Devil Inside

INXS

About Devil Inside

"Devil Inside" is a song by Australian band INXS. The song was written by Andrew Farriss and Michael Hutchence and is one of INXS's best known songs. It was released as a single in February 1988. The song was most successful in the US, going to #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 for two weeks, held out of the top spot by a combination of "Get Outta My Dreams, Get into My Car" by Billy Ocean and "Where Do Broken Hearts Go" by Whitney Houston. "Devil Inside" then went on to peak at #47 in the United Kingdom, #20 in France, #25 in Ireland, #6 in Australia and #3 in Canada. Guitarist and saxophone player Kirk Pengilly stated in an interview that he did not like the music video for "Devil Inside," because he thought that it was "too American."The video was filmed in Balboa, California and directed by Joel Schumacher. The song was featured in the film Rock Star and TV show Hindsight. On 19 March 2014, HBO released the final trailer for the fourth season of Game of Thrones, featuring London Grammar's version of "Devil Inside". 


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1988
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Here come the woman
With the look in her eye
Raised on leather
With flesh on her mind

Words as weapons
Sharper than knives
Makes you wonder how the other half die
How the other half die
Makes you wonder, wonder, wonder

Here come the man with the look in his eye
Fed on nothing but full of pride
Look at them go, look at them kick
Makes you wonder how the other half live

Devil inside
The devil inside
Every single one of us
The devil inside

Devil inside
Every single one of us
The devil inside

Here come the world
With the look in its eye
Future uncertain but certainly slight
Look at the faces listen to the bells
It's hard to believe we need a place called hell
A place called hell

The devil inside
The devil inside
Every single one of us
The devil inside

Devil inside
The devil inside
Every single one of us

Here comes the woman
With the look in her eye
She's raised on leather
With flesh on her mind
Words are weapons sharper than knives
Makes you wonder how the other half die

Devil inside
The devil inside
Every single one of us
The devil inside

Devil inside
Devil inside
Every single one of us
The devil inside

Devil inside
Devil inside
Every single one of us
The devil inside

Devil inside
Devil inside
Every single one of us
The devil inside

The devil inside
Yeah, yeah, yeah
The devil inside
Yeah, yeah, yeah

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INXS

INXS (pronounced "in excess", In-XS) were an Australian rock band, formed as The Farriss Brothers in 1977 in Sydney, New South Wales. Mainstays were Garry Gary Beers on bass guitar, Andrew Farriss on guitar and keyboards, Jon Farriss on drums, Tim Farriss on lead guitar and Kirk Pengilly on guitar and saxophone. For 20 years, INXS were fronted by Michael Hutchence on lead vocals, whose "sultry good looks" and magnetic stage presence made him the focal point of the band. Initially known for their New Wave/ska/pop style, they later developed a harder pub rock style, including funk and dance elements. more »

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Written by: MICHAEL HUTCHENCE, ANDREW FARRISS

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10 facts about this song

Release & Reception
"Devil Inside" is a song by Australian rock band INXS, released as a single in February 1988. It is ranked as one of the band's greatest hits and was met with positive reviews, with critics praising its rock edge and catchy melody.
Album History
This single is included in their sixth studio album "Kick," which still stands as INXS's most successful album to date.
Chart Performance
In the United States, "Devil Inside" reached number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1988, becoming one of INXS's biggest hits in the country.
Music Video
The music video was directed by Joel Schumacher, a well-known Hollywood director who also directed The Lost Boys - a popular 1980s vampire film.
Song Meaning
Lyrically, "Devil Inside" explores themes of dichotomy between good and evil that exists within all humans.
Band Performance
Like many INXS records, this track features a powerful performance by late frontman Michael Hutchence, whose charismatic and sultry vocal delivery is often credited for the band's distinctive sound.
Pop Culture Influence
The song has been covered by several artists over the years, including Hammock and London Grammar, showing its lasting impact on popular music culture.
Award Nomination
"Devil Inside" was nominated for "Best Rock Performance By A Duo Or Group With Vocal" at the 1989 Grammy Awards.
Track Production
The track was produced by English producer Chris Thomas, notable for his work with bands like The Beatles and The Pretenders.
Legacy
More than three decades later, "Devil Inside" continues to be a favorite among fans and is frequently played on various classic rock and 80s-themed radio stations.

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