Surfing With A Spoon
Midnight Oil · Other Songs - Midnight Oil
Well you knew from the start
That a one way loving wouldn't last
You think I'm moving slowly girl
i tell you, you're moving way too fast
Working in the city from 9 to 5
Traffic on the highway gonna blow my mind
Surfing with a spoon all the rest of the time
Oh yeah, all the rest of time
You better find your way without me
'Cause I'm heading for the coast in june
Don't talk about me when I'm gone
You know I couldn't leave too soon
Working...
I'm back in town, you're still around
I guess I'll have to stay away
I'm going up north where the weather's fine
And I'm living it from day to day
Working...
(Hirst/Moginie/Rotsey/Garrett)
That a one way loving wouldn't last
You think I'm moving slowly girl
i tell you, you're moving way too fast
Working in the city from 9 to 5
Traffic on the highway gonna blow my mind
Surfing with a spoon all the rest of the time
Oh yeah, all the rest of time
You better find your way without me
'Cause I'm heading for the coast in june
Don't talk about me when I'm gone
You know I couldn't leave too soon
Working...
I'm back in town, you're still around
I guess I'll have to stay away
I'm going up north where the weather's fine
And I'm living it from day to day
Working...
(Hirst/Moginie/Rotsey/Garrett)
Surfing With A Spoon
Midnight Oil's "Surfing With A Spoon" stands as a defining anthem of Australian rock, blending their signature political activism with a breezy, surf-infused melody. Released on the 1981 album *The Crater*, the track captures the spirit of coastal life while subtly critiquing the environmental degradation threatening the nation's beaches. The song's infectious rhythm and catchy chorus made it an instant hit, cementing the band's status as a voice for social justice and environmental awareness. Its enduring popularity reflects its ability to merge catchy pop sensibilities with urgent messaging, ensuring it remains a staple in the Australian rock canon decades after its release.