Rock Rocks

Thanks to Robert “Mr. Potato Head” Hilburn for revealing the true meaning of those enigmatic hits by R.E.M., U2, and the even inscrutable Bruce.

Geez, and all this time I though they were variations on such pop standards as “Last Train to Clarkesville” and “Sugar, Sugar.” Must’ve been the sour cream and chives in my ears.

Please serve up a sequel in the form of spud-shaped decoder rings . . . so I won’t be fooled again.

DIANA SHAW

Los Angeles