Love Removal Machine
The Cult
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Check this one Fell to the red room Because she was there, oh A scarlet woman She got me in fear, yeah, yeah, yeah She said do all those things that you do to me You know what I mean, boy Do all those things that you do to me yeah Love remover love remover machine You little soul shaker love remover machine Baby baby baby baby baby I fell from the sky Yesterday you blew my mind oh yeah Having trouble with my direction Upside down psychotic reaction Love removal love removal machine You little soul shaker love removal machine You little love removal machine You little fun removal love removal machine Love removal love removal machine You little fun remover fun removal machine You little love removal machine You little soul shaker love removal machine Look out here she comes Look out here she comes I said, look out here she comes Look out here she comes, ya ya Shake it don't break it baby Shake it don't break it baby Shake it don't break it baby Shake it don't break it Baby Ah yay
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Written by: IAN ROBERT ASTBURY, WILLIAM HENRY DUFFY
Lyrics © Round Hill Music Big Loud Songs, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Creation & Production"Love Removal Machine" was written by The Cult members Ian Astbury and Billy Duffy. This song was one of their first major efforts towards a cleaner, hard rock sound.
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Album DetailIt was featured on The Cult's third studio album, "Electric," released in 1987. Interestingly, this album marked a shift away from the band's earlier gothic rock sound.
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Original ProducerThe original version of this song was produced by none other than Rick Rubin, who is known for his work with heavyweights like Beastie Boys, Run DMC, and Red Hot Chili Peppers.
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InspirationThe song was allegedly inspired by a line from a conversation that lead singer Ian Astbury had with none other than 'The Doors' member Billy Morrison.
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SymbolismThe 'Love Removal Machine' in the song is a metaphor most likely referring to materialism and commerciality in society, comparing them to a machine that removes love and humanity.
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Chart PerformanceThe song was one of The Cult's biggest hits, peaking at no 18 on the UK Singles Chart. It also did well in America, reaching no 9 on the Billboard Album Rock Track chart.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Love Removal Machine" was aired on MTV and is often credited with helping to boost the song's popularity in the United States.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by several artists, reflecting its enduring popularity. Notable covers include versions by Wildhearts and The Mission UK.
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Live Performances“Love Removal Machine” has been performed at nearly every live show since its inception, making it one of the band’s staple tracks and a fan favorite.
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Reissues and Re-recordingsThis song has been reissued and re-recorded several times over the years. In 2009, a new version was recorded for Guitar Hero: Van Halen.
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