The Zoo

Scorpions

About The Zoo

"The Zoo" is a song by the German hard rock band Scorpions. It was written by group members Rudolf Schenker (guitar) and Klaus Meine (vocals). The song also features a talk box later on in the song.


Year:
1985
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The job is done and I go out
Another boring day
I leave it all behind me now
So many worlds away

I meet my girl, she's dressed to kill
And all we gonna do
Is walk around to catch the thrill
On streets we call the zoo

We eat the night, we drink the time
Make our dreams come true
And hungry eyes are passing by
On streets we call the zoo

We eat the night, we drink the time
Make our dreams come true
And hungry eyes are passing by
On streets we call the zoo

Enjoy the zoo
And walk down 42nd Street
You want to be excited too
And you will feel the heat

We eat the night, we drink the time
Make our dreams come true
And hungry eyes are passing by
On streets we call the zoo
 
We eat the night, we drink the time
Make our dreams come true
And hungry eyes are passing by
On streets we call the zoo

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Scorpions

Scorpions are a German hard rock band formed in 1965 by guitarist Rudolf Schenker, who is the band's only constant member (although Klaus Meine has been lead singer for all their studio albums). They are known for their 1980s rock anthem "Rock You Like a Hurricane" and many singles, such as "No One Like You", "Send Me an Angel", "Still Loving You", and "Wind of Change". The band was ranked No. 46 on VH1's Greatest Artists of Hard Rock program. "Rock You Like a Hurricane" is also No. 18 on VH1's list of the 100 Greatest Hard Rock Songs. On January 24, 2010, after 45 years of performing, the band announced that they would be retiring after touring in support of their new album Sting in the Tail, although this decision was eventually retracted. The band has sold… more »

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Written by: KLAUS MEINE, RUDOLF SCHENKER

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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15 facts about this song

Song Composition
"The Zoo" is a song by the German rock band Scorpions. It was composed by Scorpions' members, Rudolf Schenker and Klaus Meine.
Album Association
The single is from their ninth album "Animal Magnetism" which was released in March 1980.
Genre
The song can be classified under the hard rock genre but also has elements of heavy metal.
Song Inspiration
"The Zoo" was inspired by Scorpions' first visit to New York City, where the vibrant life and energy reminded them of a zoo.
Popularity
Despite not being one of Scorpions' most commercially successful singles, "The Zoo" has been widely appreciated by fans and critics and has gained a cult status.
Live Performances
"The Zoo" is frequently included in the band's live performances and has proved extremely popular in concert.
Lyrics
The lyrics for the song are said to be metaphoric, comparing the red-light area in New York to a zoo.
Cover Versions
Several bands and artists have covered "The Zoo" including American heavy metal band, Iced Earth.
Distinct Sound
The song has a signature slide guitar lick that has become a distinctive part of the track’s appeal.
Music Video
The music video of the song, which was filmed and produced in the 1980s, reflects the style and technological abilities of that era.
Reissue
The track was digitally remastered and reissued in the collector’s edition of the "Animal Magnetism" album in 2008.
Skill Showcasing
Musically, "The Zoo" serves as an excellent showcase for the band members' playing skills.
Fan Connection
The song lyrics "call of the wild" makes fans believe it ties in well with the album's name and theme "Animal Magnetism."
Classic Status
Despite being released over four decades ago, "The Zoo" by Scorpions has achieved a classic status in rock music.
Band Enjoyment
The band members have expressed their enjoyment playing "The Zoo," indicating that it's one of their favorite tracks to perform live.

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