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It’s the guitar riff that defined a generation—but did you know there were no actual guitars on the original track? This week on pplpod, we explore the iconic history of "Go Go Power Rangers," the theme song that launched the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers franchise.

We dive deep into how composer Ron Wasserman (aka The Mighty RAW) created this high-energy anthem in 1994 using only a keyboard to simulate the driving drums and guitars. We also settle the genre debate: Is it heavy metal, pop, or as Wasserman describes it, "speed metal" comparable to Metallica?.

Plus, we breakdown the song's evolution through the years, including:

• The star-studded 1995 movie version performed by The Power Rangers Orchestra (featuring members of Guns N' Roses and Mr. Big).

• The 2012 Redux re-recording.

• The lasting legacy of the "Go Go Power Rangers" catchphrase across the Saban universe.

Tune in for a nostalgic look at the music behind the masks!