Ramones - Pinhead Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What inspired the 'Gabba Gabba Hey' chant in Pinhead?

   The 'Gabba Gabba Hey' chant was inspired by a scene in the 1932 horror film 'Freaks,' where the sideshow freaks chant 'Gooble, gobble, we accept her, one of us.' The Ramones saw this movie at an art house theater in Ohio in 1976 and adapted the chant for their song.

2. Who typically performed as the Pinhead during Ramones concerts?

   A roadie, usually Mitch 'Bubbles' Keller, would often wear a Pinhead mask during live performances of 'Pinhead.' Occasionally, celebrity guests like Eddie Vedder would don the costume.

3. On which album was 'Pinhead' first released?

   'Pinhead' was first released on the Ramones' second studio album, 'Leave Home,' which came out on January 10, 1977.

4. Why was the song 'Carbona Not Glue' removed from the 'Leave Home' album?

   The song 'Carbona Not Glue' was removed from the 'Leave Home' album because 'Carbona' was a registered trademark, which could have led to legal issues. It was replaced with 'Babysitter' in the UK and 'Sheena Is a Punk Rocker' in the US.

5. Did any singles from the 'Leave Home' album chart?

   Yes, 'Swallow My Pride' was the only single from the 'Leave Home' album that charted, peaking at number thirty-six on the United Kingdom singles chart.

6. What themes are explored in 'Pinhead' by the Ramones?

   'Pinhead' explores themes related to being an outsider and societal rejection. The chorus 'Gabba Gabba, we accept you, one of us' is a call for acceptance among the freaks, inspired by the movie 'Freaks.' The song blends these themes with the punk rock ethos of non-conformity and rebellion.