The Flintstones
The BC-52's Lyrics
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Flintstones, meet the Flintstones
There the modern stone age family
From the town of Bedrock
There a page right out of history
Let's ride with the family down the street
When you're with the Flintstones
Have a yabba dabba doo time, a dabba doo time
We'll have a gay old time
The Flintstones
Flintstones, meet the Flintstones
There the modern stone age family
From the town of Bedrock
There a page right out of history
Someday, maybe Fred will win the fight
Then the cat will stay out for the night
When you're with the Flintstones
Have a yabba dabba doo time, a dabba doo time
We'll have a gay old time
We'll have a gay old time
"The Flintstones" by The BC-52's is a classic theme song of the popular animated TV show, The Flintstones. This song describes a typical day in the life of the Flintstones family, a prehistoric family who lives in the town of Bedrock. The catchy chorus "Yabba Dabba Doo" is Fred Flintstones' signature phrase and is repeated throughout the song. The song also mentions some notable aspects of the show, such as Fred's two feet, which he uses for his car, and the family cat, who always gets kicked out by Fred. The lyrics use the phrase "a page right out of history" to describe the Flintstones family since they live in prehistoric times.
The BC-52's version of "The Flintstones" was released in 1994 as a part of the soundtrack for the live-action film adaptation of The Flintstones. The song was a remake of the original theme song. The BC-52's was a parody band composed of the members of the B-52's who were known for their quirky and humorous take on music. The BC-52's version of "The Flintstones" has a more upbeat and danceable tempo than the original, and it showcases the band's unique sound with its use of horns and guitars.
Line by Line Meaning
Yubba dubba doo
An expression of excitement, enthusiasm or contentment.
Flintstones, meet the Flintstones
Introducing the Flintstones and acknowledging their entrance.
There the modern stone age family
This is a description of the Flintstones, a family from a prehistoric time with modern attributes.
From the town of Bedrock
The Flintstones live in Bedrock.
There a page right out of history
The Flintstones are a representation of an ancient time period.
Let's ride with the family down the street
Joining the Flintstones on a journey down their neighbourhood street.
By the courtesy of Fred's two feet
Fred is walking and leading the way for their journey.
When you're with the Flintstones
Implying that the listener is also joining the Flintstones on their journey.
Have a yabba dabba doo time, a dabba doo time
A fun time with excitement and enjoyment.
We'll have a gay old time
The group will have a joyful and fun experience.
Someday, maybe Fred will win the fight
Fred is known for fighting, and this line suggests that he may win one eventually.
Then the cat will stay out for the night
If Fred wins the fight, the cat will be too afraid to come back inside the house and will stay out for the night.
We'll have a gay old time
Repeating that the group will have a joyful and fun experience.
Writer(s): Joseph Barbera, Hoyt Curtin, William Hanna
Contributed by Isabella L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@tonyhdtis
Yabba dabba doo!
Flintstones, meet the Flintstones
They're the modern stone age family
From the town of Bedrock
They're a page right out of history
Let's ride with the family down the street
Through the courtesy of Fred's two feet
When you're with the Flintstones
Have a yabba dabba doo time
A dabba doo time
We'll have a gay old time
The Flintstones!
Flintstones, meet the Flintstones
They're the modern stone age family
From the town of Bedrock
They're a page right out of history
Someday, maybe Fred will win the fight
Then the cat will stay out for the night
When you're with the Flintstones
Have a yabba dabba doo time
A dabba doo time
We'll have a gay old time
We'll have a gay old time (yeah)
@sickskoobie6768
I love this version of the Flintstones theme song and I love the movie it comes from and I just love the Flintstones, honestly.
@sandurojas
A super fan of The Flinstones during my childhood! Good movie! Good times!
@bxbygurlx3__xo93
This brings back so many childhood memories
@guntherthequizmaster9515
Is that so❓
@sarnobat2000
Yes this reminds me of my first trip to the US in 1994 when I was at Universal Studios in Orlando.
@MrKenichi22
me too buddy
@CaptainCretaceous91
This was one of my favorite movies growing up. Heck, it still is.
@garfieldthecat6889
Mine too.
@MrKenichi22
Love this song… there’s a reason I loved this movie of 1994
@adamnewman1740
Mine too!