Pumping

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"Pumping (My Heart)" is a rock song written by Patti Smith, Ivan Kral and Jay Dee Daugherty, and released as a second single from Patti Smith Group 1976 album Radio Ethiopia. In 1989 the song was covered by Dramarama on their album Box Office Bomb.


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Oh I see you stare spi-pi-pi-pi-pi-pi (spiraling) up there and ho,
Oh, into the center of my brain, and baby come, baby go
And free the hurricane, oh, I go into the center of the airplane
Baby gotta move to the center of my pain
And my heart starts pumping, my fists start pumping
Upset, total abandon, you know I love you so
Total abandon, ooh, walla walla walla,

Oh I see you stare spi-pi-pi-pi-pi-pi (spiraling) up there and ho,
Oh, into the center of my brain and baby come, baby go
And free the hurricane, oh I go into the center of the airplane,
Baby gotta box in the center of the ring
And my heart starts pumping, my fists start pumping
Upset, total abandon, you know I love you so.
Total abandon, ooh wah

Oh I go into the center of the airplane,
Baby gotta go to the center of my brain
And my heart starts pumping, my fists start pumping,
Got no recollection of my past reflection,
So I'm free to move in the resurrection.
My heart starts pumping, my fists start pumping,
My heart pumping, my heart pumping, my heart pumping

Coming in the airport, coming in the sea,
Coming in the garden, got a conscious stream,
Coming in a washroom, coming on a plane,
Coming in a force field, coming in my brain
And my heart, my heart,
Total abandon, total abandon, total abandon,
Total abandon, total abandon, total abandon,
Total abandon

Oh I go into the center of the airplane,
Baby gotta move to the center of my brain,
My heart oh

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Patricia Lee "Patti" Smith (born December 30, 1946) is an American singer, songwriter, poet, painter, and author who became an influential component of the New York City punk rock movement with her 1975 debut album Horses.Called the "punk poet laureate", Smith fused rock and poetry in her work. Her most widely known song, "Because the Night", co-written with Bruce Springsteen, reached number 13 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1978 and number five on the UK Singles Chart. In 2005, Smith was named a Commander of the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres by the French Ministry of Culture. In 2007, she was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.In November 2010, Smith won the National Book Award for her memoir Just Kids. The book fulfilled a promise she made to h… more »

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Written by: IVAN KRAL, JAY DEE DAUGHERTY, PATTI SMITH

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Release Information
"Pumping (My Heart)" is the third track on the Patti Smith Group's third studio album titled "Radio Ethiopia," which was released in October 1976.
Writing Team
The song was written by Patti Smith, along with the members of Patti Smith Group, which included Richard Sohl, Ivan Kral, Jay Dee Daugherty, and Lenny Kaye.
Producers
The single "Pumping (My Heart)" and the entire album "Radio Ethiopia" were produced by Jack Douglas, a renowned American record producer.
Lyrical Content
In "Pumping (My Heart)", Smith compares the human heart and love emotions to the mechanical action of pumping, serving as a symbol of vitality and life.
Impact
Despite not being a commercial hit, "Pumping (My Heart)" gained critical acclaim for its energy, punk essence, and Smith's unique vocal style.
Album Success
Although "Radio Ethiopia" was initially negatively received by critics, it eventually gained popularity and peaked at No. 122 on the Billboard 200 charts.
Musical Style
"Pumping (My Heart)" is a classic example of the punk rock genre mixed with the poetic aspect that characterizes Patti Smith's music. It offers a mix of raw power, poetic verse, and Smith's energetic style of vocal performance.
Live Performances
The song remained a staple in Smith's live performances and is still played in her concerts today, further strengthening its status as an iconic part of her repertoire.
Influence
Smith’s energetic performance in "Pumping (My Heart)" has inspired many musicians in the punk rock and underground music scene, thus establishing her as a significant figure in the punk rock movement.
Music Video
Although there were no official music video for "Pumping (My Heart)", a live performance of the song filmed at CBGB in 1976 is often associated with it and is available on platforms such as YouTube.
Karaoke Popularity
For lovers of punk rock music and karaoke, "Pumping (My Heart)" is a popular choice due to its energetic performance and strong vocal opportunities.
Album Reissues
"Pumping (My Heart)" along with the whole "Radio Ethiopia" album has seen numerous reissues in various formats over the years due to its enduring popularity, including vinyl, cassette tape, and digital.
Critical Acclaim
"Pumping (My Heart)" is often ranked highly in lists of Patti Smith's top songs due to its extraordinary lyrical content and energetic performance.
In Literature
Patti Smith has mentioned the process of creating "Radio Ethiopia" album including "Pumping (My Heart)" in her acclaimed memoir, "Just Kids".

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