Rage Hard
Frankie Goes to Hollywood
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Laugh like the head of Apollo Young and strong on the wings of tomorrow Rise up in millions, get off your knees Dispelling the demons In the valley of danger We all work together, sculptures in sorrow With love light to follow, on Sweet head of Apollo (Rage hard) Into the light (Rage hard) Doing it right, doing it right (Rage hard) Against the dark (Rage hard) Make your mark Let the tournament begin Don't give up and don't give in Strength to rise up, strength to win Strength to save the world from losing (Rage hard) Into the light (Rage hard) Doing it right (Rage hard) Against the dark (Rage hard) (Rage) (Rage hard) The blue eyes of children They shine without fear Hope is the future, with oceans of cheer (Nothing to fear) There's nothing to fear The laughter of angels resounding from heaven Keep fighting the favours Of charlatan saviours, charlatan saviours (Rage hard) Into the light (Rage hard) Doing it right, doing it right (Rage hard) Against the dark (Rage hard) Make your mark Let the tournament begin Don't give up and don't give in (Rage hard) Into the light (Rage hard) Doing it right (Rage hard) Against the dark (Rage hard) Make your mark I don't know which way to go My love's like driven snow When we past the test of time My love you shall be mine And if only, lost and lonely Is all that's wrong with me, we'll be free Be free, be free Laugh like the head of Apollo Young and strong on the wings of tomorrow (Rage hard) (Rage hard) Let the tournament begin Don't give up and don't give in (Rage hard) Into the light (Rage hard) Doing it right Let the tournament begin Don't give up and don't give in Strength to rise up, strength to win Strength to save the world from losing
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Written by: BRIAN PHILIP NASH, HOLLY JOHNSON, MARK WILLIAM O'TOOLE, PETER GILL
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
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9 facts about this song
Song Origin"Rage Hard" is by the English synth-pop band Frankie Goes to Hollywood. The song was released in the United Kingdom by ZTT Records in August 1986.
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Album InclusionIt was the first single from their second album, "Liverpool". This was the follow-up album to their successful debut, "Welcome to the Pleasuredome".
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Chart Performance"Rage Hard" reached a peak at number 4 on UK Singles chart, showcasing its popularity at the time. The song also managed to secure a spot in the Top 20 in several other countries, including Germany, Ireland, and Switzerland.
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Unique Writing ProcessThe song was primarily penned by Holly Johnson, the band's lead vocalist. Uniquely, the title "Rage Hard" was inspired by a line from Dylan Thomas's poem, "Do not go gentle into that good night."
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The ThemeThe song's theme centered around resistance and rebellion, essentially encouraging people to fight with full force, or "rage hard", against whatever obstacles they may face.
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Different VersionsThe song was released in various versions, including the standard 7" single, a 12" version, and even a unique “Freddie Bastone remix” version made available to the US and Canadian markets.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Rage Hard" is as wild and unconventional as the band itself. It features scenes of a boxing match, with each band member taking a turn in the ring. It also includes a bizarre sequence in which a young woman seems to 'climb' out of the lead singer's mouth.
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Record Company ControversyThe song and promotion around it caused some controversy with the record company ZTT. The band wanted to take a more direct approach with their music and image, moving away from the elaborate productions that ZTT preferred. This tension eventually led to the band dissolving.
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Song TodayDespite being over 30 years old, "Rage Hard" remains one of Frankie Goes to Hollywood's most recognized songs, showcasing the band's synth-pop style and rebellious spirit.
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