New Sensation

INXS

About New Sensation

"New Sensation" is a song by the Australian rock group INXS. It was the third single from their 1987 album Kick. The music was written by Andrew Farriss and the lyrics by Michael Hutchence. The song reached no. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States, no. 9 in Australia, no. 25 in the UK, and no. 8 on the Album Rock Tracks in the US. The song features a signature Kirk Pengilly sax solo and lyrics about a partying lifestyle. The first line "Live, baby, live", was later referenced in the title of the bands' 1991 release Live Baby Live. The video for the song was filmed on the roof of Municipal House in Prague and directed by Richard Lowenstein INXS and J. D. Fortune performed the song at the 2010 AFL Grand Final along with "Suicide Blonde". The song was also the first track to be performed at the London Astoria. It was later covered by Welsh band The Automatic at the final performance at the venue in 2009. In February 2014, after the Channel 7 screening of "INXS: Never Tear Us Apart" mini-series, "New Sensation" charted again in Australia via download sales. It peaked at no. 56 on the ARIA Singles Chart. In 2018, fast food chain McDonald's used the song to advertise their Big Mac collection. 


Year:
1991
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Live baby live
Now that the day is over
I gotta new sensation
In perfect moments
Well so impossible to refuse

Sleep baby sleep
Now that the night is over
And the sun comes
Like a god into our room
All perfect light and promises

Gotta hold on you
A new sensation, a new sensation
Right now gonna take you over 
A new sensation, a new sensation

Dream baby dream
Of all that's come and going
And you will find out in the end
There really is, 
There really is no difference

Cry baby cry
When you got to get it out
I'll be your shoulder
You can tell me all
Don't keep it in ya

Well that's the reason why I'm here
Hey hey
Are you ready for a new sensation, new sensation
Right now
Gonna take you on a new sensation, new sensation
A new sensation, a new sensation
A new sensation

Hate baby hate
When there's nothing left for you
You're only human what can you do
It'll soon be over
Don't let your pain take over you

Love baby love
It's written all over your face
There's nothing better we could do
Than live forever
Well that's all we've got to do
Hey now I'm gonna take a new sensation, a new sensation
Right now
Gotta hold on you 
A new sensation, a new sensation
A new sensation, a new sensation
A new sensation

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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: Andrew Charles Farriss, Michael Kelland Hutchence

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10 facts about this song

Band's Background
"New Sensation" is a song by Australian rock band, INXS. - The band formed in 1977 and was especially active between 1980 to 2010.
Creation and Release
The song was released on their album "Kick" in 1987. - "New Sensation" was later released as a single in 1988.
Chart Performance
The song became one of INXS's biggest hits. - It peaked at number 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States and number 9 on the ARIA Charts in Australia.
Production and Songwriting
The song was written by band member Andrew Farriss and lead vocalist Michael Hutchence. - Production was handled by Chris Thomas, a prominent British record producer.
Musical Style
"New Sensation" is characteristic of INXS's signature fusion of rock and new wave sound.
Music Video
A music video was made for the song, directed by Richard Lowenstein, a frequent collaborator of the band.
Legacy
The song continues to receive radio play and recognitions decades after its release. - "New Sensation" is often cited as one of the standout tracks from the album "Kick."
Notable Performances
INXS has performed this song at various major concerts and music festivals, cementing its importance in their repertoire. - The song was also featured in their 1991 concert film "Live Baby Live."
Use in Media
"New Sensation" has been used in various forms of media, including popular films and commercials.
Awards
While "New Sensation" itself did not receive any awards, the album it's featured on, "Kick," won several awards and is often considered one of the best albums of the late 80s.

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