Planet Claire

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About Planet Claire

"Planet Claire" is the second single released by The B-52's from their self-titled debut album. The single was their second to chart anywhere, at no. 43 in Australia and no. 24 on the US Hot Dance Club Play chart, along with album tracks "Rock Lobster" and "Dance This Mess Around".


Year:
2005
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She came from Planet Claire
I knew she came from there
She drove a Plymouth Satellite
A-faster than the speed of light 

Planet Claire has pink air
All the trees are red
No one ever dies there
No one has a head

Some say she's from Mars
Or one of the seven stars that shine after three-thirty in the morning
Well, she isn't!

She came from Planet Claire
She came from Planet Claire

She came from Planet Claire

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The B-52's

The B-52s are an American rock band, formed in Athens, Georgia in 1976. The original line-up consisted of Fred Schneider (vocals, cowbell), Kate Pierson (vocals, keyboards), Cindy Wilson (vocals, tambourine, bongos), Ricky Wilson (guitar), and Keith Strickland (drums). Following Ricky Wilson's death in 1985 Strickland switched to guitar. more »

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Written by: HENRY MANCINI, KATE PIERSON, FRED SCHNEIDER, KEITH STRICKLAND, CINDY WILSON, RICKY WILSON

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Spirit Music Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., SENTRIC MUSIC

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13 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Planet Claire" by the B-52's is primarily categorized as New Wave and rock music.
Album Inclusion
This track is the opening song on the B-52's self-titled debut album, which was released in 1979.
Unique Instrumentation
"Planet Claire" prominently features a Fender Precision Bass, played by Sara Lee. The song also features a Wurlitzer electric piano and a Farfisa organ.
Narrative Content
The song tells a science-fiction-themed story about a woman named Claire, who supposedly comes from the planet Venus.
Influence and Inspiration
"Planet Claire" was influenced by 1950s and 1960s sci-fi and B-movie culture. It's been noted that the opening sequence is a direct homage to Henry Mancini's theme for the 1958 film "Peter Gunn."
Length of the Song
The song is noted for its long instrumental intro. Vocals do not start until two minutes into the track.
Critical Reception
"Planet Claire" was well-received by critics for its distinctive sound and whimsical lyrics, which became hallmarks of the B-52's style.
Co-written by Two Members
The song was composed by Kate Pierson, who also played the keyboard in the band and Fred Schneider, the group's frontman and vocalist.
Distinctive Sound Effects
The song also utilized unique sound effects such as police sirens and a distinctive "pinging" sound, intended to suggest radar, to enhance its other-worldly ambiance.
Videos and Live Performances
Although this track didn't have a standard music video, clips from various live performances have gained significant views on YouTube.
Pop Culture References
Since its release, "Planet Claire" has appeared in several movies and TV shows, reflecting the song's enduring popularity. For instance, it was used as the opening number for the film "Scooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated".
Cover versions
Other artists have covered "Planet Claire" in tribute to the B-52's unique sound. These include the Foo Fighters, who performed the song at a B-52's tribute concert in 2018.
Legacy
Even after more than four decades since its release, "Planet Claire" remains popular among fans of the B-52's, and continues to get airplay on classic rock and alternative radio stations.

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