Top of the World
Van Halen
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Hey, baby, woo I know you believe in me, that's all I ever need No no, nothin's gonna stop it Nothin' will discourage me, oh, no Hey baby, uh, it's the only way out Oh, little darlin' Now come on, what's it all about? Standin' on top of the world for a little while Standin' on top of the world Gonna give it all we got Oh, I know you wanna touch I got to have a little taste I don't wanna sink my teeth in that fine piece of real estate, yeah Hey baby, woo! make it nice 'n sweet, oh Oh, little darlin' Let's take a walk down easy street Standin' on top of the world for a little while Standin' on top of the world Let's give it all we got Baby, got a feelin', I wanna touch it now See the whole wide world turn upside-down Hey baby, woo Standin' on top of the world for a little while Standin' on top of the world Till we got stung Standin' on top of the world for a little while Standin' on top of the world gonna give it all we got Standin' on top, hey baby Standin' on top, hey darlin', woo Standin' on top, standin' on top
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Written by: Alex Van Halen, Edward Van Halen, Sammy Hagar, Michael Anthony
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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12 facts about this song
Album Release"Top of the World" was released on Van Halen's album named "For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge" which came out in the year 1991.
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Chart SuccessThis track was a massive hit, peaking at number one on the Billboard Mainstream Rock tracks chart in the U.S.
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Band ContributionIt was the last song recorded for the album and all band members – Eddie Van Halen, Michael Anthony, Sammy Hagar, and Alex Van Halen – are credited as songwriters.
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Song LengthThe song has a runtime of 3 minutes and 53 seconds.
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Repeated RiftThe song's main guitar riff was previously used as the outro solo to the song "Jump".
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International PopularityBesides finding success in the U.S, "Top of the World" also reached number two in Canada and number 27 in the UK.
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Music videoThe music video for the song features the band playing on top of a mountain, symbolizing the 'top of the world' imagery in the song's lyrics.
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Composition"Top of the World" is one of the band's most radio-friendly songs, with its pop-rock sound that features strong hooks and a catchy chorus.
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Live PerformancesDespite its commercial success, "Top of the World" was only performed live during the "For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge" and "Right Here, Right Now" tours.
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Vinyl ReleaseThe song was released as a 7" vinyl in many countries including the United States, Australia, UK and even Brazil. Each release has a unique cover design and B-side track.
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Last Top 10"Top of the World" was also the last Van Halen single to reach the top 10 in the talks Billboard Hot 100, as it peaked at number 27.
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Album SuccessThe album "For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge" which features "Top of the World" won a Grammy for Best Hard Rock Performance with vocal in 1992.
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