The Del Rubio triplets were born as the Boyd triplets (Edith, Elena and Mildred Boyd) in 1921 in the Panama Canal Zone. The girls grew up in the Panama Canal Zone and Washington, D.C.. Their stage name comes from the color they dyed their hair; the word "rubio" means "blond" in Spanish.
Grammy winning songwriter Allee Willis is credited with discovering the Del Rubio Triplets in 1985 and presenting them at her parties where they garnished much notable attention.[1] Their biggest "hit" was an acoustic-guitar cover version of the song "Whip It" by Devo.
They made various television appearances such as Married... with Children, Full House, The Golden Girls (called the Donatello Triplets on the show), Night Court and Pee-wee's Playhouse wearing bouffant hair-dos and gaudy blue eyeshadow. They often appeared scantily clad (usually showing off their legs) despite the fact that they were in their sixties at the time. They are often remembered for their contribution of "Winter Wonderland" to the Pee-wee's Playhouse Christmas Special that originally aired in 1988. They also briefly appeared in the motion picture Americathon, playing "America the Beautiful" behind several posing bodybuilders. In the late 1980s they were featured in a McDonald's fast food advertisement.
The three performed until Eadie was diagnosed with cancer in 1996 where she died at Torrance Memorial Medical Center in Torrance, California. After her death Elena and Milly never again performed but lived together for five years until Elena died of cancer in 2001. Elena and Eadie are interred in a family plot at Holy Cross Cemetery in Culver City, California next to their father.
Since the death of Elena Del Rubio, Milly has remained in the San Pedro, California home that they all shared together.
Light My Fire
The Del Rubio Triplets Lyrics
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You know that I would be a liar
If I was to say to you
Girl, we couldn't get much higher
Come on baby, light my fire
Come on baby, light my fire
Try to set the night on fire
The time to hesitate is through
No time to wallow in the mire
Try now we can only lose
And our love become a funeral pyre
Come on baby, light my fire
Come on baby, light my fire
Try to set the night on fire, yeah
The time to hesitate is through
No time to wallow in the mire
Try now we can only lose
And our love become a funeral pyre
Come on baby, light my fire
Come on baby, light my fire
Try to set the night on fire, yeah
You know that it would be untrue
You know that I would be a liar
If I was to say to you
Girl, we couldn't get much higher
Come on baby, light my fire
Come on baby, light my fire
Try to set the night on fire
Try to set the night on fire
Try to set the night on fire
Try to set the night on fire
The Del Rubio Triplets' song "Light My Fire" is a cover of The Doors' classic hit from 1967. The song is about the power of love and passion, and how it can make people feel alive and inspired. The lyrics are filled with metaphors of fire and heat, which symbolize the intensity and urgency of the need to express and experience love.
The first verse sets the tone for the song by acknowledging the potential obstacles that could stand in the way of the lovers' connection. However, the singer challenges those doubts and invites the object of their affection to ignite their passion and set their love on fire. The second verse emphasizes the urgency of this moment, declaring that the time for hesitation is over and the only way to move forward is to take a chance and risk everything for love. The chorus repeats the central request to "light my fire," adding a sense of urgency and a call to action.
Overall, "Light My Fire" is a powerful and passionate song that celebrates the transformative power of love. The lyrics capture the excitement and intensity of new love while also acknowledging the risks and potential consequences of such a deep and emotional commitment.
Line by Line Meaning
You know that it would be untrue
I want to be honest with you
You know that I would be a liar
I wouldn't want to deceive you
If I was to say to you
In case I told you
Girl, we couldn't get much higher
Our passion and excitement can reach new levels
Come on baby, light my fire
I urge you to ignite my passion
Try to set the night on fire
Let's make this a memorable and exciting experience
The time to hesitate is through
We shouldn't hold back anymore
No time to wallow in the mire
We shouldn't be stuck in negativity
Try now we can only lose
It's better to take risks than have regrets
And our love become a funeral pyre
Our relationship could turn into a disaster if we don't take action
Try to set the night on fire, yeah
Let's create some excitement and passion in our lives
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing
Written by: John Densmore, Jim Morrison, Robby Krieger, Ray Manzarek
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