Jocko Homo
Devo
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They tell us that We lost our tails Evolving up From little snails I say it's all Just wind in sails Are we not men? We are Devo Are we not men? D-E-V-O We're pinheads now We are not whole We're pinheads all Jocko Homo Are we not men? We are Devo Are we not men? D-E-V-O Are we not pins? We are Devo Monkey men all In business suits Teachers and critics All dance the poot Are we not men? We are Devo! Are we not men? D-E-V-O Are we not pins? We are Devo Are we not men? D-E-V-O All together now, God made man! But he used the monkey to do it Apes in the plan We're all here to prove it I can walk like an ape, talk like an ape, I can do what monkey do God made man But a monkey supplied the glue Are we not men? We are Devo! Are we not men? We are Devo! Are we not men? We are Devo! Are we not men? We are Devo! Are we not men? We are Devo! Are we not men? We are Devo! Are we not men? We are Devo! Are we not men? We are Devo! Are we not men? We are Devo! Are we not men? We are Devo! Are we not men? We are Devo! Are we not men? We are Devo! Are we not men? We are Devo! Are we not men? We are Devo! Are we not men? We are Devo! Are we not men? We are Devo! We must repeat D-E-V-O We must repeat D-E-V-O We must repeat D-E-V-O We must repeat D-E-V-O We must repeat D-E-V-O We must repeat D-E-V-O We must repeat D-E-V-O We must repeat Okay, let's go!
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Written by: Mark Allen Mothersbaugh
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12 facts about this song
Genre"Jocko Homo" is classified under the genres of new wave and post-punk, which were both extremely influential in the late 1970s and early 1980s during Devo's rise to fame.
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Release YearThe song was originally released in 1977, as part of Devo’s first album, a groundbreaking EP titled "Be Stiff."
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Music VideoThe music video for "Jocko Homo" introduced the world to Devo's distinctive style and aesthetic, featuring the band in their iconic energy dome hats and jumpsuits.
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Philosophy Behind SongDevo’s frontman Mark Mothersbaugh has stated "Jocko Homo" represents the band's view of de-evolution, the concept that instead of evolving, mankind has actually regressed.
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Title OriginThe title "Jocko Homo" originates from the 1924 anti-evolution pamphlet "Jocko-Homo Heaven-Bound King of Man," by Bertmer. It satirically interrogates the ascent of man theory and ties into Devo’s philosophy of de-evolution.
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Signature SongThe song has come to be seen as the band's anthem, highlighting their theory of de-evolution and being regularly performed at live shows.
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Live Performance RitualDuring live performances of "Jocko Homo," it was ritual for the band to mainly play the song's repeated chant section ("Are we not men? We are Devo!") until the audience could no longer stand it.
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Short Film AppearanceThe song is also the soundtrack to a short film by the band's co-founder and bass guitarist, Gerald Casale. The film titled "In The Beginning Was The End: The Truth About De-Evolution.”
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Track Length VersatilityThe track length of "Jocko Homo" notably varies, with versions of the song ranging from around 3 minutes to over 7 minutes long.
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Changing Key SignatureThe song is known for its unconventional and experimental nature, including the fact it changes its key signature 11 times in under 4 minutes in the original recording.
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Music ChartsDespite its unconventional nature, "Jocko Homo" managed to peak at No. 62 on the U.K. singles chart. The song, however, did not chart in the U.S.
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Influence on Other ArtistsSome argue that the chants featured in "Jocko Homo" has influenced the work of music artists like Marilyn Manson, Particularly his song "The Beautiful People."
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