Robots can not get diarrhea.)
A humorous line retorting Rabbit's comment.
About three times a day.
A humorous line perpetuating the digestive jokes.
(That′s not true folks.)
The Spine clarifies that he is just joking around and doesn't really have digestive issues.
He pays for TP with your fair.
A play on words suggesting that he spends your hard earned money (fare) on toilet paper.
He′s got,
The Spine has different attributes/talents that he can use to help.
Diarrhea.
A humorous line referencing the digestive jokes made earlier.
Go Spine Go.
Encouraging The Spine to show off his talents and skills.
Hold that flow.
Another reference to the digestive jokes made earlier.
Wait 'til after the show.
To wait until later to address the issue (if there is one) so that it doesn't disrupt the show.
Not on the floo'.
A playful and humorous warning to not use the bathroom on the floor.
This is not our home.
A humorous reminder that they are not at home and to be respectful of the venue.
He doesn′t have diarrhea.
A clarification that The Spine doesn't actually have digestive issues, and it was all a joke.
(Thank you Hatchworth)
A thank you to Hatchworth for clearing things up.
But he is a super spy.
A playful exaggeration of The Spine's abilities.
(Uh, now hold on a second.)
A retort from Rabbit challenging that claim.
He′s got some pretty cool gadgets.
A reference to The Spine's talents.
(Well that is true.)
A rebuttal to Rabbit's challenge.
To topple governments, and the like.
A humorous exaggeration of what he might do with his gadgets.
(Oh boy.)
A playful response to his earlier statement.
He's not really a spy.
A clarification that The Spine is not actually a spy.
(I appreciate that Rabbit.)
A playful response to Rabbit's skepticism.
But he does love him some pie.
A playful line suggesting that The Spine enjoys eating pie, despite the fact that he is a robot and cannot eat.
(Rabbit, robots can not eat.)
A clarification to Rabbit's comment.
Eat so much pie.
Despite not being able to eat, The Spine still loves pie and may dream of being able to taste it someday.
Have diarrhea only the whole night.
A humorous line calling back to earlier jokes about digestive issues, but this time suggesting that he will have it throughout the night (as opposed to the three times earlier).
No I won′t.
The Spine is asserting that he will not have digestive issues.
Yes you will.
Rabbit is challenging The Spine's assertion.
(Yes you will. Yes you will)
A humorous repetition of the challenge.
If you don′t right now,
If he doesn't have digestive issues now,
Then you will.
He will later have digestive issues (according to Rabbit's teasing).
I said that I won't.
The Spine is clarifying his previous assertion that he won't have digestive issues.
I′m fairly certain you will.
Rabbit is playfully teasing The Spine and reassuring him that he will have digestive issues later.
No I woo Woo OOo OW OW OWOWOWOWOWOWOWon't.
A playful and humorous way of asserting that he won't have digestive issues.
(OK. You got your point across)
A playful acknowledgement that he is being teased and that his point has been made.
(Yeah, you need to chill out bro.)
A playful response to the teasing.
Because you're,
This is why he is being teased and said to have digestive issues.
The Spine.
The character in the song who represents courage, strength, and protection.
Go Spine Go.
Encouraging The Spine to show off his talents and skills.
Put on a show.
To entertain and impress others with his abilities.
Bring a backup pair of slacks.
A playful and humorous warning to be prepared for anything.
Not during the show.
A reminder to take care of personal needs before or after the show.
The would be really gross.
A playful acknowledgement that the situation would be unpleasant and disruptive if something were to happen during the show.
Some day, I′ll quit this band.
A playful and humorous acknowledgement that eventually, all great things must come to an end.
Writer(s): David Bennett, Samuel Luke
Contributed by Jackson O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Melody The Tea Witch
Man, that "WOOOOOOOOOOOOOONT" from The Spine was truly a wonder. I love it.
Jasmine
I thought I had a more mature sense of humour than to laugh at robots singing about diarrhea...but in this particular instance, I can't help it! I bought this song because the itunes preview made it sound like it was just a song about the Spine...then I got to the part where they started singing about diarrhea and I was so surprised and amused that I couldn't help but laugh! The Spine's little interjections really make it, though x) This song (and just the Spine tbh) never fails to make me smile!
Neoh Yi Woon
The Phantasm Toilet Humor is targeted towards ALL AGES,so I laughed at toilet humor as a toddler.
Adam Dawson
I thought I had a mature sense of humour too. huh, guess I was wrong lol
heck life
We learn a lot of things-- Never did I think I'd like a bunch of singing robots, especially robots singing about diarrhea.
Finn
I love how Rabbit and Hatchworth are goofy and crazy but the Spine is just like the voice of reason.
Cha
I just love you guys. I just love the fact that your enormous talent is used to perform truly beautiful songs as loony robots singing about diarrhea with all the strengh of their metal lungs. It sincerely makes me really happy.
ahitepo emery
@Cha it made me luagh the most when it was "that would be gross"
Cha
(I think the "not on the floor, this is not our home" is kind of the summum of uncontrollable laughing)
Maxine Smit
Two grown males and one grown female and what do you three sing about? Diharrea. Did I already told you people that you are awesome?