Freedom of Choice
Devo
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A victim of collision on the open sea Nobody ever said that life was free Sank, swam, go down with the ship But use your freedom of choice I'll say it again in the land of the free Use your freedom of choice Your freedom of choice In ancient Rome There was a poem About a dog Who found two bones He picked at one He licked the other He went in circles He dropped dead Freedom of choice Is what you got Freedom of choice! Then if you got it you don't want it Seems to be the rule of thumb Don't be tricked by what you see You got two ways to go I'll say it again in the land of the free Use your freedom of choice Freedom of choice Freedom of choice Is what you got Freedom of choice In ancient Rome There was a poem About a dog Who found two bones He picked at one He licked the other He went in circles He dropped dead [Repeats] Freedom of choice Is what you got Freedom from choice Is what you want
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Written by: Gerald Casale, Mark Mothersbaugh
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10 facts about this song
Band Formation"Freedom of Choice" is a song by Devo, an American rock band. The members of Devo met at Kent State University in Ohio and formed the band in the early 1970s.
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Album InformationThe track is from their third studio album, also called "Freedom of Choice," that was released in May 1980.
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Genre and StyleDevo is known for its music style called New Wave, a genre that evolved from punk rock in the 1970s and includes elements of punk, rock, pop, and electronic music. "Freedom of Choice" embodies this style.
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Song ThemeThe song "Freedom of Choice" concept emphasizes consumer culture, as it was written in a satirical manner to oppose a conformist society.
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Commercial Success"Freedom of Choice" contributed to the commercial success of Devo. The album reached number 22 on the Billboard 200, marking a breakthrough for the band.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Freedom of Choice" featured band members skateboarding down a long, winding road, which became representative of Devo's quirky and comedic image.
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LegacyThe phrase "Freedom of Choice" became something of a mantra for Devo and is widely quoted in discussions about the band. It is considered an emblematic song of the New Wave genre.
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Cover VersionsSeveral artists had covered the song, including A Perfect Circle, whose rendition appeared on their album "eMOTIVe" in 2004.
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Live Performances"Freedom of Choice" has been a staple of Devo’s live performances ever since it was released. It has featured frequently in their setlists throughout their career.
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Name OriginThe band name, Devo, comes from the concept of 'de-evolution'—the idea that instead of continuing to evolve, mankind has begun to regress. This element of social commentary is evident in their song "Freedom of Choice."
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