Havalina
Pixies
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Written by: CHARLES THOMPSON
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10 facts about this song
Song Origin"Havalina" is a song by the American alternative rock band, Pixies. It was released as part of their album "Bossanova" in 1990.
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Song TitleThe song is named after a species of wild pig known as a javelina or peccary, which are common in parts of North America, South America, and Central America. However, the band chose to use an unconventional spelling for the title.
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Album ThemeThe track contributes to the theme of the "Bossanova" album which greatly focused on all things extraterrestrial and surf-related. This creates a feeling of surrealism throughout the album.
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Song Inspiration"Havalina" was inspired by a real encounter that lead singer Black Francis had with a wild javelina while visiting Arizona.
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LyricsIn line with the album's theme, the lyrics involve a dreamy wander through the Arizona desert landscape, making reference to the encounter with the wild pig and other natural elements like the walking cactus.
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Music StyleThe song, like many of the band's other works, showcases their characteristic blend of surf rock, punk, and rockabilly, set to unconventional song structures.
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Critical ReceptionCritics have hailed the song for its dreamy sound and evocative lyrics, considering it a standout track on the "Bossanova" album.
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Live PerformancesPixies often perform "Havalina" live on their tours and it has become a fan favorite, appreciated for its unique melody and striking lyrics.
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Album PerformanceThe album "Bossanova," which "Havalina" is a part of, peaked at number 70 on the Billboard 200 chart, signifying its commercial success.
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RecordingThe song, like the rest of the "Bossanova" album, was recorded in Los Angeles, California, a departure from their previous recordings which had all been done on the East Coast.
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