Cheepnis [Roxy by Proxy] Frank Zappa

"Cheepnis [Roxy by Proxy]" by Frank Zappa, released in 1973, is a #Rock piece that blends humor with social commentary. The lyrics describe a fictional, low-budget film and critique the absurdity of Hollywood and consumer culture. Zappa's unique musical elements include intricate instrumentation and improvisation, showcasing his signature blend of rock, jazz, and avant-garde styles. The song reflects Zappa's disdain for mainstream entertainment while celebrating artistic freedom, making it a notable commentary on the music and film industries of the time.

I ate a hot dog
It tasted real good
Then I watched a movie
From Hollywood

I ate a hot dog
It tasted real good
Then I watched a movie
From Hollywood

Little Miss Muffett on a squat by me, yeah
I took a turn around, I said: Can y'all see now?
The little strings from the Giant Spider?
The Zipper From The Black Lagoon?
(HA HA HA!)
The vents by the tanks where the bubbles go up?
(And the flaps on the side of the moon)

The jelly & paint on the 40 watt bulb
They use when the slime droozle off
The rumples & the wrinkles in the cardboard rock, yeah
And the canvas of the cave is too soft

The suits & the hats & the tie's too wide
And too short for the scientist man
The chemistry lady with the roll-away mind, yeah
While the monster just ate Japan

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