Roam

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About Roam

"Roam" is a song by The B-52's. It was released as the fourth single from the 1989 hit album Cosmic Thing, following "(Shake That) Cosmic Thing," "Channel Z," and "Love Shack." The vocals are sung by Kate Pierson and Cindy Wilson. "Roam" peaked at number three on the US Billboard Hot 100 in March of 1990, spending a total of 20 weeks on the chart, and it also reached number three on the Cash Box chart. It was certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America in April 1990. Worldwide, the song became a top-ten success in Canada, Ireland and New Zealand, peaking at numbers four, nine and two respectively. In February 1991 The B-52s were nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Pop Vocal Performance by a Duo or Group for "Roam". 


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1998
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I hear a wind
Whistling air
Whispering
In my ear

Boy Mercury shooting through every degree
Oh girl dancing down those dirty and dusty trails
Take it hip to hip, rocket through the wilderness
Around the world the trip begins with a kiss

Roam if you want to
Roam around the world
Roam if you want to
Without wings, without wheels
Roam if you want to
Roam around the world
Roam if you want to
Without anything but the love we feel

Skip the airstrip to the sunset, yeah
Ride the arrow to the target, one
Take it hip to hip, rock it through the wilderness
Around the world the trip begins with a kiss

Roam if you want to
Roam around the world
Roam if you want to
Without wings, without wheels
Roam if you want to
Roam around the world
Roam if you want to
Without anything but the love we feel

Fly the great big sky
See the great big sea
Kick through continents
Busting boundaries
Take it hip to hip, rocket through the wilderness
Around the world the trip begins with a kiss

Roam if you want to
Roam around the world
Roam if you want to
Without wings, without wheels
Roam if you want to
Roam around the world
Roam if you want to
Without anything but the love we feel

Take it hip to hip
Rocket through the wilderness
Take it hip to hip
Rocket through the wilderness
Take it hip to hip
Rocket through the wilderness
Take it hip to hip
Rocket through the wilderness
Take it hip to hip
Rocket through the wilderness
Take it hip to hip
Rocket through the wilderness
Take it hip to hip
Rocket through the wilderness
Take it hip to hip
Rocket through the wilderness

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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: CINDY WILSON, FRED SCHNEIDER, KATE PIERSON, KEITH STRICKLAND, ROBERT WALDROP

Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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15 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Roam" is a song by the American new wave band The B-52's, recognized for its infectious pop-rock sound laced with elements of surf rock and psychedelic rock.
Album Details
The song is from the album "Cosmic Thing", which was the band's fifth studio album released in 1989.
Commercial Success
"Roam" reached number 3 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart in March 1990. It was a commercial hit, not just in the US, but also reached number 17 in the UK Singles Chart.
Grammy Nomination
The song was nominated for a Grammy Award in the Best Pop Vocal Performance by a Duo or Group category in 1991.
Song Theme
"Roam" is widely interpreted with a theme of wanderlust, urging the listener to roam around the world and experience the freedom of exploring the unfamiliar.
Songwriters
It was written by four members of The B-52's – Fred Schneider, Kate Pierson, Keith Strickland, and Cindy Wilson.
Music Video
The official music video of "Roam" visualizes the travel-theme of the song by showcasing the band members in different parts of the world.
Backing Vocals
The song's backing vocals were ingeniously recorded in a bathroom to achieve an echo effect.
Chart-Topping Success
Along with "Love Shack", "Roam" helped the "Cosmic Thing" album to reach multi-platinum status.
Cover Versions
"Roam" has been covered by several artists, with the most notable cover being by The Killer Barbies.
Influence
The adventurous theme and catchy melody of "Roam" have influenced many pop-rock songs after its release.
Critical Acclaim
The song receives ongoing critical praise for its feel-good lyrics and the band’s harmonious vocals.
Movie Appearance
"Roam" was featured in the soundtrack for the 1991 documentary film "101" that captured the final concert of Depeche Mode's Music for the Masses Tour.
Fan Favourite
"Roam" continues to be a fan favourite and a staple in The B-52's live performances.
Audio Engineering
The song was engineered by Ed Thacker, who is known for working with artists like Rod Stewart and The Doors.

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