The Zoo
Scorpions
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The job is done and I go out Another boring day I leave it all behind me now So many worlds away I meet my girl, she's dressed to kill And all we gonna do Is walk around to catch the thrill On streets we call the zoo We eat the night, we drink the time Make our dreams come true And hungry eyes are passing by On streets we call the zoo We eat the night, we drink the time Make our dreams come true And hungry eyes are passing by On streets we call the zoo Enjoy the zoo And walk down 42nd Street You want to be excited too And you will feel the heat We eat the night, we drink the time Make our dreams come true And hungry eyes are passing by On streets we call the zoo We eat the night, we drink the time Make our dreams come true And hungry eyes are passing by On streets we call the zoo
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Written by: KLAUS MEINE, RUDOLF SCHENKER
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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15 facts about this song
Song Composition"The Zoo" is a song by the German rock band Scorpions. It was composed by Scorpions' members, Rudolf Schenker and Klaus Meine.
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Album AssociationThe single is from their ninth album "Animal Magnetism" which was released in March 1980.
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GenreThe song can be classified under the hard rock genre but also has elements of heavy metal.
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Song Inspiration"The Zoo" was inspired by Scorpions' first visit to New York City, where the vibrant life and energy reminded them of a zoo.
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PopularityDespite not being one of Scorpions' most commercially successful singles, "The Zoo" has been widely appreciated by fans and critics and has gained a cult status.
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Live Performances"The Zoo" is frequently included in the band's live performances and has proved extremely popular in concert.
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LyricsThe lyrics for the song are said to be metaphoric, comparing the red-light area in New York to a zoo.
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Cover VersionsSeveral bands and artists have covered "The Zoo" including American heavy metal band, Iced Earth.
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Distinct SoundThe song has a signature slide guitar lick that has become a distinctive part of the track’s appeal.
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Music VideoThe music video of the song, which was filmed and produced in the 1980s, reflects the style and technological abilities of that era.
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ReissueThe track was digitally remastered and reissued in the collector’s edition of the "Animal Magnetism" album in 2008.
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Skill ShowcasingMusically, "The Zoo" serves as an excellent showcase for the band members' playing skills.
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Fan ConnectionThe song lyrics "call of the wild" makes fans believe it ties in well with the album's name and theme "Animal Magnetism."
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Classic StatusDespite being released over four decades ago, "The Zoo" by Scorpions has achieved a classic status in rock music.
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Band EnjoymentThe band members have expressed their enjoyment playing "The Zoo," indicating that it's one of their favorite tracks to perform live.
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