Say It Ain't So, Joe
Alphaville · Other Songs - Alphaville
That's not what I wanna hear, joe and I got the right to know
Say it ain't so, joe, please, say it ain't so
I'm sure, they're telling us lies, joe,
Please, tell us it ain't so
They told us that our hero has played his trump card
He doesn't know how to go on
We're clinging to his charms and determined smile
But the good old days have gone
The image and the empire may be falling apart
The money has gotten scarce
One man's word held the country together
But the truth is getting fierce
Say it ain't so, joe, please, say it ain't so
We've pinned our hopes on you, joe and they're ruining our show
Ooh babies, don't you think we're gonna get burned
Ooh babies, don't you think we're gonna get burned
We're gonna get turned
We're gonna get learned
We're gonna get burned
We're gonna get learned
Say it ain't so, joe, please, say it ain't so
That's not what I wanna hear, joe and I got the right to know
Say it ain't so, joe, please, say it ain't so
I'm sure, they're telling us lies, joe,
Please, tell us it ain't so
Say it ain't so, joe..
Murray head/1975
Say It Ain't So, Joe
Alphaville's "Say It Ain't So, Joe" stands as a defining track from the duo's 1988 debut album, The Breathtaking Blue. The song exemplifies the group's signature blend of new wave and electronic pop, characterized by its driving synth lines and infectious rhythm. Released during a period when Alphaville was establishing themselves as pioneers of the genre, the recording captures the optimism and energy of the late 1980s. While the track features a distinct vocal performance by the duo, it remains a staple of their discography, often associated with their broader body of work that includes hits like "Forever Young." The song's enduring appeal lies in its catchy melody and the way it encapsulates the era's sound, making it a key reference point for fans of synth-pop and new wave music.