June 1972 – a song popular in this month – Schools Out by Alice Cooper
The title (and song) were inspired by a warning often said in Bowery Boys movies in which one of the characters declares to another, “School is out,” meaning “to wise up.”
Interesting facts about Schools Out & Alice Cooper
His real name is Vincent Furnier. Alice Cooper was the name of the band, but the name became so associated with the lead singer that he took it.
This is a fixture at Cooper’s concerts. He says the difference between him and guys like Marilyn Manson is that he leaves the crowd in a good mood. His shows are meant to be fun, not depressing.
This was released in the summer of 1972, when school really was out. It’s since become an anthem for summer vacation.
This was Cooper’s biggest hit; it was especially popular in the UK where it topped the chart for three weeks. A concert staple, it is usually the last song he plays at his shows.
Cooper’s legendary stage show involves live snakes, strait jackets, corpses, and other horror movie-styled props–not to mention fog machines and dramatic lighting, of course.
This information was provided by Songfacts.com
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It was a HUGE hit in the UK and spans the generations there – my daughters were just as likely to be heard bellowing it out on the last day of school as I was back in the day. I loved Alice Cooper precisely because he was an entertainer who made me smile. Although many have emulated him I still think of him as a one-off – and thank you for putting the record straight on the name …. I had no idea the band was called Alice Cooper first – I just assumed (which is never clever) Happy Sunday to you …. I’m now going to turn the volume up and strut round the kitchen screeching along with them! 😁
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This is a great song – I still hear it today on my 70s channel! I never saw an Alice Cooper concert, to be honest, I think I was a little scared of him. I do like his music! I am sure the hubby and The Bean are enjoying you strutting around in the kitchen! Happy Sunday to you as well my dear Osyth! 🙂
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Have you checked out Hollywood Vampires? It’s Alice Cooper, Joe Perry, and Johnny Depp. Their cover of Whole Lotta Love is awesome. So fun!!
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I have not, I will certainly check it out! Thanks Alexis, have a great Sunday! 🙂
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They played it at our school last day x
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I think they do everywhere these days – I actually heard it in a commercial recently. Thanks Lynn, Happy Sunday! 🙂
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🙂 xxx
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A great one – Alice Cooper always makes me think of Wayne’s World and his awesome cameo in it. His kids went to school with family friends of ours, and he was, by all accounts, a really normal guy.
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Yes, from what I hear – he was a normal guy. Although when I was younger he did scare me a little! Thanks Sarah! 🙂
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An entertaining performer I saw him in the 70s when he did his Welcome to my Nightmare tour. Fun, and those were fun times.
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I most likely would have really appreciated his concert – but back in the 70s, some of his stage stuff kind of scared me. Oh well, my loss – thanks David! 🙂
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Love this song. My son’s band used to play it. They were all about 12, so it was funny and particularly apt.
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It certainly is a good timeless song for all ages. I never get tired of hearing it – and recently here in the US was used in a commercial. Thanks Su, have a great week ahead! 🙂
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Fabulous! I made my whole family listen to this!! Happy Sunday Terry!! 😀
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Thanks Paula, glad you had a jam session going on! Happy Sunday to you as well. 🙂
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Interesting back story. I never knew Alice Cooper was originally the name of the band. Good song. I hope your doing well Terry.
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It is a good song Steph, brings back some memories – I am doing well today, thank you for asking. I appreciate you stopping by to catch up. 🙂
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Oh this is so cool ! What a song! It always fascinates me how music has changed. Good choice :-). Funny enough, my hubby decided to put on 70’s music last night, so this was very apt 🙂 Hope your weekend was a good one. x
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I am so glad you and hubby had the 70’s music on Lynne – were doing some dancing? My weekend was good and now it is an early start to another week. Thanks for always stopping by each day – you are a true friend. 🙂
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My mom used to sing this at the top of her lungs every year when we’d get out for the summer. (She only knew the main chorus, but she sang it like she knew more). I didn’t know any of this stuff about Alice Cooper. Thanks.
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Glad it brought back some memories – I really only know the main chorus also! I appreciate you stopping by to read and comment – happy day to you! 🙂
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Always loved good ole Alice….thanks for the flash back….xxxxxxx
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You are welcome dear, glad you enjoyed it – Happy Tuesday! 🙂
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