Laser Love
Marc Bolan, T. Rex
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Gold mouth lady mix a drink for me Lay beside me a solid company You move on up, you move on back Your laser love is like a heart attack Lean clean woman lay a kiss on me My love is strong like a raging sea You move on up, you move on back Your laser love is like a heart attack Dance dance dance till the crack of dawn Dance dance dance till your shoes are worn You move on up, you move on back Your laser love is like a heart attack You move on up, you move on back Your laser love is like a heart attack
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13 facts about this song
Artist Background Fact"Laser Love" is a song by T. Rex, a British rock band that was active from 1967 to 1977. Fronted by Marc Bolan, they were pioneers of the glam rock movement.
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Release FactThe song, "Laser Love," was released in 1976, off the album "Futuristic Dragon," their 11th and penultimate studio album.
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Chart Performance FactDespite the band's declining popularity at the time, the single peaked at number 41 in the UK singles chart, testifying to the enduring appeal of T. Rex.
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Song Inspiration FactBolan, who composed "Laser Love," was fascinated by both futuristic themes and mysticism, aspects that clearly influenced the lyrics and mood of the track.
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Lyrical Composition FactThe song features catchy lines such as "Fly me, oh honey, in your car, to the stars, With your cosmic mind you've shot me blind."
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Tragic Backstory FactMarc Bolan, the composer, and lead singer of T. Rex, didn't get to see the band's lifetime achievement as he died in a tragic accident a year after the release of "Laser Love."
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Production FactAlong with other songs in the album "Futuristic Dragon," "Laser Love" was produced under EMI Records, a famous British music label.
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Lineup FactsBesides Bolan, the lineup for "Laser Love" included long-time percussionist Mickey Finn, keyboardist Dino Dines, drummer Davey Lutton, and bass guitarist Steve Currie.
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Album Fact"Futuristic Dragon," the album that houses "Laser Love," received mixed reviews upon its release, but has gained some retrospective acclaim for its daring fusion of soul, funk, and rock.
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Theme FactThe song's theme of cosmic love corresponds with the general theme of the album, which is considered one of Marc Bolan's most eclectic and experimental.
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Impact FactDespite not being one of T. Rex's top-charting songs, "Laser Love" remains a fan-favorite and is often played at glam rock revival events.
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Legacy FactOver four decades after its release, "Laser Love" and other T. Rex songs continue to inspire rock artists, with bands like Oasis citing Bolan and co. as significant influences.
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Cover FactSeveral artists have covered the song throughout the years, testifying to the enduring relevance of T. Rex's music.
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