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.
Pool Party
The Aquabats Lyrics
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It was a cool party
Cool pool party
La la la la
Pool party baby
It was a cool party
Cool pool party
La la la la
Popcorn, hot dog buns, and hamburger patties
All the food you need to feed the many hungry
Millions of people want in to my party
But it's invite only
And you're on the list baby
Your pool rips!
I cleaned it yesterday
Girls look cute!
In their swimming suits
Holy guacamole!
We've got chips!
So come on take a dip
'Cause my pool rips
[Chorus:]
It was a pool party for the cool kids at my school
It was a pool party for the cool kids at my school
It's so cool in my pool [Repeat x 4]
Yeah yeah yeah
Pool party baby
It was a cool party
Cool pool party
La la la la
Pool party baby
The ratio of girls to guys is five to one
There hasn't been a party like this since 1981
Come to my party let the games begin
We've even got floaties if you can't swim
Your pool rips!
I cleaned it yesterday
Girls look cute!
In their swimming suits
Holy guacamole!
We've got chips!
So come on take a dip
'Cause my pool rips
[Chorus]
I love you girl, you know it's true
To have a super party in my swimming pool
Jump on in and you will see
Just how fun a pool party can be
But don't eat too much before you swim
'Cause you might get a cramp under your chin
Someone's screaming, that's not cool
Who threw that Reggie bar in the pool?
Ronnie, Sally, Bobby and Mike
It's my pool party, we'll do what we like!
[Chorus]
There's no pool at my school
There's no school in my pool
There's no pool at my school
So it's cool at my pool
Yeah yeah yeah
The Aquabats's song "Pool Party" is an upbeat and playful tune that sets the tone for a fun and exciting party by the pool. The opening lines of "Pool party baby, it was a cool party, cool pool party," highlight the fun atmosphere and the coolness of the party. The song sets the scene of a grand party with everything from popcorn, hot dog buns, and hamburger patties, along with floaties on offer.
In the lyrics, the invite-only party seems to be quite exclusive, with millions of people wanting to get in, but only a few lucky ones making it on the guest list. The chorus talks about how the party was only for the cool kids at school, and the pool itself is a place where everyone wants to be. The ratio of girls to boys is five to one, and the song suggests that it's been ages since the last party like this.
The lyrics of "Pool Party" are light-hearted and speak to the essence of fun at a pool party. The song is about having fun, enjoying the sun, and swimming in the pool with friends. The song paints a picture of a party that evokes happiness, joy, and excitement.
Line by Line Meaning
Pool party baby
A party by the pool
It was a cool party
The party was great
Cool pool party
A great party by the pool
La la la la
Syllables used to complete the rhythm of the song
Popcorn, hot dog buns, and hamburger patties
The food that was served at the party
All the food you need to feed the many hungry
There was enough food to satisfy everyone
Millions of people want in to my party
A lot of people wanted to attend the party
But it's invite only
Only invited guests were allowed
And you're on the list baby
The person is on the guest list
Your pool rips!
The pool is great
I cleaned it yesterday
The pool was cleaned the day before
Girls look cute!
The girls looked attractive
In their swimming suits
The girls were wearing swimsuits
Holy guacamole!
An exclamation of surprise or amazement
We've got chips!
There are chips available
So come and take a dip
Come and swim in the pool
'Cause my pool rips
Because the pool is great
[Chorus:]
The chorus of the song
It was a pool party for the cool kids at my school
The party was for the popular kids at the singer's school
It's so cool in my pool [Repeat x 4]
The pool was very cool and fun
The ratio of girls to guys is five to one
There were more girls than guys at the party
There hasn't been a party like this since 1981
The last time there was a party like this was in 1981
Come to my party let the games begin
Come to the party and let the fun begin
We've even got floaties if you can't swim
There are floaties available for people who can't swim
I love you girl, you know it's true
The singer loves a girl at the party
To have a super party in my swimming pool
To have a great party by the pool
Jump on in and you will see
Jump in the pool and you'll have fun
Just how fun a pool party can be
Experience how fun a party by the pool can be
But don't eat too much before you swim
Don't eat too much before swimming to avoid stomach cramps
'Cause you might get a cramp under your chin
A person can get a cramp in their chin if they eat too much and then swim
Someone's screaming, that's not cool
Someone yelling is not good for the party atmosphere
Who threw that Reggie bar in the pool?
Someone threw a Reggie bar in the pool
Ronnie, Sally, Bobby and Mike
The names of some of the party guests
It's my pool party, we'll do what we like!
The artist is in charge of the party and can do what they want
[Chorus]
The chorus of the song
There's no pool at my school
The artist's school doesn't have a pool
There's no school in my pool
There is no school in the pool
So it's cool at my pool
The pool is cool and fun
Yeah yeah yeah
Syllables used to complete the rhythm of the song
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