So Long, Astoria by The Ataris

Album: So Long, Astoria (2003)

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Astoria is the town from the 1985 movie Goonies. In the film, a bunch of kids find a treasure map and set out to find the booty. Hijinks ensue as a group of criminals join the search. The line, "This is my wish and I'm taking it back, I'm taking 'em all back" is from the movie.
Lead singer Kris Roe used childhood memories as inspiration: "I'd take all these Polaroids of where I grew up. I went back and stole back these memories that were once mine by taking all these Polaroids. At this point in my life and career, I can't very well go back to the house where I used to live and say to the people that live there now, 'Can I sit in my old bedroom?' But I could take photographs in the window. I tried to do anything I could to make this record more vivid and detailed, even going to stalker limits." >>
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Spencer from Windsor, Canadait's funny when i got into these guys this song reminded me of that movie because it all made sense and then in history i learned that Astoria was found ed by one of the richest men of our countries history John Astor i think but that might not be his first name.he built the town as a trading compost for his animal skins. Ironic how one of the richest man makes a town that can look so depressing yet fun and adventourous at the same time. I love this song and i love this CD. someday ill visit Astoria.
Kathryn from Portland , OrA song about my favorite Oregon town and my favorite childhood movie?? What's not to love!

Kathryn, Portland, OR
Rob from Castaic, CaThe lyrics in this song are simply amazing.
Swift from New York, NyAstoria is a neighborhood in Queens, NY. i don't know if there is any connection.

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