Truck On
Marc Bolan, T. Rex
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Truck on Truck on Truck on Truck on Tyke Oh Tyke baby You're a slender living lady You're dynamite You're a jeep mouth dancer You're a right on dancer You got gangster's legs Like a song I truck on You're a silver-stud fender I'm a jive brain bender I'm everyone Got electric deep in me I'm a space age cowboy Ride dinosaurs Like a song I truck on Oh Tyke baby You're a palamino baby 'cause you move along People put you down 'cause you're too low on the ground They can't hurt though 'cause you're cosmic
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Written by: MARC BOLAN
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Spirit Music Group
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10 facts about this song
Release DetailsThe song "Truck On (Tyke)" was released by the British rock band T. Rex. It was released as the B-side to their UK number 1 single "Solid Gold Easy Action" in 1972.
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SongwriterThe song was written by T. Rex’s lead vocalist and guitarist, Marc Bolan. Bolan is known for pioneering the glam rock movement in Britain.
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Lyric FeatureBolan commonly used references to cars in his songs, and "Truck On (Tyke)" is no exception. The lyrics describe a fanciful journey in a truck, loaded with dreams and magic.
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Pop Culture Reference"Tyke" in the song title is often thought to be a reference to Bolan's son Rolan Bolan, who is also known by the nickname "Tyke."
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Album Feature"Truck On (Tyke)" was later included on the album "Tanx," which was the eighth studio album by T. Rex, released in 1973.
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Music StyleThe song carries Bolan's classic sound, featuring his unique blend of electric guitar, bass, drums, and backing vocals, creating a raw, energetic rock and roll track.
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Critical ReceptionWhile "Truck On (Tyke)" wasn't a chart-topper like some of T. Rex's other tracks, it still enjoyed a warm reception and helped solidify T. Rex's status as icons of the glam rock genre.
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Marc Bolan's CareerMarc Bolan tragically died in a car crash in 1977, but his music, including songs like "Truck On (Tyke)," has continued to influence countless artists in the decades following his death.
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Legacy and InfluenceDespite not being a massive commercial hit, "Truck On (Tyke)" is an essential part of the T. Rex and Marc Bolan discography, embodying the spirit and energy that made them one of the most influential acts of the 70s.
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Cover VersionsOver the years, several artists have covered "Truck On (Tyke)," demonstrating the enduring appeal of T. Rex's music.
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