The Story In The Song The Shamen Ebeneezer Goode

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With Ebeneezer Scrooge getting so much mention at the moment I thought I would celebrate the other famous chap of a similar name, Ebeneezer Goode, in the controversial song by The Shamen. Goode appears to be a likeable eccentric dandy geezer going to clubs and parties but the song is actually a celebration of Ecstasy pills, or E's, hence the line He's a Goode, He's a good (E's are good). Other references - Vera's are roll up papers for making joints, and a salmon (& Trout) is snout, or tobacco. The line about the great philosopher is quoting Malcolm McDowell in O Lucky Man, and Goode in the video is played by Scottish comedian, Jerry Sadowitz. The 1992 song was originally recorded as electronica but heavily remixed as a dance anthem. Youtube - The Shamen - Ebeneezer Goode Arthur Chappell