B52s - 'Rock Lobster' Reaction! Super Fun Song With High Energy Rockin'!

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"Rock Lobster" is a popular song by the American rock band The B-52's. It was released in 1978 as a single and later appeared on the band's self-titled debut album, "The B-52's," in 1979. The song is known for its quirky and energetic style, featuring a mix of new wave, surf rock, and punk influences.
"Rock Lobster" is characterized by its catchy and repetitive chorus, where the band members shout "Rock Lobster!" The lyrics are surreal and nonsensical, with references to marine life and a party atmosphere. The song's unusual sound, including the use of the guitar and organ, contributed to its distinctive and memorable style.
Over the years, "Rock Lobster" has become one of The B-52's most iconic and enduring songs, and it remains a favorite in their live performances. It has also been covered and referenced in various forms of popular culture, cementing its status as a classic and influential track in the new wave and alternative music scenes.

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@dipsydoodle7988

If you guys choose to listen to more B-52s, and I highly recommend you do, NEVER expect the lyrics to be serious! They are a party band. You will RARELY find a song of theirs with serious lyrics. There is only one I can think of. That IS their appeal. Seen them live so many times and it was basically like attending a party with thousands of people.

@GodLovesComics

I remember dancing to this song in clubs. When Fred says "Down Down" the whole crowd squats down and then springs back up when the beat kicks in. It's probably good that you couldn't bring up the subtitles because the lyrics are incredibly (and intentionally) ridiculous. But the song was really meant to be danced to and to create a fun party atmosphere when the B-52's played live. It doesn't want anyone to take it seriously.

@bertcardenas7807

Thanks for the reaction. The B52's are so underrated. Good music and good times! Try "Roam" or "My Own Private Idaho".

@carolynussery8189

Oh yes! Check out B-52"s " Planet Claire "!!

@Serai3

The B-52's are acid sci-fi surf music from Mars. They take the conventions of 60's dance music and turn it into a unique hallucinogenic festival. The weird images and musical intensity are addictive; I can't hear it without frugging and twisting. (I think whoever said that about the song being about a rubber breaking was taking the piss. I certainly have never heard that before, and I bought a copy of the song when it first came out as a single.) The lyrics aren't about a plot but about a feeling, a vibe. Flames and shadows and sun and, water and fish and drowning. (Remember that one of the more popular dance steps of the 60's was the Swim.) I love the strange sweaty vibe of the song, what should be sunny and fun is somehow crazed and dark, spinning out of control. And I just love the intense absurdity of the lyrics, the diving/resurfacing motif, the weird Dr. Seuss parade of water creatures. It's meaningless, and that's why it's fun.

@Pothos969

"Rock Lobster" was well-received by critics, and went on to place at No. 147 on Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Songs of All Time list in December 2004.

@epongeverte

This is where the high energy of Punk began to move into Post-Punk/New Wave.

@blairhaffly1777

"Why so serious?" If you aren't grinning and laughing through this song you're missing the point.

@parliamentlite

This song is a send up to early 60s beach movies that these kids grew up on (think Gidget, young Sally Field) and does them both parody and tribute with an absolutely slapping musical number.

@TracyVoD

Hi Guys - thanks for choosing this song/video to react to. " Rock Lobster" is probably my favorite B-52's song. I'm fine with the lyrics being so random. I was only a kid when I first heard this - loved it then, still do now. My other faves of theirs would be "Private Idaho" and "Planet Claire"," Legal Tender" is also fun but you guys would probably like "Roam" more as it came out the same time as "Love Shack".

@A_real_Ha_So

Fred Schneider is one of the most underrated and innovative front men of all times.

@katec8796

It's such a fresh Post-Punk New Wave feel - The B52s are incredible ;)

@chrino21

Ricky Wilson could lay down a groove on guitar like no other. He was a machine!

@nelliejewell2665

No other band like them. Once they catch you, you totally get them. They get you moving, that’s for sure.

@Buds1own

Love the reaction!! ♥ also.... When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them because they were confused and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd.

@kennethw8384

ROCK LOBSTER!

@Jude_196

SO CREATIVE and SO FUN!! PACKED the dance floors: JUST because it was FUN!

@cheripetty1805

The B-52's =

@emmett-amber5456

“Quiche Lorraine”, “Good Stuff”, and “Dry County” are some overlooked ones as well. I hope everyone has a great rest of your week. Happy Holidays. -Amber

@NoCreamedCorn

So great! If you enjoy it I hope you’ll keep going with Dance This Mess Around, Party Out Of Bounds, Strobe Light, Mesopotamia (which has their funkiest groove), Song For A Future Generation, Trism, Detour Thru Your Mind (since you like the trippy stuff), Theme For A Nude Beach, Bushfire, Deadbeat Club, Cosmic Thing, and the list goes on…