Tarzan And Jane

Sparks · Other Songs - Sparks

There's a riot in Room 42

It was chemistry, now it's a zoo

And they kicked out the teacher, Miss Prune

Tuned the heat up to one hundred two

Tarzan and Jane

Tarzan and Jane

Now they're ripping their shirts and their tights

Now they're swinging from fluorescent lights

Look at Bob, he was getting straight A's

Who's he carrying 'round on his face?

Tarzan and Jane

Tarzan and Jane

Now they've called in the men wearing blue

There's a cameraman from Channel 2

On the news at 11 does Edgar Rice Burroughs

Get royalties on local news

Tarzan and Jane

Tarzan and Jane

Well, tomorrow at 7:04

As the principal says, "Shut the door"

They'll be 25 Tarzans and 25 Janes

And a chimp from Zoology 4

Tarzan and Jane

Tarzan and Jane

Tarzan and Jane

Tarzan and Jane

Tarzan and Jane

Tarzan and Jane

Tarzan and Jane

Tarzan and Jane

Tarzan And Jane

Randy Sparks' 1974 single "Tarzan And Jane" stands as a defining track of the New Wave movement, blending rock energy with a distinctive, almost theatrical vocal delivery. Released on the Propaganda label, the song exemplifies Sparks' ability to merge pop sensibilities with a unique, slightly detached persona that became a hallmark of his career. The recording captures the era's shift toward synthesizers and angular guitar riffs, yet retains a raw, human quality that set it apart from its contemporaries. As a staple of his discography, the track remains a cultural touchstone for fans of 1970s British pop and New Wave, illustrating how Sparks transformed simple themes into complex, emotionally resonant art. Its enduring appeal lies in its perfect balance of catchy melody and an idiosyncratic performance style that continues to influence artists across genres.