Released in 1981 and an instant hit pretty much everywhere, Kim Wilde’s “Kids In America” is an 80s Poptastic classic. I don’t have any weird facts to share about this one, this pop masterpiece doesn’t need it (and I’m not even being sarcastic). However, I actually listened to the lyrics today, probably for the first time ever, and I’m not entirely sure I understand what this song is about. (Don’t say ‘kids in America’, you smartasses.) It’s an oddly surreal portrait of a dirty town and, um, dancing, I guess – but, assuming it’s what she’s actually singing, what does “everybody live for the music-go-round” even mean? Is that what the kids in America were doing, living for the music-go-round? Hmm.
Kim Wilde – Kids In America
Filed under: Music, Poptastic Day | Tagged: Pop, Kim Wilde
Have you heard the cover of this by The Young Knives? It’s incredible, track it down if you can
Aw, man, that sounds awesome! We looked everywhere and couldn’t find it, but will definitely keep an eye out – thanks for the tip!