She Is Beyond Good and Evil

The Pop Group

About She Is Beyond Good and Evil

"She Is Beyond Good and Evil" is a song by English post-punk band The Pop Group. It was released as a single on March 2, 1979, through Radar Records. This song has been covered by the indie rock musician St. Vincent.


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1979
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My little girl was born on a ray of sound
My little girl was born on a ray of sound

Sleeps on water, walks on ice (ice)
Sleeps on water, walks on ice
Got no father, immortal wife
I'd exchange my soul for her
There's no antidote for her
I'd exchange my life for her
There's no antidote for her

My little girl was born on a ray of sound
My little girl was born on a ray of sound

Like a dancing flame upon a bed of nails
She's one thing that you cannot buy
With zero reasons for living
With zero reasons for living

My little girl was born on a ray of sound
My little girl was born on a ray of sound

Our only defence is to gather as an army
I hold you like a gun
Our only defence is to gather as an army
I hold you like a gun

My little girl was born on a ray of sound
My little girl was born on a ray of sound

Western values mean nothing to her, nothing to her
Western values mean nothing to her

She's the girl of my dreams
She's the girl of my dreams
She is beyond good and evil
She is beyond good and evil
She is beyond good and evil (she is beyond)
She is beyond

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The Pop Group

The Pop Group are a British post-punk band from Bristol, England, formed in 1978, whose dissonant sound spanned punk, free jazz, funk and dub reggae. Their lyrics were often political in nature. more »

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Written by: GARETH SAGER, BRUCE NEIL SMITH, MARK STEWART, SIMON UNDERWOOD, JOHN WADDINGTON

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12 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"She Is Beyond Good and Evil" by The Pop Group resides within multiple music genres, including Post-punk, Experimental Rock, and Funk.
Band Origin
The Pop Group, originating from Bristol, England, emerged during the punk and new wave scenes in the late 1970s, showcasing their distinctive fusion of styles in songs like "She Is Beyond Good and Evil".
Formative Release
This track was the first single ever released by The Pop Group in 1979, laying the foundation for their iconic sound.
Album Feature
Following its initial release as a single, "She Is Beyond Good and Evil" was later included in the band's debut album "Y", expanding its audience base.
Story Behind the Name
The song's title comes from Friedrich Nietzsche's philosophical work "Beyond Good and Evil", indicative of the intellectual depth and references that the band often integrates into their music.
Critical Reception
"She Is Beyond Good and Evil" has been critically praised for its innovative fusion of punk, jazz, and funk, demonstrating The Pop Group's groundbreaking approach.
Bass Line
Simon Underwood's bass line in "She Is Beyond Good and Evil" is particularly renowned and commented on by music enthusiasts.
Lyrics
The song is remembered for its evocative and politically-charged lyrics, reflecting the countercultural sentiments of its time.
Re-recording Classification
A re-recorded version of "She Is Beyond Good and Evil" was included in the 2016 album "The Boys Whose Head Exploded," demonstrating the band's enduring interest in this song.
Collaboration
"She Is Beyond Good and Evil" was produced by British musician Andy Mackay, known for his work with the band Roxy Music.
Artistic Influences
The Pop Group has cited diverse influences such as dub music, free jazz, and avant-garde experimentalism, all of which can be heard in "She Is Beyond Good and Evil".
Musical Innovation
The song stands as a testament to The Pop Group's role in pushing musical boundaries and helping to shape the post-punk genre.

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