Cosmik Debris
Frank Zappa
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The mystery man came over And he said I'm outta sight He said for a nominal service charge I could reach nirvana tonight If I was ready, willing and able To pay him his regular fee He would drop all the rest of his pressing affairs And devote his attention to me But I said look here brother Who you jiving with that cosmik debris? Now who you jiving with that cosmik debris? Look here brother, don't waste your time on me The mystery man got nervous and he fidget around a bit He reached in the pocket of his mystery robe And he whipped out a shaving kit Now I thought it was a razor And a can of foaming goo But he told me right then when the top popped open There was nothin' his box won't do With the oil of aphrodite, and the dust of the grand wazoo He said you might not believe this, little fella But it'll cure your asthma too And I said look here brother Who you jiving with that cosmik debris? Now what kind of a guru are you, anyway? Look here brother, don't waste your time on me (Don't waste your time) I've got troubles of my own, I said And you can't help me out So, take your meditations and your preparations And ram it up your snout But I got the crystal ball, he said And held it to the light So I snatched it, all away from him And I showed him how to do it right I wrapped a newspaper 'round my head So I looked like I was deep I said some mumbo-jumbo, then I told him he was going to sleep I robbed his rings and pocketwatch And everything else I found I had that sucker hypnotized He couldn't even make a sound I proceeded to tell him his future, then As long as he was hanging around I said the price of meat has just gone up And your old lady has just gone down Look here brother Who you jiving with that cosmik debris? Now is that a real poncho or is that a Sears poncho? Don't you know, you could make more money as a butcher? So, don't waste your time on me Don't waste it, don't waste your time on me (om shanti, om shanti, om shanti, shanti)
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Written by: FRANK ZAPPA
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10 facts about this song
Artist Information"Cosmik Debris" is a song by Frank Zappa, an American musician known for his blend of rock, jazz, and experimental music. Zappa is known for his eclectic compositions and satirical lyrics.
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Album DetailsThe song "Cosmik Debris" is from Frank Zappa's 1974 album "Apostrophe (‘)" which is his 18th album and reached No. 10 on the Billboard 200.
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Song InspirationThe lyrics of "Cosmik Debris" are a satirical commentary on mysticism and commercial exploitation of people's gullibility, typical of the pseudo-spiritual gurus Zappa felt were prevalent in the 1970s.
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Song StyleThe song begins with a dialog between Zappa (the narrator) and a sort of mystic, guru or spiritual advisor. It is stylistically rooted in bluesy rock, and has a distinctive jazz-inflected guitar solo.
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Live Performance"Cosmik Debris" was regularly performed live by Zappa, with notable performances included on the live albums "You Can't Do That on Stage Anymore, Vol. 1" and "YCDTOSA Vol. 6."
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Musical CompositionThe song features complex compositions, distinct guitar work, and intricate syncopated rhythms that were staples of Zappa's music. It is a good example of his skills as a guitarist and composer.
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Song ReceptionWhile not released as a single, the song has remained a fan favorite due to its satirical humor, musical complexity, and insightful social commentary.
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LegacyIn 2016, Alex Winter started a crowdfunding to produce a documentary about Zappa’s life. In thank you videos for those who contributed, Winter included portions of unreleased performances of “Cosmik Debris”.
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LyricsThe song's lyrics directly address the observation of societal tendencies, mainly centered around belief systems and the commercialization of spirituality, showcasing Zappa's renowned lyrical wit.
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Cultural ImpactSince its release, "Cosmik Debris" maintains its cultural relevance, often being cited or referenced when discussing the commercialization and exploitation within the realm of spirituality and religion.
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