Live Wire
Mötley Crüe
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Plug me in I'm alive tonight Out on the streets again Turn me on I'm hot to stop Something you'll never forget Take my fist Break down walls I'm on the top tonight No no You better turn me loose You better set me free 'Cause I'm hot young running free A little bit better than I use to be 'Cause I'm alive Live wire 'Cause I'm alive I'm a live wire 'Cause I'm alive Live wire 'Cause I'm alive I'm a live wire I'll either break her face Or take down her legs Get my ways at will Go for the throat Never let loose Goin' in for the kill Take my fist Break down walls I'm on top tonight No no You better turn me loose You better set me free 'Cause I'm hot young running free A little bit better than I use to be 'Cause I'm alive Live wire 'Cause I'm alive I'm a live wire 'Cause I'm alive Live wire 'Cause I'm alive I'm a live wire Come on baby Gotta play with me Well I'm your live wire You better lock your doors I'm on the prowl tonight Well be mine tonight 'Cause I'm alive Live wire 'Cause I'm alive I'm a live wire 'Cause I'm alive Live wire 'Cause I'm alive Come on and be my baby Come on love me baby, come on tonight ('Cause I'm alive) I'll give you everything you want inside ('cause I'm alive) Plug me in, plug me in I want you Come on tonight
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Written by: Nikki Sixx
Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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11 facts about this song
Creation and Composition"Live Wire" was first released as a single in 1982. It was the first song ever written for Mötley Crüe by bass player Nikki Sixx.
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Album AppearanceThe song is part of Mötley Crüe's first studio album, "Too Fast for Love". The album made it to 77th position on Billboard 200 and was later certified platinum.
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Musical Style"Live Wire" is known for its prominent heavy metal vibes which was a popular genre in the 1980s. The song features aggressive guitar riffs, high-intensity drumming, and powerful vocals.
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Song ThemeThe song lyrically revolves around a wild, young, and rebellious lifestyle, a theme characteristic of 80's rock n' roll music and the band itself.
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Recording SessionMötley Crüe’s drummer, Tommy Lee, played the cowbell in this track. It was the first time he had ever used it in a recording session.
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Music VideoThe music video, directed by the band's manager Allan Kovac, was quite controversial for the time. It portrayed the band performing the song while scenes of domestic abuse were acted out.
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Cover VersionsSeveral other bands and artists have covered "Live Wire" in honor of Mötley Crüe's influence on the hard rock scene. Notable covers include versions by Meghan Kabir, Deftones, and Fozzy.
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Touring Staple"Live Wire" became a regular song during Mötley Crüe's live shows. It often featured pyrotechnics and high-energy performances.
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Motley Crue Biopic SoundtrackThe song was featured in the 2019 Netflix biopic "The Dirt" which chronicles the career and wild lifestyle of Mötley Crüe.
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Critical Reception“Live Wire” is often cited by critics and fans as one of Mötley Crüe's best songs. It reflects the band's knack for combining catchy melodies with a hard-rocking sound.
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Song LegacyEven though "Live Wire" wasn't a major chart hit at the time of release, it is considered an influential track in the 80's hard rock and glam metal scene.
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