Party at Ground Zero
Fishbone
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Party at ground zero A "B" movie starring you And the world will turn to flowing Pink vapor stew Please do not fear 'cause Fishbone is here to say (say what?) Just have a good time, the stop sign is far away The toilet has flushed and green lights are a ghost And drop drills will be extinct Speed Racer cloud has come They know not what they've done Sin has just won And the Earth is a crumb Johnny, go get your gun, for the commies are in our hemisphere today Ivan, go fly your MiG, for the Yankee imperialists have come to play Johnny goes to Sally's house to kiss her goodbye But Daddy says to spend the night They make love 'till the early morning light For tomorrow Johnny goes to fight Johnny, Ivan, Ian, everybody come along for our nations need new heroes Time to sing a new war song Party at ground zero A "B" movie starring you And the world will turn to flowing Pink vapor stew Please do not fear 'cause Fishbone is here to say (say what?) Just have a good time, the stop sign is far away The toilet has flushed and green lights are a ghost And drop drills will be extinct Speed Racer cloud has come They know not what they've done Sin has just won And the Earth is a crumb Party at ground zero A "B" movie starring you And the world will turn to flowing Pink vapor stew Party at ground zero A "B" movie starring you And the world will turn to flowing Pink vapor stew "This is not a chawade!" Party at ground zero A "B" movie starring you And the world will turn to flowing Pink vapor stew "This is not a chawade!" Party at ground zero A "B" movie starring you And the world will turn to flowing Pink vapor stew "This is not a chawade!" "This is not a chawade!" "1051
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Written by: ANGELO CHRISTOPHER MOORE, JOHN NORWOOD FISHER, KENDALL REY JONES, KENDALL JONES
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12 facts about this song
Genre"Party at Ground Zero" is a song by the American ska punk band Fishbone. It embodies the unique blend of ska, punk rock, funk, heavy rock, and soul, which became the band's signature style.
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Release DateThe song was included as part of Fishbone's debut 1985 EP, which was self-titled.
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Unique Music VideoThe music video that accompanies the song is directed by Henry Selick, who is famously known for his directorial work on "The Nightmare Before Christmas."
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LyricsThe song presents an ironic depiction of a nuclear apocalypse, making a party analogy to nuclear obliteration, hence symbolizing the cold war era fears.
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Endurance of PopularityIt has remained one of Fishbone's best-known songs, often played live, demonstrating its enduring popularity and relevance.
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Introduction to the BandFor many, "Party at Ground Zero" served as their introduction to Fishbone due to its distinctive sound and message.
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ProductionThe song, along with the rest of the EP, was produced by David Kahne, a prominent producer who worked with other acts in the 1980s like The Bangles, Romeo Void, and Translator.
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Cultural MarksThe song is referenced in popular culture including films and television shows, allowing it to transcend genres and demographics.
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Band Members"Party at Ground Zero" was performed by the original Fishbone lineup, including Kendall Jones, Chris Dowd, Walter A. Kibby II, Angelo Moore, John Norwood Fisher, and Philip "Fish" Fisher.
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Punk EraThe song is considered a noteworthy track from the hardcore punk scene of the 1980s, primarily on the west coast, where Fishbone is from.
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ArtworkThe cover art for the single is designed by artist J. R. "Bob" Dobbs, which depicts a stylized, cartoon-like nuclear explosion, reflecting the song's themes.
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Relevance TodayDespite its release many decades ago, the song's themes of destruction and resilience in the face of potential world-ending events still resonate with modern audiences.
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