Pop Goes the World

Men Without Hats

About Pop Goes the World

Pop Goes the World is the third studio album by Canadian new wave band Men Without Hats, released in 1987. It contained the single "Pop Goes the World", which reached the top twenty in Canada (achieving Gold status) and the United States. The album went Platinum in Canada. Ian Anderson of Jethro Tull makes a guest appearance and plays the flute on the track "On Tuesday."


Year:
2000
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Pop Goes The World
Men Without Hats

Johnny played guitar, Jenny played bass.
Name of the band is The Human Race.
Everybody tell me have you heard? Pop goes the world.

Jenny played keyboard, Johnny played drums,
Called Little Baby and a big Bonhomme
Everybody tell me have you heard? Pop Goes The World.

It goes something like this: (p p p pop)

Johnny and Jenny had a crazy dream,
See their pictures in a magazine.
Every little boy needs a girl.
Pop Goes The World.

Jenny and Johnny getting smart (it seems)
Made more money on a movie screen.
Every little nest needs a bird.
Pop Goes The World.

One two three and four is five,
Everybody here is a friend of mine.
Whatever happened to the Duke of Earl?
Pop Goes The World.

Six seven eight and nine is ten,
Send Al Gunn to see the doctor (Ben)
Say what planet are we on? The third!
Pop Goes The World.

And Every time I wonder where the world went wrong,
End up lying on my face going ringy dingy ding dong

And every time I wonder if the world is right,
End up in some disco dancing all night & day.

Johnny played guitar, Jenny played bass,
Name of the band is The Human Race.
Everybody tell me have you heard? Pop Goes The World.

Johnny played guitar, Jenny played bass,
Ain't nobody couldn't take their place.
Everybody tell me have you heard? Pop Goes The World...

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Men Without Hats

Men Without Hats is a Canadian New Wave group from Montreal, Quebec. Their music is characterized by the distinctive baritone voice of their lead singer Ivan Doroschuk as well as their elaborate use of synthesizers and electronic processing. They achieved their greatest popularity in the early to mid 1980s with their most successful single, "The Safety Dance", a Top 10 hit in both the US and the UK, as well as other countries including South Africa. Their other big success was the 1987 hit, "Pop Goes the World". more »

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Written by: IVAN DOROSCHUK

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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10 facts about this song

Release and Popularity
"Pop Goes the World" was released by Canadian New Wave band Men Without Hats as the lead single from their third studio album of the same name, in 1987.
Chart Performance
The song was a commercial success, reaching the top 20 in over ten countries, including a number-one spot on Billboard's Dance Club Songs chart in the U.S.
Music Video
The music video for "Pop Goes the World" was directed by Tim Pope and was aired on MTV, further increasing the song’s popularity.
Lyrics and Theme
The song is known for its catchy tune and its lyrics, which depict a story about a man named Johnny and a woman named Jenny, who play in a band. The lyrics have been interpreted to suggest the transitory nature of fame and popularity.
Song Style
In keeping with Men Without Hats' characteristic sound, "Pop Goes the World" employs synthesizers and drum machines, significant of the New Wave genre prevalent in the 80s.
Later Use
This song has been used in popular culture, for example, in the movies ‘Date Night’ and ‘Hot Tub Time Machine’.
Cover versions
"Pop Goes the World" has been covered by several artists in different styles, including dance-pop artist Hyperbubble and indie-rock band The Beautiful South.
Album Success
The album also named "Pop Goes the World" became the band's most successful album, reaching the top 50 in the United States.
Band's Legacy
"Pop Goes the World" is considered one of Men Without Hats' signature songs, alongside their biggest hit, "The Safety Dance".
Song's Lasting Impact
Despite being released over 30 years ago, "Pop Goes the World" continues to be recognized and appreciated for its unique sound and melodic hook.

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