Adult Education

Daryl Hall & John Oates

About Adult Education

"Adult Education" is a song by American duo Daryl Hall & John Oates, released as a single on February 18, 1984. The song is featured on the duo's second compilation album Rock 'n Soul Part 1 (1983). It was one of two new tracks that were recorded specifically for the compilation release and hit number eight on the US Billboard Hot 100. This song was featured in the 2013 video game Grand Theft Auto V.


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Adult, adult,
Adult
Education

Afternoon in the homeroom, they're about to let you go
And the locker slams on the plans you had tonight
You've been messing around with your boyfriend, maybe better left alone
There's a wise guy that you know who could put you right

In the lot, the boy that's idling by doesn't rev your heart
'Cause it's only lonely spots he shares with you
And the long halls and the gray walls are gonna split apart
Believe it or not there's life after high school
And that's why

The student body's got a bad reputation (oh yeah, oh yeah)
What they need is adult education
You go back to school, it's a bad situation (oh yeah, oh yeah)
What you want is an adult
Education
Oh yeah

The teacher don't know about how to deal with the student body
And the underclassmen are flashing hot and cool
All your girlfriends care about the watch you wear and talkin' about it
Believe it or not there's life after high school
That's why

The student body's got a bad reputation (oh yeah, oh yeah)
What they need is adult education
You go back to school, is a bad situation (oh yeah, oh yeah)
What you want is an adult
Education
Oh yeah

They're calling it a preparation
You're waiting for a separation
You're nothing but another odd number
Memories that you won't remember

So you got a little education
And a lot of dedication
But you want a little night school
Maybe some of it will rub off on you

The boys are busy in the mirrors
Trying to imitate their heroes
You make it with a false surrender
More memories you won't remember

The senior with the junior Miss
I wonder what the junior wishes
That she could graduate to adult
That she could graduate to adult kisses

Adult education
Adult education
Adult education it's a bad situation
Adult education

Adult, adult, educate, educate, education
Adult, adult, adult, educate, educate, education
Adult, adult

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Daryl Hall & John Oates

Daryl Hall and John Oates, commonly known as Hall & Oates, are an American pop rock duo formed in Philadelphia in 1970. Daryl Hall is generally the lead vocalist; John Oates primarily plays electric guitar and provides backing vocals. The two write most of the songs they perform, separately or in collaboration. They achieved their greatest fame from the mid-1970s to the late 1980s with a fusion of rock and roll, soul music, and rhythm and blues.Though they are commonly referred to as Hall & Oates, Hall has been adamant about the duo being called Daryl Hall & John Oates – its official name. They have been credited on albums as Daryl Hall & John Oates (or Daryl Hall John Oates) on all of their US releases. The duo reached the US Top 40 with 29 of their 33 singl… more »

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Written by: DARYL HALL, JOHN OATES, SARA ALLEN

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12 facts about this song

Song Background
"Adult Education" is a song by the American pop rock duo, Daryl Hall & John Oates.
Composition
The song was written by both members of the duo, Daryl Hall & John Oates, along with their regular collaborator, Sara Allen.
Genre
"Adult Education" is a pop rock song with elements of new wave music.
Release Date
The single was released on February 18, 1984, by RCA Records.
Production
Like many of their hit songs, "Adult Education" was produced by the legendary music executive and producer, Ahmet Ertegun.
Chart Performance
It peaked at No. 8 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and also topped the dance charts in the United States.
Album Inclusion
Despite being a successful single, "Adult Education" was not included on a Hall & Oates studio album. It was, however, included on the duo's second number-one hit compilation, "Rock 'n Soul Part 1."
Music Video
The music video for "Adult Education," directed by Tim Pope, is set in a nighttime African classroom setting with an 'Indiana Jones' style theme.
John Oates Contribution
John Oates played the electric guitar and shared lead vocals with Daryl Hall in the song.
Recognition
"Adult Education" received significant airplay on radio and MTV, ensuring its place as a classic Hall & Oates hit.
Live Performances
Even after 30 years of its original release, "Adult Education" remains a staple of Hall & Oates' live shows.
Lyric Theme
The song explores the transition from adolescence to adulthood, the complexities of adult relationships, and social dynamics.

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