Go Right Ahead

The Hives

About Go Right Ahead

"Go Right Ahead" is a single by Swedish rock band The Hives, released in 2012. It is the first single taken from their fifth full-length album entitled Lex Hives and is the second listed track from that album. "Go Right Ahead" was released on 3 April 2012 through digital download platforms such as iTunes and Spotify. It was also released as a limited edition 7" vinyl for Record Store Day on 21 April 2012, however, it was available for purchase at the Zia Records tent during the first weekend of the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival on 15 April where they were signing records for fans. A live recording of the track was featured on the Adult Swim Singles Program 2012 


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Find a bull and you grab the horns
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Spin your head up at the day you were born

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The Hives

The Hives are a Swedish garage rock band that first garnered attention in the early 2000s as a prominent group of the garage rock revival. Their mainstream success came with the release of the album Veni Vidi Vicious, featuring their most well-known song "Hate to Say I Told You So". more »

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Written by: JEFF LYNNE, NIKLAS ALMQVIST

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10 facts about this song

Band Origin
"The Hives" is a rock band originating from Sweden and was formed in 1989. The group is renowned for their energetic and charismatic stage performances.
Album
"Go Right Ahead" is part of The Hives' 2012 album "Lex Hives." This was a comeback album for the band released almost five years after their previous album "The Black and White Album" in 2007.
Chart Success
"Go Right Ahead" did relatively well in the charts in different countries. The single debuted at number 20 on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart and number 1 on the Swedish Singles chart.
Genre
The song is a mix of garage rock and punk revival sound, a genre of music that The Hives are well known for. Its raucous punk-rock sound and catchy hooks are emblematic of the band's iconic sonic style.
Radio Debut
The Hives debuted "Go Right Ahead" live on Swedish radio in April 2012, enticing fans for what to expect from their then-upcoming album.
Music Video
The music video for "Go Right Ahead" was shot in a single take. The band performs the song on an artificial beach, complete with surfboards and beach balls.
Impact
The song has cemented its place in Hives history as a fan favorite, and its infectious energy has retained its impact despite The Hives' evolving musical style in more recent years.
Critical Reception
Many music critics have positively reviewed the song, often highlighting its infectious energy, anthemic hooks, and the band's charismatic performance.
Band Members
The band members performing in "Go Right Ahead" include Pelle Almqvist on vocals, Nicholaus Arson and Vigilante Carlstroem on guitars, Dr. Matt Destruction on bass, and Chris Dangerous on drums.
Inspiration
With its tight, punchy rhythm section and buzzing guitars, "Go Right Ahead" strongly reflects the influence of iconic punk bands like The Ramones and The Clash on The Hives' sound.

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