The name comes from the bouffant wigs that are part of the band's distinctive look, worn by singers Cindy Wilson and Kate Pierson. Along with Wilson and Pierson, fellow vocalist Fred Schneider, drummer (and later guitarist) Keith Strickland, and guitarist Ricky Wilson (Cindy's older brother) formed the band after a drunken night at a Chinese restaurant. They shared a passion for mixing and matching older styles with a partying, good-time public image, which set them apart from many staid 70s contemporaries.
Their sound is particularly marked by the vocals of Wilson and Pierson, with Kate singing in a slightly deeper voice, along with the generally monotone or spoken-word vocals of Schneider. Aside from their vocals, the band also had a unique New Wave sound that was a combination of 50s and 60s dance music and surf rock, and the unusual guitar-string tunings utilized by Ricky Wilson. Although a clear part of said movement, their music was more experimental than most new wave groups, indulging in all manner of odd vocal and synthesizer effects. The B-52's created a quirky dance vibe that became very popular and their tours have been successful for decades.
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Moon
The B-52's Lyrics
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It's called the moon
And everybody is there, including,
Saturn, Mercury
Saturn, Venus
Saturn, Mars
Saturn, Jupiter
The Van Allen Belt
Roll-roll-roll-roll-rollin' in Andromeda
Won-ton-ton-ton rama-in-Andromeda
There's too many rings---This is the Space Age
There's too many things---This is the Space Age
Just ain't no atmosphere tonight
If you're lucky you get to ride in a gold meteorite
If you're not, you get a mouth, a mouthful of red Kryptonite
You better move over
Here comes a Super-nova
Kryptonite- - -
Destination moon
If you're in outer space
Don't feel out of place
'cause there are thousands of others like you
Others like you
Others like you
Well there's a moon, it's in the sky
It's called the moon
And everybody is there 'cluding
'ranus
Neptune
'ranus
Pluto
Destination moon
Many gamma rays around it
Van Allen Belt surrounds it
This is the Space Age
Please don't worry
This is the Space Age
Just don't worry
This is the Space Age
Others like you
Ahhh ahhh..........
The B-52's "Moon" is a song that celebrates the wonder and excitement of the space age. The song starts with a repeated refrain "This is the space age" which sets the tone of the song. It is an optimistic and futuristic song, invoking images of rocket ships, outer space, and the great unknown. The lyrics repeat "Others like you" which is inviting the listener into the world of the space age. The song has a pre-chorus with the line "Ah, don't feel out of place" which again aims to reassure the listener that they are not alone in this new and exciting era.
The chorus repeats the phrase "This is the space age, others like you" which reinforces the idea that everyone is included in this new age of exploration, discovery, and technological advancements. The song emphasizes the unity of humanity, and the idea that everyone can be a part of something bigger than themselves. The repetition of the chorus reinforces the idea that the space age is a collective experience. The song ends with the line "thousands" repeated twice, which could be interpreted as a reference to the number of people who will experience this age of space exploration.
Overall, "Moon" is a song that celebrates the wonder and excitement of the space age. It is an inclusive song that invites listeners to be a part of this new age of exploration and discovery.
Line by Line Meaning
This is the space age
We are living in a time of great technological progress and achievement
Others like you
People who share your interests and passions exist
Ah
An expression of excitement or wonder
Don't feel out of place
You belong here and are accepted, despite any doubts or insecurities you may have
Do you
Encouragement to be yourself and pursue your unique path
There are others like you
Reiteration that you are not alone and others who relate to you exist
Thousands
A hyperbolic expression of the vast numbers of people who share your interests and passions
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Tony-Deborah.
on Debbie
NO! It's not about some generic "Debbie," it's a tribute to Debbie Harry of Blondie! (I guess it's easier if you grew up in the 80s)
Wayne Matthess
on Dance This Mess Around
Remember........when you held his little kitty Paw.............Remember......Remember when you held my cat';s paw...walk and talk in the name of Kalvin........before you break...My heart......oh don't ya know why.........Why won't you dance with me, my cats? I'm not no limburger.....just a limburger.......Just a limburger 2 more times...oh 3 more times.....and finally Fred....Dance this Mess Round Round Round Round Round....
Wayne Matthess
on There's A Moon In The Sky (Called The Moon)
there's a moon in the sky.....does anyone beside me think this was a song no one realized was so great....i think this is one good good song that is so danceable even 30 yrs.....listen and groove........no one has thought this is one of the best ones they've ever done but simply just one track on 2nd album, a B side song i guess.......dang, i would've put this on radio play, video the whole works....instead of that awful awful Love Shack....my god that Love Shack sucked,........