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Ramones – Sheena Is a Punkrocker – 1977

About The Song

“Sheena Is a Punk Rocker” is a classic punk rock song by the American punk band Ramones, released in 1977. Here are five facts about this influential track:

  1. Release and Album: “Sheena Is a Punk Rocker” was released as a single in 1977 and later included on the Ramones’ third studio album, “Rocket to Russia,” which came out the same year.
  2. Catchy and Upbeat: Known for its catchy and upbeat sound, “Sheena Is a Punk Rocker” stands out as one of the Ramones’ more pop-oriented and accessible tracks. The song’s infectious energy and melodic hooks contributed to its enduring popularity.
  3. Lyrics and Theme: The lyrics celebrate the rebellious and carefree spirit of punk culture, with Sheena serving as a symbol of the punk movement. The song captures the excitement and defiance of the emerging punk scene in the late 1970s.
  4. Chart Performance: While the song didn’t achieve massive commercial success in terms of chart positions, it is considered one of the Ramones’ most iconic songs and has become a staple in punk rock playlists.
  5. Cultural Impact: “Sheena Is a Punk Rocker” has had a lasting impact on popular culture. Its influence extends beyond the punk rock genre, and the song has been covered by various artists. The Ramones’ contribution to shaping the punk music landscape is often associated with tracks like “Sheena Is a Punk Rocker.”

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Lyrics

Well the kids are all hopped up and ready to go
They’re ready to go now
They got their surfboards
And they’re going to the Discotheque Au Go Go
But she just couldn’t stay
She had to break away
Well New York City really has it all
Oh yeah, oh yeah.

Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker now.

Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker now.

She’s a punk punk, a punk rocker
Punk punk, a punk rocker
Punk punk, a punk rocker.

Well the kids are all hopped up and ready to go
They’re ready to go now
They got their surfboards
And they’re going to the Discotheque Au Go Go
But she just couldn’t stay
She had to break away
Well New York City really has it all
Oh yeah, oh yeah.

Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker now.

Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker now.

She’s a punk punk, a punk rocker
Punk punk, a punk rocker
Punk punk, a punk rocker.

Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker now

Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker now

Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker
Sheena is a punk rocker now