This song is about the North American fascination with military equipment-- specifically the FA-18 Hornet in this case. The character in this tune wants a Hornet.. [best on a good stereo with good strong bass/sub-bass].
guitar rock
tom petty
warren
whatever
charmed snark
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Story behind the song
I have always wanted to do a tune that explored the single-sideband sound that comes from an SSB communications radio. This sound effect is like no other. To give it more expressive power, I put it into a jet fighter pilot context. Then to make it relate to the suburban man, I used the subcontext of an guy wanting to own a FA-18, just to keep up with the Jones (who have a hummer). The song also highlights this military euphemism "neutralized". Of course, our suburban man is a bit concerned about becoming "neutralized!"
Lyrics
"This is Xray Lima Mike"
"Target has been neutralized!"
"Returning to base"
"Bye Bye"
"Bye Bye..."
[guitar]
Neighbour has a jeep in the driveway
The other is a great big humvee
Now I want a fast FA-18!
[guitar]
"Hi, I'd like to order a Hornet."
"Just one please."
"Oh, can I get some Sidewinder missles with that?"
"Do you take Visa or Master Charge?"
"Ok, great!"
[guitar]
I don't wanna pass..
I don't wanna go..
I don't wanna get..
I don't wanna be.. "neutralized!"
[guitar]