The Heat Is On
Glenn Frey
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The heat is on, on the street Inside your head, on every beat And the beat's so loud, deep inside The pressure's high, just to stay alive 'Cause the heat is on Oh-wo-ho, oh-wo-ho Caught up in the action I've been looking out for you Oh-wo-ho, oh-wo-ho (Tell me can you feel it) (Tell me can you feel it) (Tell me can you feel it) The heat is on, the heat is on, the heat is on Oh it's on the street, the heat is on Oh-wo-ho, oh-wo-ho Caught up in the action I've been looking out for you Oh-wo-ho, oh-wo-ho (Tell me can you feel it) (Tell me can you feel it) (Tell me can you feel it) The heat is on (yeah) the heat is on, the heat is on (Burning, burning, burning) It's on the street, the heat is on The shadows high on the darker side Behind the doors, it's a wilder ride You can make a break, you can win or lose That's a chance you take, when the heat's on you When the heat is on Oh-wo-ho, oh-wo-ho Caught up in the action I've been looking out for you Oh-wo-ho, oh-wo-ho (Tell me can you feel it) (Tell me can you feel it) (Tell me can you feel it) The heat is on (yeah) the heat is on, the heat is on It's on the street, the heat is on (i can feel the fire) The heat is on (flames are burning higher) The heat is on (baby can't you feel it) Yeah, it's on the street The heat is on (i can feel it the fire) The heat is on (flames are burning higher)
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Written by: HAROLD FALTERMEYER, KEITH FORSEY
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Creation and Success"The Heat Is On" was one of Glenn Frey's most successful songs, reaching no. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 in March 1985. It stayed on the chart for 15 weeks, demonstrating its remarkable popularity.
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Involvement in MoviesThe song was created specifically for the soundtrack of "Beverly Hills Cop," a 1984 action-comedy film. Eddie Murphy, the star of the film, famously lip-syncs to the track during a scene.
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SongwritersAlthough Glenn Frey performed the song, it was actually written by Harold Faltermeyer and Keith Forsey. Faltermeyer also composed the iconic "Axel F" theme for the same movie.
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Other Chart Achievements"The Heat Is On" also reached the top spot on the Billboard Top Rock Tracks chart and peaked at no. 12 in the UK Singles Chart, showcasing its international appeal.
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Music VideoThe music video for "The Heat Is On" features a combination of scenes from "Beverly Hills Cop" and footage of Frey singing. This helped to tie the song and the movie together in the public's mind.
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GenreBlending rock and pop sensibilities with catchy brass and synthesizer parts, "The Heat Is On" is often described as a great example of the upbeat, synth-driven sound that characterized much of the 1980s' popular music.
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Posthumous RecognitionAfter Glenn Frey's death in 2016, his song "The Heat Is On" enjoyed renewed success, making it to no.16 on the iTunes Top Rock Songs chart.
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Live PerformancesGlenn Frey often included "The Heat Is On" in his solo concerts after its release; the song has continued to be a favorite at concerts by both Frey and his former band, The Eagles.
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Tribute PerformancesSince Frey's death, "The Heat Is On" has been performed by other members of The Eagles as a tribute to their late bandmate, demonstrating the enduring popularity of the song.
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Impact in Popular CultureThe song's catchy chorus has led to its use in various other contexts beyond "Beverly Hills Cop," including commercials and sports events. It has become a popular go-to song choice for events in hot weather.
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