Starting as a parody of the booming third-wave ska scene in Southern California (their first show, reportedly, was played with fourteen members, at least half of which were wielding horns), The Aquabats played third-wave ska with surf guitar sounds and b-movie inspired lyrics. Over time, their sound became even more eclectic, dropping much of the surf guitar leads and ska rhythms for more varied influences.
Their current sound blends upbeat rock and roll, new wave, punk, and ska/rocksteady with synth largely replacing their horn and woodwind section. Notable influences upon The Aquabats are Devo, Oingo Boingo, Madness, and Toy Dolls.
The Aquabats’ current lineup is The MC Bat Commander (vocals), Ricky Fitness (drums), Crash McLarson (bass), Eagle "Bones" Falconhawk (guitar) & Jimmy the Robot (keyboards/tenor sax). Former members like Chainsaw, The Prince of Karate; Prince Adam; and Catboy have been known to come back into the fold for the occasional show.
The Aquabats's most recent album is Kooky Spooky... In Stereo!, released on August 21, 2020. via Gloopy Records.
Lovers of Loving Love
The Aquabats Lyrics
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my pants are saggin', your braided hair . .
the suckers stare, but we don't care
'cuz we're in love . .. .
Funny faces
In sunny places
Being in love it feels so great
Two ingredients:
My buttercup
And the perfrect place
Me and you
Here's what we'll do
Walk hand-in-hand
Into Lovers Land, aah
You're the best
And I can't resist
A kiss on the lips aaah aaah
Don't talk
just watch the world go by
As we float away
In slow motion
So special
It's so special
You the girl i see
I am your boy to be
I'm so happy
I'm so happy
That I'm a boy and you're a girl alright
I'm so happy
i'm so happy
I'm overjoyed
We're gonna hang out tonight
I can't walk
Can't move
Because i'm paralyzed
By your love
And that's OK by me
I'm so happy
I'm so Happy
It's real great
We're lovers of loving love
Lovers of loving love
It's so hip
To give you a kiss
And taste cherry chapstick aaah
It's our secret,
Our little secret
We'll never tell
Don't talk
just watch the world go by
As we float away
In slow motion
So special
It's so special
You the girl i see
I am your boy to be
I'm so happy
I'm so happy
That I'm a boy and you're a girl alright
I'm so happy
i'm so happy
I'm overjoyed
We're gonna hang out tonight
I can't walk
Can't move
Because i'm paralyzed
By your love
And that's OK by me
I'm so happy
I'm so happy
It's real great
We're lovers of loving love
Lovers of loving love
Lovers of loving
Love it's love
It's love
it's love
It's love
it's love
We're dreaming of
Lovers of loving
Love it's love
It's love
it's love
It's love
it's lovers of loving love
The Aquabats's song Lovers of Loving Love is a joyful celebration of the simple pleasures of being in love. The lyrics describe the feeling of being completely enamored with one's significant other and being enveloped in the warmth and happiness of love. The first verse sets the scene with the line "Funny faces in sunny places," which paints a picture of carefree love under the warm sun. The second verse describes the joy of being with one's love interest, walking hand-in-hand into "Lovers Land" and feeling the irresistible urge to kiss. The chorus repeats the refrain "I'm so happy, I'm so happy" to underscore the overwhelming happiness that comes with being in love.
The bridge of the song is particularly poignant, as it highlights the idea that love can leave a person "paralyzed" or unable to move, but in a good way. It speaks to the notion that when you find the right person, everything else fades away, and all that is left is the love between two people. The song also plays with the concept of a secret love affair, with the lines, "It's our secret, our little secret, we'll never tell" suggesting that the love between two people can be so special that they want to keep it to themselves.
Line by Line Meaning
Funny faces
We will be silly and playful together
In sunny places
We will enjoy each other's company in bright and cheery surroundings
Being in love it feels so great
Being in love is a wonderful feeling
And all I need is
Love only requires two things
Two ingredients:
The essence of love is simple
My buttercup
My beloved one
And the perfect place
A beautiful setting to be together
Me and you
Our love is between us
Here's what we'll do
Let's make love our priority
Walk hand-in-hand
We will share every moment together
Into Lovers Land, aah
We will escape to a world of love
You're the best
You are perfect for me
And I can't resist
I am uncontrollably attracted to you
A kiss on the lips aaah aaah
Our romance is passionate
Don't talk
Our love transcends words
Just watch the world go by
We can peacefully observe the world around us
As we float away
We are lost in each other's love
In slow motion
Our love is timeless
So special
Our love is unique
It's so special
Our love is extraordinary
You the girl I see
You are the woman I love
I am your boy to be
I am the man who will love you forever
I'm so happy
My love for you fills me with joy
That I'm a boy and you're a girl alright
Our gender complement each other perfectly
I'm overjoyed
My love for you is overwhelming
We're gonna hang out tonight
We will share each other's company tonight
I can't walk
Your love has left me speechless
Can't move
I am lost in my love for you
Because I'm paralyzed
Your love has rendered me powerless
By your love
Your love controls me
And that's OK by me
I am happy to be in love with you
It's real great
Our love is amazing
We're lovers of loving love
Our love is forever
It's so hip
Our love is cool and trendy
To give you a kiss
Kissing you is wonderful
And taste cherry chapstick aaah
Kissing you is sweet and memorable
It's our secret,
Our romance is private
Our little secret
Our love is known only to us
We'll never tell
Our love will be kept hidden
Lovers of loving
We are people who love love
Love it's love
Love is love
We're dreaming of
Our love is a fantasy
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