Judy Is a Punk

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About Judy Is a Punk

Judy Is a Punk is a 1 minute, 32 second 1975 song by the Ramones, released on their 1976 debut album.


Year:
2006
1:32
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Jackie is a punk
Judy is a runt
They both went down to Berlin, joined the Ice Capades
And oh, I don't know why
Oh, I don't know why
Perhaps they'll die, oh yeah
Perhaps they'll die, oh yeah
Perhaps they'll die, oh yeah
Perhaps they'll die, oh yeah
Second verse, same as the first
Jackie is a punk
Judy is a runt
They both went down to Berlin, joined the Ice Capades
And oh, I don't know why
Oh, I don't know why
Perhaps they'll die, oh yeah
Perhaps they'll die, oh yeah
Perhaps they'll die, oh yeah
Perhaps they'll die, oh yeah

Third verse, different from the first
Jackie is a punk
Judy is a runt
They both went down to San Frisco, joined the SLA
And oh, I don't know why
Oh, I don't know why
Perhaps they'll die, oh yeah
Perhaps they'll die, oh yeah
Perhaps they'll die, oh yeah
Perhaps they'll die, oh yeah

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Ramones

The Ramones were an American rock band that formed in the New York City neighborhood of Forest Hills, Queens, in 1974. They are often cited as the first punk rock group. Despite achieving only limited commercial success, the band was a major influence on the punk rock movement in both the United States and the United Kingdom. more »

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Written by: Douglas Colvin, Jeff Hyman, John Cummings, Thomas Erdelyi

Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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12 facts about this song

Origins
"Judy Is a Punk" is performed by the American punk rock band Ramones. Released in 1976, it is one of the earliest and most iconic songs of the punk rock genre.
Album Information
The song is the second track of Ramones's debut self-titled album, which is known for revolutionizing the rock genre and inaugurating the punk rock era.
Songwriters
The band's lead vocalist, Jeffrey Ross Hyman known by his stage name as Joey Ramone, wrote the song.
Lyrics
The lyrics of "Judy Is a Punk" are emblematic of the Ramones's minimalist approach to songwriting. The lyrics consist of a few simple, repeating lines which hint at rebellious characters "Judy" and "Jackie".
Running Time
The song's duration is a mere 1 minute and 30 seconds, reflecting the Ramones's distinctive fast-and-hard musical style.
Influence
"Judy Is a Punk" is considered to be one of the first punk songs, and it has widely influenced the punk rock genre.
Criticism
The song, like most punk music of the era, faced a lot of criticism for its raw, unpolished sound. Despite this, it has since been recognized as a seminal piece in the punk rock movement.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by multiple artists, including Screeching Weasel and Me First and the Gimme Gimmes, further testifying to its lasting impact.
Musical Style
Musically, "Judy Is a Punk" exemplifies the Ramones's stripped-down, high-tempo style with three chord guitar progressions, straightforward percussive rhythms, and youthful, snarling vocals.
Live Performances
The song was a staple in Ramones's live performances and remains popular among fans for its energy and fast pace.
Song References
The lyrics reference two other songs by the Ramones — "Psycho Therapy" and "I Wanna Be Free" — suggesting intertwined narratives with characters Judy and Jackie.
In Pop Culture
The song was featured in the motion pictures "SLC Punk" and "Margot at the Wedding", allowing it to reach wider audiences.

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