AEIOU (Moana and the Moahunters song)

AEIOU is a novelty song by the fictional band Moana and the Moahunters, featured prominently in the 1987 mockumentary film This Is Spinal Tap. The song's central premise revolves around the band attempting to compose a hit single, but struggling creatively. The lyrics consist almost entirely of the vowels A, E, I, O, and U, repeated and strung together in various arrangements.

The song serves as a satirical commentary on the perceived banality and formulaic nature of some pop music, suggesting that even a seemingly nonsensical combination of vowels could potentially achieve commercial success. Its minimalist lyrics and repetitive structure are intended to be humorous, highlighting the contrast between the band's aspirations and the actual artistic merit of their creation.

Within the context of This Is Spinal Tap, "AEIOU" represents the band's decline and creative stagnation. It exemplifies their misguided attempts to modernize their sound and appeal to a wider audience, ultimately resulting in a song that is both uninspired and unintentionally comedic. The song's reception within the film is mixed, mirroring the band's overall struggles to maintain relevance and critical acclaim. It remains a memorable and often-quoted example of the film's satirical portrayal of the rock music industry.