Zombina and the Skeletones are especially popular on Halloween playlists.
Ape Man
Zombina and the Skeletones Lyrics
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Thriller gorilla to keep me safe from harm,
I wanna date a chimpanzee and feel that King Kong vibe,
Simian Don Juan monkey business is really gonna blow my mind.
Woah, he's gotta be an ape man.
All I need is a banana and a king-size net,
I wouldn't date a wolfman or the creature from the black lagoon,
But you can't go wrong with the son of Kong or a Frankenstein baboon.
I just got a phonecall from the agency,
They said they got that monkey there for me.
And if you listen closely... you can hear him stomping into town!
I'm goin' out with all my money to buy me a wedding gown.
He's gotta be ape for me.
In Zombina and the Skeletones's song Ape Man, the singer expresses her desire for a particular kind of partner - an ape man. She lists the qualities that she expects from her ideal partner, which includes the strength and safety that a thriller gorilla can offer, the charm and charisma of a Simian Don Juan, and the powerful and dominating presence of King Kong. The singer asserts that an ape man is what she needs and wants, and even goes on to describe her plan to capture one by using a banana and a king-size net. She makes it clear that she is not interested in dating other monstrous creatures such as Wolfman or the Creature from the Black Lagoon.
The song is an interesting take on the human desire for a perfect partner. It highlights how people often have very specific expectations and ideals when it comes to love and relationships. The song also plays with the idea of monstrosity and the acceptance of the other, especially when it comes to romantic attraction. Moreover, the song makes use of humor and irony to convey its message, as it is obvious that an ape man is not a realistic or actual romantic prospect.
Line by Line Meaning
All I need is an ape man to hold in my arms,
I am longing for a romantic partner who is primitive in nature, specifically an ape man, whom I can embrace closely.
Thriller gorilla to keep me safe from harm,
I want a gorilla to protect and safeguard me from any threat that may arise.
I wanna date a chimpanzee and feel that King Kong vibe,
I desire to go out with a chimpanzee and experience the intensity and passion of a King Kong-like relationship.
Simian Don Juan monkey business is really gonna blow my mind.
The romantic antics of a suave and debonair Don Juan-like simian will truly captivate and enthrall me.
All I need is a banana and a king-size net,
To catch my desired ape man, all I require is a banana and a large trap or net.
If I'm gonna catch that ape man for my pet,
I am determined to capture and domesticate the ape man as my own personal pet.
I wouldn't date a wolfman or the creature from the black lagoon,
I have no interest in romantic relationships with a werewolf or any aquatic humanoid monster.
But you can't go wrong with the son of Kong or a Frankenstein baboon.
On the other hand, a romantic partner who is the offspring of King Kong or a baboon enhanced with Frankenstein's creation would be an ideal match for me.
I just got a phonecall from the agency,
I have received a call from a service or organization that has sourced my desired romantic partner.
They said they got that monkey there for me.
The agency has informed me that they have found the ape man I am looking for.
And if you listen closely... you can hear him stomping into town!
If you pay attention, you can hear the loud footsteps of the ape man as he approaches the town.
I'm goin' out with all my money to buy me a wedding gown.
I am so excited about my upcoming wedding to the ape man that I am willing to spend all my money on a perfect wedding dress.
He's gotta be ape for me.
It is essential for my romantic partner to be a primate or ape-like creature for me.
Contributed by Madelyn W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.