She Is Beyond Good and Evil
The Pop Group
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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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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.
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Band OriginThe 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".
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Formative ReleaseThis track was the first single ever released by The Pop Group in 1979, laying the foundation for their iconic sound.
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Album FeatureFollowing 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.
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Story Behind the NameThe 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.
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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.
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Bass LineSimon Underwood's bass line in "She Is Beyond Good and Evil" is particularly renowned and commented on by music enthusiasts.
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LyricsThe song is remembered for its evocative and politically-charged lyrics, reflecting the countercultural sentiments of its time.
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Re-recording ClassificationA 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.
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Collaboration"She Is Beyond Good and Evil" was produced by British musician Andy Mackay, known for his work with the band Roxy Music.
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Artistic InfluencesThe 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".
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Musical InnovationThe 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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