Goodnight Vienna
Yoko Ono · Other Songs - Yoko Ono
She was so beautiful, she made me uptight, ah-hah-hah....
-oh gee! I'm worn out! can we try another, can you hear what he's saying?
I took my baby to a party last night, ah-hah-hah,
She was so beautiful, she made me uptight, ah-hah-hah,
Up come a butcher with her ju jus alight, ah-hah-hah,
It's all da-da-da-down to goodnight vienna.
Felt like a bohunk but I kept up my cool, ah-hah-hah,
Green as a frog, man, I was back into school, ah-hah-hah,
Zipped up my mouth 'cause I was starting to drool, ah-hah-hah,
It's all da-da-da-down to goodnight vienna.
Git it up!
Git it up!
Git it up!
Git it up!
It's all da-da-da-down to goodnight vienna.
She said she loved me but I knew she was lying, ah-hah-hah,
Felt like an arab who was dancing through zion, ah-hah-hah,
Don't call no doctor when you just feel like crying, ah-hah-hah,
It's all da-da-da-down to goodnight vienna.
Uhuh-
Git it up!
Git it up!
Git it up!
Git it up!
I took my baby to a party last night, ah-hah-hah,
She was so beautiful, it made me uptight, ah-hah-hah,
Up came a doct.... with his needles in sight, ah-hah-hah,
It's all down to goodnight vienna.
Goodnight Vienna
Yoko Ono's "Goodnight Vienna" stands as a poignant song in her extensive solo discography, reflecting her enduring commitment to conceptual art and social commentary. Released during a period where her musical output often intertwined with political activism, the track embodies the minimalist aesthetic characteristic of her work. The song serves as a gentle yet firm reminder of the importance of peace and understanding, themes that resonated deeply with her global audience. As part of her broader catalog of recordings, this piece highlights her ability to blend personal expression with universal messages, maintaining a distinct voice that bridges the gap between avant-garde experimentation and accessible pop sensibilities.