Ramones - Today Your Love, Tomorrow the World Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who wrote the lyrics for 'Today Your Love, Tomorrow the World'?

   'Today Your Love, Tomorrow the World' was written by Douglas Colvin (Dee Dee Ramone), Jeff Hyman (Joey Ramone), John Cummings (Johnny Ramone), and Thomas Erdelyi (Tommy Ramone).

2. What type of themes are addressed in the song 'Today Your Love, Tomorrow the World'?

   The song addresses themes related to Nazi imagery and the experience of a 'little German boy' in a German town. Despite these dark themes, the band did not intend to be offensive.

3. Was the original version of 'Today Your Love, Tomorrow the World' different from the final version?

   Yes, the original lyrics were more explicit about Nazi references, but Seymour Stein of Sire Records insisted on revisions, which the band made to make the song less offensive.

4. When and where was 'Today Your Love, Tomorrow the World' recorded?

   The song was recorded in January 1976 during the sessions for the Ramones' debut album at Plaza Sound studio in New York City.

5. What is the significance of 'Today Your Love, Tomorrow the World' in the Ramones' musical career?

   The song is part of the Ramones' influential self-titled debut album, which is considered to have established and popularized the punk rock genre. Despite controversies, it contributed to the band's groundbreaking style and impact on future music.

6. Did any outside musicians contribute to 'Today Your Love, Tomorrow the World'?

   The album's engineer Rob Freeman contributed backing vocals along with band members on various tracks of the album, although backing vocals for this specific track were done primarily by the band members themselves.