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.
Worms Make Dirt
The Aquabats Lyrics
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-Yes Son?
-Where does dirt come from?
-Dirt comes from… The Worms.
-Wow! Awesome!
There is a chipmunk
At the center of the earth
He bakes his own desserts
He warms the ocean
And from that, life springs forth
Little organisms building trash around the clock
Compost heaps
Are melting pots
For Farmer John's
Smoked Sausage stocks
Worms make the dirt
And the dirt makes the earth
And all of the roots have a place to sleep now
All the chanuks have squash to eat now
Worms make the dirt
And the dirt makes the earth
And people hold hands and feel terrific
Food comes from dirt
It's scientific
Yeah! Wow!
There's so much to learn!
The Sun came from a cave
And it made the clouds go by
(Hi!)
The clouds had a conference
And rain fell from the sky
(Wow!)
Worms got thirsty
From eating too much dirt
(Yeah!)
They came up through the ground
And got eaten by the birds
(Huh?)
Some worms escaped
With their lives
(Oh boy!)
They excreted soil
Yeah! Yeah! Yeah!
Worms make the dirt
And the dirt makes the earth
And all of the roots have a place to sleep now
All the chanuks have squash to eat now
Worms make the dirt
And the dirt makes the earth
And people hold hands and feel terrific
Food comes from dirt
It's scientific
THE MIRACLE OF LIFE IS AWESOME!
AWESOME!
Worms make dirt
The Aquabats's song "Worms Make Dirt" is a fun, silly song that teaches children about where dirt comes from, and how it is essential for the growth of plants and the production of food. The song begins with a mother and son having a conversation about dirt and where it comes from. The mother explains to her son that dirt comes from worms, which fascinates the child. The song then goes on to talk about the role of worms in the creation of soil, and how soil is the foundation for all plant life.
The song takes a humorous approach to teaching these concepts, with lyrics like "There is a chipmunk at the center of the earth, and in his big oven, he bakes his own desserts," and "Worms got thirsty from eating too much dirt, they came up through the ground and got eaten by the birds." The song also touches on the idea of composting and how organic matter can be broken down into soil through the work of worms.
Overall, "Worms Make Dirt" is a catchy, upbeat song that teaches important lessons about the natural world in a fun and engaging way.
Line by Line Meaning
There is a chipmunk
According to this fun story, at the center of the earth, there is a chipmunk.
At the center of the earth
The imaginary center of the earth is where the chipmunk in this story bakes his desserts in a big oven.
He bakes his own desserts
This chipmunk is a master baker, making his own desserts in his big oven.
He warms the ocean
The chipmunk's baking is so powerful that it warms the ocean.
And from that, life springs forth
The warmth of the ocean gives rise to new life forms.
Little organisms building trash around the clock
The new life forms produced by the chipmunk and the warmth of the ocean are constantly creating and building, even in the form of trash.
Compost heaps
Compost heaps are where organic waste gets broken down into soil.
Are melting pots
Compost heaps are like melting pots, where different elements come together and transform into something new.
For Farmer John's
These compost heaps are specifically for Farmer John, who uses the soil produced for his crops.
Smoked Sausage stocks
The compost heaps also have an impact on Farmer John's sausage stocks, which are possibly fed with crops from the compost soil.
Worms make the dirt
As evidenced in this story, it is worms that actually create the soil we rely on for food and crops.
And the dirt makes the earth
Earth is made up of soil, which is in turn created by worms.
And all of the roots have a place to sleep now
Thanks to worms and the soil they create, plant roots have a place to grow and thrive.
All the chanuks have squash to eat now
With healthy soil, plant growth is optimized, leading to bountiful harvests of nutritious vegetables like squash that everyone can enjoy.
And people hold hands and feel terrific
A healthy food supply leads to healthier people, fostering a sense of community and well-being.
Food comes from dirt
At its most basic level, food is grown in soil, making the health of the soil and the creatures that inhabit it essential to human survival and well-being.
It's scientific
While this story is a fun and whimsical way to explain a complex ecological process, it is still based on scientific principles.
The Sun came from a cave
In this story, the origin of the sun is an underground cave.
And it made the clouds go by
The sun's powerful rays drive the movement of clouds in the sky.
The clouds had a conference
Even cloud formations can become organized and work together, implying a sense of order in the natural world.
And rain fell from the sky
This organization of clouds leads to rainfall, which is essential to the growth of plants and crops on earth.
Worms got thirsty
Even worms get thirsty, suggesting a level of consciousness and awareness in the natural world.
From eating too much dirt
Worms need to consume soil to create more soil, but sometimes they can overdo it and become dehydrated - a humorous take on a real-life issue.
They came up through the ground
To quench their thirst, the worms had to leave their underground homes and come up to the surface.
And got eaten by the birds
Unfortunately for the thirsty worms, they become easy prey for birds who have come to enjoy the spoils of the soil ecosystem.
Some worms escaped
Not all the worms were eaten by the birds - some were lucky enough to escape.
With their lives
These lucky worms were able to avoid becoming part of the food chain and continue on with their lives.
They excreted soil
These worms, having feasted on soil, now contribute to the creation of even more soil through their excrement.
THE MIRACLE OF LIFE IS AWESOME!
This line is a testament to the wonder and beauty of the natural world, as well as the interconnectedness of all living beings and their environments.
AWESOME!
An exclamation of awe and wonder at the incredible complexity of the natural world and the continuously surprising discoveries that await us.
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