Ma and Pa
Fishbone
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There once was a ma that wanted her There once was a pa that wanted her I know shes confused, shes my blood sister She told me the blues as she start to shiver Only a child in the middle of a war Shes a problem child now because of a divorce Hey ma and pa What the hell is wrong with y'all Hey ma and pa What the hell is wrong with y'all Well there's a lot of money For all the attorneys Its just not a fight for child custody cause ma and pas revenge Is making little sister bleed Fussin' and fightin' through a family life Make her wanna take drugs and be out of line Hey ma and pa What the hell is wrong with y'all Hey ma and pa What the hell is wrong with y'all Fighting for love on an angels feather Why don't y'all get your shit together Well its three the hard way Doin' it the wrong way Ma hates pa, pa hates ma Little sister say What the hey! Well there's an evil streak there With a righteous leak I fear That's why a child goes astray To live a life another day Mom and pop in a family fury Brother tried to say little sister, don't worry Hey ma and pa What the hells wrong with y'all Hey ma and pa What the hells wrong with y'all Hey ma and pa Why'd the family rise and fall Hey ma and pa Well its three the hard way Doin' it the wrong way Ma hates pa, pa hates ma Little sister say What the hey! Hey ma and pa What the hells wrong with y'all Hey ma and pa What the hells wrong with y'all Hey ma and pa What the hells wrong with y'all Fighting for love on an angels feather Why don't y'all get your shit together
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Written by: ANGELO CHRISTOPHER MOORE, KENDALL REY JONES, KENDALL JONES
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network
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10 facts about this song
Release and Album"Ma and Pa" is a song by Fishbone from their second full-length album, "Truth and Soul," which was released in 1988.
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Chart PerformanceThough not a mainstream chart hit, "Ma and Pa" was popular on college radio and underground music scenes. It helped to cement Fishbone's reputation as an innovative and genre-blending band.
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Music GenreIt showcases Fishbone's distinctive fusion of ska, punk rock, soul, and funk, showing the band's wide range of influences and eclectic style.
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Song ThemeThe song tells a tragic story about divorce and the subsequent separation from parents, portrayed through the band's signature energetic style and charismatic performance.
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Band MembersAt the time of "Truth and Soul," Fishbone was comprised of six members: Angelo Moore, Kendall Jones, Chris Dowd, John Norwood Fisher, Walter A. Kibby II, and Philip "Fish" Fisher.
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Musical Influence"Ma and Pa," along with the rest of the "Truth and Soul" album, influenced a generation of musicians in the 1990s who combined punk rock energy with ska and reggae rhythms, including bands like No Doubt and Sublime.
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Live PerformancesThe song is a fan favorite and is often played during Fishbone's live concerts, demonstrating the lasting popularity of "Ma and Pa" within their repertoire.
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Video ReleaseAn official music video for "Ma and Pa" was released and aired on MTV, gaining the band further visibility and helping to expand their fan base.
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RecognitionRolling Stone magazine highlighted "Truth and Soul" as one of the best albums of the year when it was released, with "Ma and Pa" being mentioned for its storytelling and musical inventiveness.
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Current StatusFishbone is still active and performing today, and "Ma and Pa" remains one of their most loved and recognized songs.
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