Post by Hucklebubba on Nov 27, 2003 2:28:12 GMT -5
Yes! I'm reviewing individual songs! Anything can be reviewed, as clearly demonstrated by Lore Sjoberg.
"Take on Me" by A-ha
In addition to being one of the best songs of the whole 80s, this one also takes home the award of "Least Related Music Video." As far as I can recall, I've never listened to "Take on Me" and thought to myself, "Hmmm. This song sounds like it's about a girl who draws a guy who comes to life, and then some weird cross-dimensional stuff happens."
"Sweet Emotion" by Aerosmith
I've never really liked Aerosmith all that much, myself. I'm sure my dislike stems from jealousy towards Steven Tyler, which in turn stems from my inability to use my lips as a third grasping appendage.
This song appeals to me mainly because it sounds like they're saying "Sweet Emulsion." Mmmm. Delicious nourishing emulsion. Also, one of the lines in the second or third verse is, "Can't catch me, 'cause the rabbit done died." This lyric is a celebration of the time-honored male tradition of losing control of one's pant goblin, and then laying a patch of molten rubber all the way to the horizon once knocking-up is confirmed. I wouldn't have understood the significance of "rabbit done died." had my parents not bestowed upon me their obscure knowledge of arcane pregnancy tests. So, thanks mom and pop.
Fun fact: If I were to type the words "Sweet Emotion" as they're sung, "Sweet" would have 47 "e"'s, with each "e" representing a full minute.
"Mr. Roboto" by Styx
I hold this song personally responsible for getting me interested in non-current music. Believe it or not, "Mr. Roboto" is actually based on a strange rock-opera of sorts. It tells the story of Kilroy, a lone rock n' roll hero in some sort of post-apocalyptic rock n' roll-free future dystopia. I also know what the Japanese lyrics at the start mean. In related news, I still don't have a girlfriend.
"Every Breath You Take" by Sting
The song that made stalking romantic again.
What? Listen to the lyrics!
"Take My Breath Away" by Berlin
Another "breath" song, which my friend Miles claims isn't a love song at all, but is actually a creepy tune about murder. It's probably best known as the porking accompaniment in Top Gun. I've often suggested that it'd be funny if this song switched scenes with "Danger Zone."
Notice how I've painted Miles as a sociopath of some sort, while simultaneously giving myself lovable, mischievous qualities. He also can't shoot lightning bolts from his arse like I can.
"I'm On Fire" by Bruce Springsteen
This song was originally a desperate plea for help, but it was voiced in such a mellow way, that by the time somebody finally figured out what was up, all that was left of poor Bruce was his steel endoskeleton. He went on to complete a record-breaking tour.
"I Want To Know What Love Is" by Foreigner
One of the commentators on VH1's "I Love the 80s" put it best when he said that "I Want To Know What Love Is" is one of those songs that you pretend is dumb when your friends are around, then belt out at the top of your lungs once you're alone.
"Panama" by Van Halen
Originally thought to be titled "Cannonball," or "Zabaza." This one gets the "Most Unsettling Double-Entendre" award. The winning recitation is as follows:
David Lee Roth: "I reach down.....between my legs...."
Listener: "Aaaaaahhh!!!"
David Lee Roth: "...ease the seat back."
Listener: "Oh."
It's also kind of upsetting that the allegedly awesome car heard revving in the background sounds like a blender set on "frappe."
"Owner of a Lonely Heart" by Yes
After careful analysis of both the song and its music video, I've determined, with reasonable confidence, that "Owner of a Lonely Heart" is about something, and may actually contain English lyrics. All possible meaning aside, my favorite part of the video is when the generic businessman is fighting the thugs, and he suddenly decides to throw an incredibly fake-looking dummy of himself off of the building. To distract his attackers, I guess.
"Take on Me" by A-ha
In addition to being one of the best songs of the whole 80s, this one also takes home the award of "Least Related Music Video." As far as I can recall, I've never listened to "Take on Me" and thought to myself, "Hmmm. This song sounds like it's about a girl who draws a guy who comes to life, and then some weird cross-dimensional stuff happens."
"Sweet Emotion" by Aerosmith
I've never really liked Aerosmith all that much, myself. I'm sure my dislike stems from jealousy towards Steven Tyler, which in turn stems from my inability to use my lips as a third grasping appendage.
This song appeals to me mainly because it sounds like they're saying "Sweet Emulsion." Mmmm. Delicious nourishing emulsion. Also, one of the lines in the second or third verse is, "Can't catch me, 'cause the rabbit done died." This lyric is a celebration of the time-honored male tradition of losing control of one's pant goblin, and then laying a patch of molten rubber all the way to the horizon once knocking-up is confirmed. I wouldn't have understood the significance of "rabbit done died." had my parents not bestowed upon me their obscure knowledge of arcane pregnancy tests. So, thanks mom and pop.
Fun fact: If I were to type the words "Sweet Emotion" as they're sung, "Sweet" would have 47 "e"'s, with each "e" representing a full minute.
"Mr. Roboto" by Styx
I hold this song personally responsible for getting me interested in non-current music. Believe it or not, "Mr. Roboto" is actually based on a strange rock-opera of sorts. It tells the story of Kilroy, a lone rock n' roll hero in some sort of post-apocalyptic rock n' roll-free future dystopia. I also know what the Japanese lyrics at the start mean. In related news, I still don't have a girlfriend.
"Every Breath You Take" by Sting
The song that made stalking romantic again.
What? Listen to the lyrics!
"Take My Breath Away" by Berlin
Another "breath" song, which my friend Miles claims isn't a love song at all, but is actually a creepy tune about murder. It's probably best known as the porking accompaniment in Top Gun. I've often suggested that it'd be funny if this song switched scenes with "Danger Zone."
Notice how I've painted Miles as a sociopath of some sort, while simultaneously giving myself lovable, mischievous qualities. He also can't shoot lightning bolts from his arse like I can.
"I'm On Fire" by Bruce Springsteen
This song was originally a desperate plea for help, but it was voiced in such a mellow way, that by the time somebody finally figured out what was up, all that was left of poor Bruce was his steel endoskeleton. He went on to complete a record-breaking tour.
"I Want To Know What Love Is" by Foreigner
One of the commentators on VH1's "I Love the 80s" put it best when he said that "I Want To Know What Love Is" is one of those songs that you pretend is dumb when your friends are around, then belt out at the top of your lungs once you're alone.
"Panama" by Van Halen
Originally thought to be titled "Cannonball," or "Zabaza." This one gets the "Most Unsettling Double-Entendre" award. The winning recitation is as follows:
David Lee Roth: "I reach down.....between my legs...."
Listener: "Aaaaaahhh!!!"
David Lee Roth: "...ease the seat back."
Listener: "Oh."
It's also kind of upsetting that the allegedly awesome car heard revving in the background sounds like a blender set on "frappe."
"Owner of a Lonely Heart" by Yes
After careful analysis of both the song and its music video, I've determined, with reasonable confidence, that "Owner of a Lonely Heart" is about something, and may actually contain English lyrics. All possible meaning aside, my favorite part of the video is when the generic businessman is fighting the thugs, and he suddenly decides to throw an incredibly fake-looking dummy of himself off of the building. To distract his attackers, I guess.
