Speed Racer Devo

"Speed Racer" by Devo, released in 1979, is a #NewWave track that captures themes of ambition, competition, and the relentless pursuit of success. The lyrics reflect the excitement and dangers of racing, using the metaphor of the iconic character Speed Racer. Musically, it features quirky synthesizers and a driving beat. Its unique sound helped shape the New Wave genre and influenced pop culture, particularly in the realm of animated adaptations.

[Verse 1]
I'm Speed Racer and I drive real fast
(He's Speed Racer and he drives real fast)
(He's Speed Racer and he drives real fast)
I drive real fast, I'm gonna last

[Verse 2]
I'm a big pirate and I like to steal
(He's a big pirate and he likes to steal)
(He's a big pirate and he likes to steal)
I like to steal and I like to kill
Aha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha
Rah-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha

[Chorus]
Go, go, go, Speed Racer
Go, go, go, Speed Racer
Go, go, go, Speed Racer
Go, go, go, Speed Racer

[Verse 3]
I'm a Barbie doll, but I got brains
(She's a Barbie doll, but she's got brains)
I've got brains and I like sex
(Lots of brains and she likes sex)

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