I'm on Fire
Dwight Twilley Band
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Got your lady on the line Got your name on the cover Though your friends are ninety-nine Honey you ain't got no lover And you ain't, you ain't, you ain't got no lover And you ain't, you ain't, you ain't got no other I remember the feelin' that I could be free Now I know it could never ever be me 'Cause I'm on fire Got myself on fire Got your joker on the table You've been told from time to time I'll be willin', I'll be able You could read between the lines But you ain't, you ain't, you ain't got no lover, lover, lover And you ain't, you ain't, you ain't got no other I remember the feelin' that I could be free Now I know it could never ever be me 'Cause I'm on fire I'm-a I'm on fire But you ain't, you ain't, you ain't got no lover, lover, lover, lover And you ain't, you ain't, you ain't got no other, other, other, other And you ain't, you ain't, you ain't got no lover, lover, lover I'm on fire I'm on fire (and you ain't, you ain't, you ain't got no lover, lover, lover) I'm on fire (lover, lover, lover, lover) I'm on fire (lover, lover, lover)
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Written by: DWIGHT A. TWILLEY
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Band FormationThe Dwight Twilley Band consists of two key members, Dwight Twilley and Phil Seymour, who came together in the 1970s. They combine rock with pop melodies to create their unique music style.
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Song Popularity"I'm on Fire" was released in 1975 as part of the Dwight Twilley Band's debut album, Sincerely. It became a hit, peaking at number 16 on the Billboard Hot 100.
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Delayed RecognitionThe song "I'm on Fire" was originally the B-side of the band's debut single "Shark (In the Dark).” It wasn't until the DJs flipped the record over and played "I'm on Fire" that it found its popularity.
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Shortened VersionThe single version of "I'm on Fire" was shorter than the album version. The album version ran 6:09 minutes, while the single version clocked in at 3:15 minutes.
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Album SuccessSincerely, the album containing "I'm on Fire”, peaked at number 22 on the Billboard 200, making it a commercial success, staying on the chart for 25 weeks.
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Music Style"I'm on Fire" encapsulates the signature style of the Dwight Twilley Band - a catchy fusion of power pop, rock and roll, with a touch of country-infused twang.
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Band DisintegrationThe Dwight Twilley Band broke up in 1984, just nine years after their formation. However, Dwight Twilley continued to produce music as a solo artist.
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Not to Be Confused"I'm on Fire" by Dwight Twilley Band is not to be confused with the song of the same name by Bruce Springsteen. Although both songs share the same title, they are entirely different in terms of style and lyrics.
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RevivalAlthough the band no longer exists, "I'm on Fire" continues to be appreciated and enjoyed by fans. The song is often featured in compilations of the best songs from the 70s.
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Continued InfluenceThe Dwight Twilley Band's influence undoubtedly continues with songs like "I'm on Fire" which was sampled by other artists including The Flaming Lips in their song "The Yeah Yeah Yeah Song.”
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