Heavy Fuel
Dire Straits
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Last time I was sober, man I felt bad Worst hangover that I ever had It took six hamburgers and scotch all night Nicotine for breakfast just to put me right 'cause if you want to run cool If you want to run cool If you want to run cool, you got to run On heavy, heavy fuel My life makes perfect sense Lust and food and violence Sex and money are my major kicks Get me in a fight I like dirty tricks 'cause if you want to run cool Yes if you want to run cool, you got to run On heavy, heavy fuel My chick loves a man who's strong The things she'll do to turn me on I love the babes, don't get me wrong Hey, that's why I wrote this song I don't care if my liver is hanging by a thread Don't care if my doctor says I ought to be dead When my ugly big car won't climb this hill I'll write a suicide note on a hundred dollar bill 'cause if you want to run cool If you want to run cool Yes if you want to run cool, you got to run On heavy, heavy fuel
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Written by: MARK KNOPFLER
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10 facts about this song
Song Release"Heavy Fuel" by Dire Straits was released in 1991 as part of the band's sixth and final studio album "On Every Street."
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Musical GenreThe song belongs to the rock genre, more specifically roots rock, consistent with the band’s sound.
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SongwriterAs with most of Dire Straits' songs, "Heavy Fuel" was written by the band's frontman, Mark Knopfler.
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Chart Performance"Heavy Fuel" reached number one on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks chart in the US.
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Music VideoThe music video, directed by Steve Barron, was set in a professional boxing match backdrop, featuring a boxer and his struggle to the top.
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ControversyThe song's lyrics sparked some controversy as it openly glorifies unhealthy foods, alcoholic beverages, and cigarettes. Critics deemed it irresponsible because it seemed to promote a wild and unhealthy lifestyle.
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InterpretationHowever, others interpret "Heavy Fuel" to be satirical, and a commentary on the American lifestyle and its obsession with indulgence.
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Band DisbandmentUnfortunately, Dire Straits disbanded only a year after releasing this track, making "Heavy Fuel" one of the final hits from the band.
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Cover VersionAmerican country music artist, Hank Williams Jr., covered "Heavy Fuel" in 2012 for his album "Old School New Rules."
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Live PerformancesThe song has been performed live in several concerts, notable among them is the "On Every Street" tour.
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