Biker Like an Icon

Paul McCartney

About Biker Like an Icon

"Biker Like an Icon" is a song by Paul McCartney from his 1993 album Off the Ground. It was released as 7" and CD singles.


Year:
1993
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There was a girl who loved a biker 
She used to follow him across America 
But the biker didn't like her. 

She didn't care, she still persisted 
Though her brother said she was twisted 
And the family said they wouldn't miss her 
Anyway. 

She loved the biker like an icon 
Gazing at his picture everyday. 
She loved the biker like an icon 
Slowly watching precious water drip away. 

She did her best to fix a meeting 
She pulled it off one night in Hollywood 
When he met her he couldn't let her get away. 

He didn't ask for her permission 
He took advantage of her position 
But he was always her ambition 
Anyway. 

She loved the biker like an icon 
Gazing at his picture everyday. 
She loved the biker like an icon 
Slowly watching precious water drip away. 

The family tried so hard to find her 
They Showed Her Picture across America. 
But No Trace Of Her Sweet Face 
Was Ever Found. 

She Loved The Biker Like An Icon 
Gazing At His Picture Everyday. 
She Loved The Biker Like An Icon 
Slowly Watching precious water drip away.

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Paul McCartney

Sir James Paul McCartney MBE (born 18 June 1942) is an English musician, singer, songwriter, and composer. With John Lennon, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr, he gained worldwide fame as a member of the Beatles, and his collaboration with Lennon is one of the most celebrated songwriting partnerships of the 20th century. After the group's break-up, he pursued a solo career, later forming the band Wings with his first wife, Linda, and singer-songwriter Denny Laine. more »

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Written by: Paul James McCartney

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10 facts about this song

Artist Background
"Biker Like An Icon" is a song by Paul McCartney, an English singer-songwriter who gained worldwide fame as co-lead vocalist and bassist for the rock band, The Beatles.
Album and Release Date
"Biker Like An Icon" was released in 1993 and is featured on McCartney’s album "Off the Ground."
Song Content
The track gained notoriety for its lyrics, which depict the story of a girl who falls in love with a motorcycle stuntman.
Music Video
The music video for "Biker Like An Icon" attempted to replicate the gritty style of movies like "Easy Rider" and incorporated animation - a departure from McCartney's previous videos. It was directed by British filmmaker, Tim Pope.
Controversy
The song was widely criticized upon its release, mainly due to the controversial lyrical content and the music video that was thought to glorify the biker gang and outlaw culture.
Inspiration
McCartney has shared in interviews that the initial inspiration for the song came from a newspaper article about a young girl who leaves home to follow a biker gang.
Chart Performance
Despite mixed reviews, "Biker Like An Icon" reached number 15 on the UK Singles Chart and peaked at number 68 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Unique Guitar Sound
The song is distinguished by its unique guitar sound which McCartney achieved using a guitar synthesizer.
Live Performances
"Biker Like An Icon" was performed extensively in McCartney’s 1993 world tour, appearing on the "Paul Is Live" album.
Ambitious Track
"Biker like an Icon" represented a more experimental and ambitious side of McCartney's songwriting style; it deviated significantly from his previous pop-oriented works.

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