MMMBop
by Hanson
What is “MMMBop” really about?
If you’ve ever wondered what “MMMBop” by Hanson is really about, you’re not alone. Let’s break it down.
MMMBop' reflects on the fleeting nature of relationships and life's impermanence, urging listeners to value meaningful connections before they vanish suddenly.
So… what’s this song really about?
MMMBop' by Hanson might seem like a light and catchy pop song on the surface, but it's imbued with deeper themes about the ephemerality of life and relationships. The hook’s repetitive 'mmmbop' represents the transient moments that slip through our fingers, almost mimicking how quickly time passes. The verse about planting flowers serves as a metaphor for nurturing relationships and endeavors, suggesting that we don’t always know which efforts will bear fruit or how our relationships will evolve. Ultimately, the song emphasizes that many aspects of life remain unpredictable, stressing the importance of cherishing strong, sincere connections among the fleeting ones.
In the bridge, the queries about knowing which flower will grow symbolizes the uncertainties of outcomes despite our desires or efforts. This reflects a common youthful inquiry into the future, resonating with anyone grappling with life's unpredictability. The insistence that 'you don’t know' repeats throughout the song, highlighting human limitations in controlling or foreseeing life's path.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What year was 'MMMBop' by Hanson released?
'MMMBop' was released in 1997.
Q: What genre is 'MMMBop' by Hanson considered?
'MMMBop' is considered a pop rock song.
Lyrics to “MMMBop”
45 ContributorsMMMBop Lyrics
[Post-Chorus]
Said oh, yeah
In an mmmbop, they're gone
Yeah, yeah
[Verse 3]
Plant a seed, plant a flower, plant a rose
You can plant any one of those
Keep planting to find out which one grows
It's a secret no one knows
It's a secret no one knows
Oh, no one knows
[Chorus]
Mmmbop, ba duba dop ba
Du bop, ba duba dop ba
Du bop, ba duba dop ba du
Yeah, yeah
Mmmbop, ba duba dop ba
Du bop, ba du dop ba
Du bop, ba du dop ba du
Yeah, yeah
[Post-Chorus]
In an mmmbop, they're gone
In an mmmbop, they're not there
In an mmmbop, they're gone
In an mmmbop, they're not there
Until you lose your hair
Ooh, but you don't care
Yeah, yeah
[Chorus]
Mmmbop, ba duba dop ba
Du bop, ba duba dop ba
Du bop, ba duba do ba du
Yeah, yeah
Mmmbop, ba duba dop ba
Du bop, ba du dop ba
Du bop, ba du dop ba du
Yeah
[Bridge: Taylor, Isaac & All]
Can you tell me? Oh
No, you can't 'cause you don't know
Can you tell me? Oh, yeah
You say you can, but you don't know
Can you tell me? Oh
Which flower's going to grow?
No, you can't 'cause you don't know
Can you tell me?
If it's gonna be a daisy or a rose?
You say you can, but you don't know
Can you tell me? Oh
Which flower's going to grow?
No, you can't 'cause you don't know
Can you tell me?
You say you can, but you don't know
Said you can, but you don't know
You don't know, oh, don't know, oh
[Chorus]
Mmmbop, du bop
Du bop, du
Yeah, yeah
Mmmbop, du bop
Du bop, du
Yeah, yeah
Mmmbop, ba duba dop ba
Du bop, ba duba dop ba
Du bop, ba duba dop ba du
Yeah, yeah
Mmmbop, ba duba dop ba
Du bop, ba du dop ba
Du bop, ba du dop ba du
Oh
Mmmbop, ba duba dop ba
Du bop, ba duba dop ba
Du bop, ba duba dop ba du
Whoa
Mmmbop, ba duba dop ba
Du bop, ba du dop ba
Du bop, ba du dop ba du
Whoa, yeah
[Outro]
Can you tell me? Oh
No, you can't 'cause you don't know
Can you tell me? Oh, yeah
You say you can, but you don't know
Say you can, but you don't know, don't