Hollywood
Thin Lizzy
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They say people out in Hollywood Live their life out in black and white They're livin' out a Technicolor dream Next day, they're a star overnight Not like in New York Man, it's tougher Not like in London town Boy, you suffer Nobody give a break When you're down on your luck Everybody's on the take When you're down on your luck You can't make a mistake When you're down on your luck People out in Hollywood They got a lot of class You see the boys struttin' down the boulevard Tryin' to make a pass' Not like in New York It's high rise, it's concrete and complex Not like in ol' London town It reigns down on its subjects Nobody give a damn When you're down on your luck Nobody understands When you're down on your luck Lady Chance, she won't dance When you're down on your luck People out in Hollywood They can make it to the stars They can reach the screen Drive around in big expensive convertible cars Not like in New York All you've got is Broadway Not like in the West end of London You can't make it no way Nobody give a damn When you're down on your luck Nobody understands When you're down on your luck Lady Chance, she won't dance When you're down on your luck You've got to strut your stuff When you're down on your luck You can't take it easy, it ain't good enough When you're down on your luck Everybody's on the make When you're down on your luck Nobody give a fair deal When you're down on your luck Nobody understands my Uncle Sam When you're down on your luck I'm ready for the dance When you're down on your luck I gotta make a dollar holler When you're down on your luck When you're down on your luck
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Written by: PHILIP PARRIS LYNOTT, WILLIAM SCOTT GORHAM
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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13 facts about this song
Album Classification"Hollywood" is a track from the album "Renegade," which is the eleventh studio record by the Irish rock band, Thin Lizzy.
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Music GenreThis song, like many of Thin Lizzy's tracks, falls into the hard rock genre which is characterized by aggressive rhythms and distorted guitars.
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Release DateThe "Renegade" album, featuring the song "Hollywood," was first released on November 15, 1981.
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Band DropdownThe song features the band members, Phil Lynott (bass guitar, lead vocals), Snowy White (lead guitar), Scott Gorham (rhythm guitar, backing vocals), and Brian Downey (drums, percussion).
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Song Theme Classification“Hollywood” contains references to the American Dream and the deceptive allure of fame and fortune, which are recurring themes in Thin Lizzy’s work.
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Chart PerformanceThe album "Renegade", on which the song "Hollywood" appears, reached number 38 on the UK Albums Chart.
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Song Length"Hollywood" is the eighth track on the album and has a duration of 4 minutes and 10 seconds.
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Album ArtworkThe album cover for “Renegade” depicts a drawing of a youthful band frontman Phil Lynott, emphasizing the band's rebellious image.
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Song LyricsThe line in the song "Hollywood, it feels so good" reflects a sense of escapism and the allure of Hollywood fame.
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Negative ReviewsDespite the catchy rhythms and lyrical depth of "Hollywood," the album "Renegade" received mixed reviews from music critics upon its release.
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Band LegacyAlthough "Hollywood" is not as popular as some of Thin Lizzy's hits like "Boys Are Back In Town" or "Jailbreak," it illustrates the band's musical range and lyrical prowess.
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Influence on Other MusiciansThin Lizzy's multifaceted sound and storytelling lyrics in songs like "Hollywood" have deeply influenced numerous rock bands, including Metallica and Iron Maiden.
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Recording LocationThe song "Hollywood" was created in the studio "Lombard Sound" in Dublin, Ireland.
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