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"Whip It" is a song by American new wave band Devo from their third studio album Freedom of Choice (1980). It is a new wave and synth-pop song that features a synthesizer, electric guitar, bass guitar, and drums in its instrumentation. The apparently nonsensical lyrics have a common theme revolving around the ability to deal with one's problems ...
Whip It Lyrics: Crack that whip, give the past a slip / Step on a crack, break your momma's back / When a problem comes along, you must whip it / Before the cream sets out too long,...
3 sty 2024 · The song’s incisive lyrics, ‘Give the past a slip,’ and ‘When a good time turns around, you will never live it down unless you whip it,’ resonate with a universal quality that transcends time. They remind us that the past is immutable, but the way we deal with its repercussions is pliable.
4 mar 2024 · “Whip It” slyly suggests that these self-help bromides tend to lose all practical meaning when repeated mindlessly without context: Shape it up, get straight / Go forward, move ahead.
Devo's music and videos were based on the concept of "De-Evolution," meaning that mankind is regressing. They dressed alike in their videos to convey the lack of individuality in the world. Said Casale, "I think a lot of Devo is in 'Whip It.'
One song that has always intrigued me is “Whip It” by Devo 2.0. I remember stumbling upon this song at a friend’s house, and from the moment I heard it, I was captivated by its unique sound and catchy lyrics. In this article, I will delve into the meaning behind this iconic track and explore its cultural significance.
16 wrz 2017 · If you know nothing else about Devo, you know “Whip It,” the band’s only gold-certified single, which reached No. 14 on the Billboard Hot 100 and became a defining anthem of new wave’s rise.
