Rock 'n' Roll Damnation
AC/DC
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They say that you play too loud Well, baby, that's tough They say that you've got too much Can't get enough They tell you that you look a fool Or maybe I'm a fool for you State that your mind's diseased Shakey stuff And it's a rock 'n' roll damnation Ma's own whipping boy Rock 'n' roll damnation Take your chance, while you still got the choice You say that you want respect Honey, for what? For everything that you done for me Well, uh, thanks a lot Come on Get up off your bended knees You can set your mind at ease My temperature's runnin' hot Oh, I been waiting all night for a bite of what you got And it's a rock 'n' roll damnation Ma's own whipping boy Rock 'n' roll damnation Take a chance while you still got the choice Oh, it's a hard life (Damnation) They're putting you down (Damnation) All over town (Damnation) 'Cause you're way out of reach Livin' on the street, you got to practice what you preach And it's a rock 'n' roll damnation Ma's own whipping boy Rock 'n' roll damnation Take your chance while you still got the choice (Damnation) You left a happy home (Damnation) To live on your own (Damnation) You want to live in sin (Damnation) It's a rock 'n' roll (Damnation) Just too fond of the joy (Damnation) You're a toy for a boy (Damnation) You got dollars in your eyes (Damnation) Always chasing the pie in the sky (Damnation) Rock 'n' roll (damnation)
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Written by: Ronald Belford Scott, Angus Mckinnon Young, Malcolm Mitchell Young
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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18 facts about this song
Album & Release Date"Rock 'n' Roll Damnation" is from AC/DC's studio album titled "Powerage," which was released in the year 1978.
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Chart PerformanceThe song was the lead single from the album "Powerage" and it reached no 24 on the UK Singles Chart; it remains AC/DC's highest-charting single in the UK till date.
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Band LineupThe song featured all five members of the band during that time: Bon Scott, Angus Young, Malcolm Young, Cliff Williams, and Phil Rudd.
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Songwriting Credits"Rock 'n' Roll Damnation" was written by Angus Young, Malcolm Young, and Bon Scott.
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American Debut"Rock 'n' Roll Damnation" was significantly one of the few tracks from the band to receive substantial airplay in the U.S., aiding AC/DC's quest for stateside popularity.
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Track DurationThe track runs for approximately 3 minutes and 37 seconds.
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Live PerformancesEven after Bon Scott's death, the song has been included in AC/DC's live setlists under Brian Johnson’s lead.
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GenreThe song is recognized as a Hard Rock song and is often associated with the Classic Rock genre.
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Cover ArtThe single's cover art featured the band laughing while they are playing in a pool of water. This photograph was taken by Michael Putland.
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Backing VocalsCoincidentally, "Rock 'n' Roll Damnation" is one of the very few songs by the band that features backing vocals; the track included Cliff Williams on the backing vocals.
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Music VideoThe song also had a music video which featured the band performing live on a stage. The video gained significant popularity on MTV.
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Riff FeatureThe song beautifully showcases the guitar riffing talents of the Young brothers, which created AC/DC’s signature sound.
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Touch of BluesThe track also has a touch of blues-like many of the band's other songs.
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Song ThemeThematically, “Rock ‘n’ Roll Damnation” deals with the struggles and pitfalls of the rock and roll lifestyle, which was something the band was very familiar with.
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Recognizable IntroThe song starts with a very catchy guitar intro, which has been recognized and appreciated by many rock fans worldwide.
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ProductionThe entire album "Powerage", including "Rock 'n' Roll Damnation," was produced by the famous production trio of Harry Vanda, George Young, and the band itself.
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LyricsThe lyrics reflect the band's robust belief in the power and sanctity of rock ‘n’ roll, despite what critics or antagonists might say.
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Home Country ReceptionThough the song was a hit in the UK, it did not chart in AC/DC's home country, Australia.
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