Surfin' Bird
The Ramones攀 Lyrics
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B-bird's the word oh well-a bird bird bird
Bird is a word oh well-a bird bird bird
Well-a bird is the word oh well-a bird bird bird
B-bird's the word a-well-a bird bird
Well-a bird is a word a-well-a bird bird
B-bird's a-well-a bird bird bird
B-bird's a word a-well-a bird bird bird
B-bird's the word now well-a
Don't you know 'bout the bird
Well ev'rybody knows that the bird is a word
Oh well-a bird bird b-birds oh word well!
A-well-a ev'rybody dance about the bird bird bird bird
B-bird's the word oh well-a bird bird bird
B-bird's the word a-well-a bird bird bird
B-birds the word now when a bird bird
B-birds a word now when -a bird bird bird
B-bird's a word now well-a bird bird bird
B-bird's the word oh well-a bird bird bird
B-bird's the word a-well-a bird bird bird
B-bird's the word a-well-a don't you know 'bout the bird
Well ev'rybody's talkin' a-bout the bird a-well-a bird bird
B-birds the word well papa com-a mau ma-papa
Com-a ma mau papa com-a mau mau
Papa com-a mau mau well-a don't you know 'bout the bird
Well ev'rybody know that the bird is a word a-well-a bird bird
The Ramones's Surfin' Bird is a song that incorporates humor, randomness, and nonsense lyrics into a catchy tune that is easy to sing along to. The song revolves around the repetition of the phrase "bird is the word" which is sung in different variations throughout the song. The lyrics suggest that "everybody's heard about the bird" and that "the bird is a word." The song then goes on to encourage everyone to dance and sing about the bird.
The lyrics of Surfin' Bird are open to interpretation as they do not convey any particular meaning. However, some interpretations suggest that the song is a commentary on the popularity of certain fads and trends that become popular overnight and fade away just as quickly. Others interpret the song as a sarcastic commentary on the meaninglessness of popular culture. The lyrics are purposely nonsensical, and it seems that the true meaning behind the song is up to the listener's interpretation.
Line by Line Meaning
A-well-a ev'rybody's heard about the bird bird bird bird
Everyone has heard of this famous bird, and people keep talking about it.
B-bird's the word oh well-a bird bird bird
The word everyone is talking about is 'bird,' and it keeps coming up in conversation.
Bird is a word oh well-a bird bird bird
The word 'bird' is important, and people keep using it in various contexts.
Well-a bird is the word oh well-a bird bird bird
Again, 'bird' is the word people are talking about, and it is significant.
B-bird's the word a-well-a bird bird
Once again, 'bird' is the word that keeps being referenced.
Well-a bird is a word a-well-a bird bird
'Bird' is a meaningful and relevant word to the current conversation.
B-bird's a-well-a bird bird bird
'Bird' is still the topic of discussion, and it is mentioned multiple times.
B-bird's a word a-well-a bird bird bird
Once again, 'bird' is the word people keep using and referencing.
Well-a bird is a word a-well-a bird bird
'Bird' is the key word in this conversation, and it is being used regularly.
B-bird's the word now well-a
The focus is still on 'bird,' and it is the prevailing topic of discussion.
Don't you know 'bout the bird
Assuming the listener is aware of the topic at hand, which is the bird.
Well ev'rybody knows that the bird is a word
The 'bird' is a commonly used and important word in the current context.
Oh well-a bird bird b-birds oh word well!
Again, 'bird' is the subject of the conversation, and there is much discussion about it.
A-well-a ev'rybody dance about the bird bird bird bird
People are dancing and celebrating the bird, and it is still a major topic of conversation and interest.
B-bird's the word oh well-a bird bird bird
'Bird' is still a very important word, according to the people talking about it.
B-bird's the word a-well-a bird bird bird
Reiterating again that 'bird' is the central concept of the ongoing discussion.
B-birds the word now when a bird bird
'Bird' continues to be the main focus, and it is mentioned yet again.
B-birds a word now when -a bird bird bird
Once again, 'bird' is a relevant concept and continues to be discussed by the people involved in the conversation.
B-bird's a word now well-a bird bird bird
The word 'bird' is still the primary topic of conversation among the group.
B-bird's the word oh well-a bird bird bird
Once again, the word 'bird' is the focus of the discussion and is frequently used by those talking.
B-bird's the word a-well-a bird bird bird
Yet again, the importance of the word 'bird' is reinforced by its frequent use and discussion.
B-bird's the word a-well-a don't you know 'bout the bird
Assuming that the listener is still aware of the current topic being discussed, which is the bird.
Well ev'rybody's talkin' a-bout the bird a-well-a bird bird
Everyone involved in the conversation is discussing the bird and its significance.
B-birds the word well papa com-a mau ma-papa
The phrase 'papa com-a mau ma-papa' is possibly an expression of excitement or enthusiasm for the bird.
Com-a ma mau papa com-a mau mau
This phrase may also express excitement, enthusiasm, or joy.
Papa com-a mau mau well-a don't you know 'bout the bird
Assuming the listener is still aware of the current topic being discussed, which is still the bird.
Well ev'rybody know that the bird is a word a-well-a bird bird
All participants in the conversation are aware of the significance of the word 'bird' and continue to discuss it at length.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JOHN HARRIS, TURNER WILSON JR, ALFRED FRAZIER, CARL WHITE
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