I've only heard this performed on the Farewell DVD. At first I didn't like it and would skip the song as soon as I heard the first lines. But then I really got into it, especially when they reach the second chorus. I think this song is about all of the dangers that are throughout the world that may seem innocuous. Clowns are supposed to be goofy, loveable creatures, but if you think about it, they're quite grotesque. They're made up in wigs, costumes, and makeup so you don't know who they are. There's just something sinister about them. (See Killer Klowns from Outer Space.) So these hidden dangers are hiding in plain sight, they're everywhere, ready to pounce while you least expect it. "Your sons and daughters, innocent, lay sleeping in their beds/They'll catch them when you're not around and smash their little heads" coupled with "Just look outside your door, the clowns are everywhere" are the creepiest Oingo Boingo lyrics.
I've only heard this performed on the Farewell DVD. At first I didn't like it and would skip the song as soon as I heard the first lines. But then I really got into it, especially when they reach the second chorus. I think this song is about all of the dangers that are throughout the world that may seem innocuous. Clowns are supposed to be goofy, loveable creatures, but if you think about it, they're quite grotesque. They're made up in wigs, costumes, and makeup so you don't know who they are. There's just something sinister about them. (See Killer Klowns from Outer Space.) So these hidden dangers are hiding in plain sight, they're everywhere, ready to pounce while you least expect it. "Your sons and daughters, innocent, lay sleeping in their beds/They'll catch them when you're not around and smash their little heads" coupled with "Just look outside your door, the clowns are everywhere" are the creepiest Oingo Boingo lyrics.