Rockaway Beach

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About Rockaway Beach

"Rockaway Beach" is a song by the American punk rock band the Ramones from their 1977 album Rocket to Russia. The song was written by bassist Dee Dee Ramone in the style of the Beach Boys and early surf rock bands. The song is about Rockaway Beach, Queens, where Dee Dee liked to spend time. Guitarist Johnny Ramone claimed that Dee Dee was "the only real beachgoer" in the group. Released in 1977, it was the Ramones' highest-charting single in their career, peaking at number 66 on the Billboard Hot 100. In June 2013, the song was used in a radio ad campaign sponsored by Queens Economic Development Corporation to promote recovery from Hurricane Sandy by drawing New Yorkers back to Rockaway Beach. 


Year:
2002
2:06
74 
#1

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Chewing out a rhythm on my bubble gum
The sun is out and I want some
It's not hard, not far to reach, we can hitch a ride to Rockaway Beach
Up on the roof, out on the street
Down in the playground, the hot concrete
Bus ride is too slow, they blast out the disco on the radio

Rock-rock, Rockaway Beach
Rock-rock, Rockaway Beach
Rock-rock, Rockaway Beach
We can hitch a ride to Rockaway Beach

Rock-rock, Rockaway Beach
Rock-rock, Rockaway Beach
Rock-rock, Rockaway Beach
We can hitch a ride to Rockaway Beach

It's not hard, not far to reach
We can hitch a ride to Rockaway Beach
It's not hard, not far to reach
We can hitch a ride to Rockaway Beach
Chewing out a rhythm on my bubble gum
The sun is out and I want some
It's not hard, not far to reach
We can hitch a ride to Rockaway Beach
Up on the roof, out on the street
Down in the playground, the hot concrete
Bus ride is too slow, they blast out the disco on the radio

Rock-rock, Rockaway Beach
Rock-rock, Rockaway Beach
Rock-rock, Rockaway Beach
We can hitch a ride to Rockaway Beach

Rock-rock, Rockaway Beach
Rock-rock, Rockaway Beach
Rock-rock, Rockaway Beach
We can hitch a ride to Rockaway Beach

Rock-rock, Rockaway Beach
Rock-rock, Rockaway Beach
Rock-rock, Rockaway Beach
We can hitch a ride to Rockaway Beach

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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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9 facts about this song

Band Origins
"Rockaway Beach" is a song by the American punk rock band the Ramones. Dee Dee Ramone, one of the founding members, played a significant role in creating the song.
Song Origin
"Rockaway Beach" was inspired by Dee Dee Ramone's memories of the summers he would spend at the Rockaway Beach in Queens, New York.
Chart Performance
Released in 1977 as a single from their third studio album "Rocket to Russia," the song reached number 66 on the Billboard Hot 100, the highest charting song in the band's career.
Song Structure
Even though the Ramones were known for their fast, loud, and raw punk sound, "Rockaway Beach" is somewhat of an exception because it mixes elements of punk with surf rock, creating a unique blend of music.
Covers and Tributes
The song has been covered by several other bands and artists over the years. Among them are the German punk band Die Toten Hosen and the singer Shonen Knife.
Musical Influence
Through songs like "Rockaway Beach," the Ramones had a profound influence on the punk rock movement, not only in America, but around the world.
Live Performances
The band played "Rockaway Beach" at their very last concert at the Palace in Hollywood, California in 1996.
Cultural Impact
In 2014, a street sign honouring the band was unveiled at the corner of 67th Street and Rockaway Beach Boulevard, directly referencing their iconic song.
Lyric Content
The lyrics to "Rockaway Beach" are about skipping school to have fun at the beach, fitting with the song's surf rock style and showcasing the band's nonconformist image.

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