Sheena Is a Punk Rocker
The Ramones/The Ramones Lyrics
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They're ready to go now they got their surfboards
And they're going to the discotheque Au Go Go
But she just couldn't stay she had to break away
Well New York City really has is all oh yeah, oh yeah
Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker now
Well she's a punk punk, a punk rocker
Punk punk a punk rocker
Punk punk a punk rocker
Punk punk a punk rocker
Well the kids are all hopped up and ready to go
They're ready to go now they got their surfboards
And they're going to the discotheque Au Go Go
But she just couldn't stay she had to break away
Well New York City really has is all oh yeah, oh yeah
Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker now
Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker now
Well she's a punk punk, a punk rocker
Punk punk a punk rocker
Punk punk a punk rocker
Punk punk a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker now
Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker now
Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker now
The Ramones's song Sheena Is a Punk is an ode to the punk rock scene, specifically the figure of Sheena, who represents the rebellious spirit of punk. The song starts with the image of teenagers getting ready to go out, armed with their surfboards and headed to the discotheque. However, Sheena decides to break away and go off on her own, implying there is something more important to her than mainstream entertainment. The chorus sings the praises of Sheena as a punk rocker, affirming her as the epitome of punk rock culture.
The lyrics suggest that punk rock was a counterculture that emerged in response to the numbing conformity of mainstream society. It offered a new sense of belonging and identity for young people who felt alienated and disillusioned with the status quo. By celebrating Sheena as a punk rocker, the song celebrates individuality and the courage to embrace one's authentic self.
The Ramones repeat the chorus three times to emphasize the importance of Sheena and punk rock culture. They use a repetitive, high-energy style that is characteristic of punk rock music, with short, fast-paced verses and a catchy chorus that is easy to sing along to. Overall, the song captures the spirit and identity of punk rock culture in a succinct, energetic way.
Line by Line Meaning
Well the kids are all hopped up and ready to go
The young people are full of energy and eager to get moving
They're ready to go now they got their surfboards
They have their surfboards with them, ready for action
And they're going to the discotheque Au Go Go
They are headed to the hot spot called Au Go Go discotheque
But she just couldn't stay she had to break away
She couldn't stay still and had to leave and do her own thing
Well New York City really has is all oh yeah, oh yeah
The city of New York has everything to offer, and the singer is enthusiastic about it
Sheena is a punk rocker
The singer of the song is a tough, rebellious woman
Well she's a punk punk, a punk rocker
The repetition of 'punk punk' emphasizes her punk attitude and style
Punk punk a punk rocker
The chorus continues to emphasize Sheena's rebellious personality and punk rock style
Sheena is a punk rocker now
The chorus repeats the statement of who Sheena is and what she represents
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DEE DEE RAMONE, DOUGLAS COLVIN, JEFFREY HYMAN, JOEY RAMONE, JOHN (RAMONE) CUMMINGS, JOHNNY RAMONE, THOMAS ERDELYI, TOMMY RAMONE
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Lyrics
Pre-Chorus]
Well the kids are all hopped up and ready to go
They're ready to go now they got their surfboards
And they're going to the discotheque a- go-go
But she just couldn't stay she had to break away
Well New York City really has is all oh yeah, oh yeah
[Chorus][x3]
Sheena is a punk rocker[x2]
Sheena is a punk rocker now
[Pre-Chorus]
[Chorus][x6]
@AllusernamesgoneFUCK
Johnnys power stance is iconic
@eatsmylifeYT
No.
@converse1762
@@eatsmylifeYT Yes!
@noahh2338
Joey's stance has him beat..the most powerful in rock history!🤘
@hannahpumpkins4359
@@noahh2338
He was a friend of mine; almost like a step-dad really. He made me go to college and get my BA. Ha also hated it if I ate fast foodhe'd pull out some snacks from his bag like Tiger Milk bars and cashews etc and give those to me to snack on!@noahh2338
@@hannahpumpkins4359 johnny or joey?
@toms4442
The great thing about the Ramones is that you can listen to three of their albums and still have 23 hours left in the day, to listen more Ramones! Short and sweet!
@jk6561
And as they progressed they just kept getting faster:)
@patrickmontes8971
Rock
@primebeef3938
HAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!! That’s the damn truth!