Surfing on a Rocket
Air
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Time for flying rockets For silver jets For surfing bombs Surfing on a rocket Don't pray to go Please take my hand Don't get me down Surfing on a rocket I'll be back one day Just pray for me I'm on my way Surfing on a rocket Five, four, three, two, one, zero No one can stop me to go You'll never see me again
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Written by: JEAN BENOIT DUNCKEL, NICOLAS GODIN
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12 facts about this song
Song Title and Artist"Surfing on a Rocket" is a song by French electronic music duo, Air.
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Release DateThe song was released on August 9, 2004, as the lead single from the band's fourth studio album, "Talkie Walkie."
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Album Rankings"Talkie Walkie", the album which included "Surfing on a Rocket", reached number 12 in the UK Albums Chart, a testament to the band's popularity in the UK.
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Video Consideration"Surfing on a Rocket" came with a visually striking, space-themed music video that was considered for an MTV Video Music Award for 'Breakthrough Video' in 2004.
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Production InfoLike most of their music, "Surfing on a Rocket" was produced by both members of Air - Nicolas Godin and Jean-Benoît Dunckel.
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Critical ReceptionThe song received generally positive reviews from music critics, who praised the band's ability to blend electronic and pop elements.
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Cover Versions"Surfing on a Rocket" has been covered by several bands, including the American indie rock band, Nada Surf.
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Style and InfluenceThe band's music, including "Surfing on a Rocket", is influenced by a wide range of styles, including progressive rock, electronica and French pop. This blend gives their music a unique sound.
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Cultural ImpactIn 2004, Thomas Mars, the lead singer from French alternative band, Phoenix cited "Talkie Walkie", the album with "Surfing on a Rocket", as a major influence, showing the cultural and musical impact that the song and album made.
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CollaborationsThe remix version of "Surfing on a Rocket" was altered by Joakim and Juan Maclean and was highly praised by critics for its otherworldly and eclectic sound.
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Featured in Media"Surfing on a Rocket" has been featured in several media formats, including the video game "SSX on Tour," and the television shows "The O.C." and "Ringer."
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Band BackgroundThe band, Air, was formed in 1995 in Versailles, France. They gained fame in the late 1990s and early 2000s for their experimental music. "Surfing on a Rocket" is one of their most widely recognized tracks.
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