California Uber Alles - Extended Version Lyrics
Dead Kennedys
Lyrics
I am Governor Jerry Brown
My aura smiles
And never frowns
Soon I will be president...
Carter Power will soon go away
I will be Fuhrer one day
I will command all of you
Your kids will meditate in school
Your kids will meditate in school!
California Uber Alles
California Uber Alles
Uber Alles California
Uber Alles California
Zen fascists will control you
100% natural
You will jog for the master race
And always wear the happy face
Close your eyes, can't happen here
Big Bro' on white horse is near
The hippies won't come back you say
Mellow out or you will pay
Mellow out or you will pay!
Now it is 1984
Knock-knock at your front door
It's the suede/denim secret police
They have come for your uncool niece
Come quietly to the camp
You'd look nice as a drawstring lamp
Don't you worry, it's only a shower
For your clothes here's a pretty flower.
DIE on organic poison gas
Serpent's egg's already hatched
You will croak, you little clown
When you mess with President Brown
When you mess with President Brown
Song & Lyrics Facts
Dead Kennedys' "California Uber Alles" is an extended version of the original song from their debut album, Fresh Fruit for Rotting Vegetables. Released in 1980, it was written by lead singer Jello Biafra and guitarist East Bay Ray.
The band's unique blend of punk and political satire has made this track one of their most popular songs. Lyrics include references to then-governor Jerry Brown as well as environmental issues, making it a powerful statement against government control. The song also features a sample of former California governor Ronald Reagan speaking at the 1976 Republican National Convention.