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- The Happening Lyrics / with translationsthey got a ranch they call
number fifty-one
they got a ranch they call
number fifty-one
can't see it all
'less your flying by
just sitting there square
baking in the sun
beneath the sky
they're gonna put it down
right on the strip
they're gonna put it down
on the Vegas strip
they're gonna put it down
and step outside
into the lights
right outta that ship
saying Hi!
i was driving doing nothing on the shores of Great Salt Lake
when they put it on the air i put it in the hammer lane
i soon forgot myeslf and i forgot about the brake
i forgot all laws and i forgot about the rain
they were talking on the 9 and all across the amy band
across the road they were turning around and headed south with me
it got so crowded on the road i started driving in the sand
my head was feeling scared but my heart was feeling free
the desert turned to mud it seems that everybody heard
everybody was remembering to forget they had the chills
then i heard the voices on a broadcast from up on the bird
they were getting interviewed by some Goodman whose name was Bill
i'm almost there to Vegas where they're puttin' on a show
they've come so far i've lived this long at least i must just go and say
hello
number fifty-one
they got a ranch they call
number fifty-one
can't see it all
'less your flying by
just sitting there square
baking in the sun
beneath the sky
they're gonna put it down
right on the strip
they're gonna put it down
on the Vegas strip
they're gonna put it down
and step outside
into the lights
right outta that ship
saying Hi!
i was driving doing nothing on the shores of Great Salt Lake
when they put it on the air i put it in the hammer lane
i soon forgot myeslf and i forgot about the brake
i forgot all laws and i forgot about the rain
across the road they were turning around and headed south with me
it got so crowded on the road i started driving in the sand
my head was feeling scared but my heart was feeling free
the desert turned to mud it seems that everybody heard
everybody was remembering to forget they had the chills
then i heard the voices on a broadcast from up on the bird
they were getting interviewed by some Goodman whose name was Bill
i'm almost there to Vegas where they're puttin' on a show
they've come so far i've lived this long at least i must just go and say
hello
Facts about The Happening
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The Happening is written by Charles Thompson.
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It is first released on August 13, 1990 as part of Pixies's album "Bossanova" which includes 14 tracks in total. This song is the 9th track on this album.
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When we dive into the story the lyrics are telling, the Pixies song 'The Happening' presents a dreamlike exploration of a secretive ranch named Number 51 which serves as a location that possesses unknown value and mystery. The narrator drives to Vegas while the lyrics show his desire for freedom through his decision to break all rules and experience life without restrictions in the desert. The happening lyrics mostly emphasizes adventure, joy, nostalgia, freedom and party. The song's main message shows that people need both adventure and freedom to experience life while they should keep their memories and past experiences. The lyrics contain some mature themes related to driving and personal experiences, but there is no strong language, violence, or explicit content. The themes may require parental guidance for younger children.
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The Happening falls under the genre Alternative.
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The Happening song length is 4 minutes and 19 seconds.
Who wrote The Happening lyrics?
The Happening is written by Charles Thompson.
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When was The Happening released?
It is first released on August 13, 1990 as part of Pixies's album "Bossanova" which includes 14 tracks in total. This song is the 9th track on this album.
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What is the meaning behind The Happening lyrics?
When we dive into the story the lyrics are telling, the Pixies song 'The Happening' presents a dreamlike exploration of a secretive ranch named Number 51 which serves as a location that possesses unknown value and mystery. The narrator drives to Vegas while the lyrics show his desire for freedom through his decision to break all rules and experience life without restrictions in the desert. The happening lyrics mostly emphasizes adventure, joy, nostalgia, freedom and party. The song's main message shows that people need both adventure and freedom to experience life while they should keep their memories and past experiences. The lyrics contain some mature themes related to driving and personal experiences, but there is no strong language, violence, or explicit content. The themes may require parental guidance for younger children.
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Which genre is The Happening?
The Happening falls under the genre Alternative.
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How long is the song The Happening?
The Happening song length is 4 minutes and 19 seconds.
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Songwriter(s): Charles ThompsonRecord Label(s): 1998 4AD
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