Planet Claire
The B-52s, The B-52's
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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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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.
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Album InclusionThis track is the opening song on the B-52's self-titled debut album, which was released in 1979.
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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.
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Narrative ContentThe song tells a science-fiction-themed story about a woman named Claire, who supposedly comes from the planet Venus.
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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."
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Length of the SongThe song is noted for its long instrumental intro. Vocals do not start until two minutes into the track.
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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.
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Co-written by Two MembersThe song was composed by Kate Pierson, who also played the keyboard in the band and Fred Schneider, the group's frontman and vocalist.
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Distinctive Sound EffectsThe 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.
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Videos and Live PerformancesAlthough this track didn't have a standard music video, clips from various live performances have gained significant views on YouTube.
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Pop Culture ReferencesSince 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".
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Cover versionsOther 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.
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LegacyEven 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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