Suzy Is A Headbanger... 2025 (Covered by The Hawkbirds)

Background…
The song Suzy Is A Headbanger, written and composed by all the members of the Ramones, was released in 1977 on their album Leave Home. It's one of the album's fun, high-energy tracks, capturing the classic Ramones sound—short, fast, and packed with youthful energy and rebellious spirit. The song celebrates the joy of rock 'n' roll and the colorful characters, like Suzy, that populate the band's music. Interestingly, the character of Suzy is said to be inspired by the 1947 film, Nightmare Alley. In the movie, Zeena, like Suzy, is unapologetically herself. Working in a carnival, Zeena, who is seen as "different”, uses her unique abilities to her own advantage, much like how Suzy expresses herself through the loud, rebellious energy of punk rock. Also, the Ramones refer to Suzy’s mother as a "geek," which is a term for a carnival worker who performs grotesque acts for entertainment just as Zeena’s mother was in the movie.

Lyrics…
🎶 Ooo-whee, do it one more time for me!
Ooo-whee, do it one more time for me!

Can't stop stop that girl
there she goes again
I really really love to watch her
watch her headbangin'

Suzy is a headbanger
Her mother is a geek
Do it one more time for me
Ooo-ooo-whee! Ooo-ooo-whee!

Ooo-whee, do it one more time for me!
Ooo-whee, do it one more time for me!

Can't stop stop that girl
there she goes again
I really really love to watch her
watch her headbangin'

Suzy is a headbanger
Her mother is a geek
Do it one more time for me
Ooo-ooo-whee! Ooo-ooo-whee!

Headbanging
Headbanging
Headbanging
Headbanging
Headbanging
Headbanging
Headbanging 🎶

From the shelf…
🧸 Brown Bear loves hearing us play “Suzy Is A Headbanger” because it makes him feel like he's part of a punk rock gang! When the fast beats and catchy guitar riffs start playing, his paws can't help but tap along to the rhythm. The song reminds him of his own wild adventures, headbanging through the forest with his crew , rocking out to the music that makes him feel free and unstoppable. He imagines Suzy is like his girlfriend, Rose the Rabbit, who isn’t afraid to be bold, showing everyone that punk rock spirit is not just for humans! 🧸🐇 ⚡️

Audio…
This song, with the key raised one full step to accommodate Sunflower’s voice, was recorded on March 7th, 2025, in our basement studio on 6 separate tracks, using a Zoom H6 audio interface, which was then mixed in GarageBand:
1. Vocals (Audix OM5 Hypercardioid Dynamic Microphones)
2. Lead guitar (Gibson Les Paul Studio)
3. Bass guitar (Ibanez miKro)
4. Bass drum (Ludwig Neusonic 22” Bass Drum)
5. Toms/snare (Ludwig 13" Tom, 16" Floor Tom, and 14” Snare)
6. Cymbals (Zildjian A Custom Cymbals)
*The drums were recorded using an overhead stereo pair of sE Electronics sE8 condenser microphones, complemented by an Audix D6 cardioid dynamic microphone for the kick drum.
To ensure a precise balance and bring out the nuances of each instrument, we relied on Sennheiser HD-660S2 headphones paired with an AudioEngine DAC3 amplifier during the mixing process. Given the small size of our studio and the inherent challenge of the drums' volume, we are continually working to achieve the best possible sound. We truly appreciate all of your feedback, which plays a crucial role in refining our work. Please keep the comments coming… every suggestion helps!

The band…
The Hawkbirds Family-
👩🏼 Sunflower Hawkbird - Lead vocals and bass guitar
👩🏻‍🦰 Mom Hawkbird - Lead guitar and back up vocals
🧑🏻 Dad Hawkbird - Drums
🧸 Brown Bear - Audio engineer

Thank you so much for watching our videos—we are deeply grateful for all the positivity and encouragement you've shared with us. Your support shows that there is so much good in the world. Let’s continue this journey together, spreading kindness and empathy wherever we can! We feel truly honored to know each and every one of you, and we absolutely love you all!❤️👩🏻‍🦰👩🏼🧸🧑🏻❤️

[thehawkbirds]

Suzy marches to the beat of her own drum, completely unbothered by what anyone else thinks. She headbangs like nobody’s watching, lives in the moment, and couldn’t care less about opinions… And she’s not harming a soul. We could all be like Suzy! 😎🤘Embrace life on your own terms, have a blast, and be an inspiration to someone else! ❤

[jasonjones]

Tribute to headbangers all over the world.Great job!

[theouterplanet]

Family that plays together stays together.

[robvancam-mb]

Princess sunflower another great song as again love hugs and kisses to you and to your mum and dad 😊

[billblackwell]

You guys always bring a smile to my face, let the good times roll! Have a great weekend! Gabba Gabba Hey!

[adrianmorales]

❤❤❤❤❤Ooo-whee, do it one more time for me!
Ooo-whee, do it one more time for me!
Can't stop

[scottmarchant]

One of my favorites! Thanks so much! Big shoutout to the sound team. Everyone was coming through awesomely. Sunflower’s bass and vocals were crystal clear. Dad Hawkbird even had a nice spot to shine. And Mom Hawkbird, tone was incredible! More, please! 🤘❤️

[runas]

Another pain of the we all are a headbangers. !!! Up the Hawkbirds !!!

[walterliedgens]

Suzy Is A Headbanger... absolutely. That's a must with this hot music. The headbanging is going crazy. Great music, great party... the HAWKBIRDS,

[sveinfarstad]

Dad said it, beautiful! And it was that! I loved it, and your faces --> 🌻 👀 cute.
I want more of this, ROCK ON 🤘🤘🤘

[PILARIZQUIERDO-rwfg]

Cada vez mejor. No lastimes y vive sin importar lo que piensen los demás. Mi niña, siempre adorable y con fuerza. Besos a toda la familia 🤘🤘🤘🤘🌌🌌

[herc_ules_therealone]

Mums got a new axe! Sounding better than ever fam. Love it.

[edwither]

❤❤❤Love you guys!!!...as always you put me in a great mood & really made my day....Great playing on everyone's part.😊😊😊😊😊❤

[alainguigoures]

Brown bear et le gang punk rock Hawkbirds! ça déménage de plus en plus. Si les Ramones avait dans leur répertoire une chanson "We're a Happy Family", elle collerait à notre groupe adoré. Merci encore! 💙👩🏻‍🦰👩🏼🧸🧑🏻💛

[specialse]

Im lucky enough to have seen the Ramones a few times decades ago, for some reason i always get a very very clear mental image of the original line up and Joey singing this song when ever i hear it . its like im transported back there again, thanks for keeping my memories and these songs alive , " Gabba Gabba we accept you one of us "

[neilcronin]

My suggestion - Keep doing exactly what you’ve been doing! It is so refreshing to come here and see The Hawkbirds always bringing joy and happiness to all of us out in YouTube Land via this great musical genre. Keep on keepin’ on,

[EngineersQuest]

Thank you!! I always look forward to seeing your new videos. What a great song to end the week and keep me happy at work.

[SpartacusAudion]

Your videos actually make me applaud. Well done. Thanks for sharing all that joy.

[LP-tybj]

Just love the way all the vocals came out. Mom and 🌻 just always come together so nicely! Just a great cover all the way around, and the new mics are really paying off. Happy Friday! ❤❤❤❤

[bobi]

That was great. Love Sunflower's expressions. Cute! Love from the UK.