High Voltage

AC/DC

About High Voltage

Not to be confused with Danger! High Voltage "High Voltage" is a song by Australian hard rock band AC/DC. It was first released in Australia as a single in July 1975, though it is the eighth track of their second Australian album T. N. T., the release itself was issued as a stand alone single. The song was written by Angus Young, Malcolm Young and Bon Scott, and peaked at #48 on the UK Singles Chart in 1980. In January 2018, as part of Triple M's "Ozzest 100", the 'most Australian' songs of all time, "High Voltage" was ranked number 95.  


Year:
2006
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Well you ask me 'bout the clothes I wear
And you ask me why I grow my hair
And you ask me why I'm in a band
I dig doin' one night stands
And you want to see me do my thing
All you gotta do is plug me into high

I said high
High voltage rock 'n' roll
High voltage rock 'n' roll
High voltage, high voltage
High voltage rock 'n' roll

Well you ask me why I like to dance
And you ask me why I like to sing
And you ask me why I like to play
I got to get my kicks some way
And you ask me what I'm all about
Come and let me hear you shout high

I said high
High voltage rock 'n' roll
High voltage rock 'n' roll
High voltage, high voltage
High voltage rock 'n' roll
Rock 'n' roll

I said high, I said high
Waaaah
High voltage rock 'n' roll
High voltage rock 'n' roll
High voltage, high voltage
High voltage rock 'n' roll

Spotlight, put the lights out, happy hour
High voltage rock 'n' roll
High voltage rock 'n' roll
Wine, women and song
High voltage, high voltage
High voltage rock 'n' roll

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AC/DC

AC/DC are an Australian hard rock band, formed in 1973 by brothers Malcolm and Angus Young, who have remained constant members. Commonly classified as hard rock, they are considered pioneers of heavy metal and are sometimes classified as such, though they themselves have always classified their music as simply "rock and roll". To date they are one of the highest-grossing bands of all time. more »

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Written by: RONALD BELFORD SCOTT, ANGUS YOUNG, MALCOLM YOUNG

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10 facts about this song

Song Composition
"High Voltage" was composed by members of the band AC/DC — Malcolm Young, Angus Young, and Bon Scott.
Debut Album
The song is featured on the band's debut studio album, also titled "High Voltage." However, it was only included in the Australian version of the album, released in 1975.
Remastered Album
The song "High Voltage" was later included in the international version of their album "T.N.T," which was a remastered version of the debut album combining tracks from "High Voltage" and the second studio album “T.N.T.”
Signature Phrase
The song is notable for Bon Scott's signature phrase - "High Voltage Rock 'N' Roll," which was used as a promotional slogan and appeared in many of the band's merchandise.
Live Performances
"High Voltage" became a popular track for live performances by AC/DC. It often featured as an encore during their concerts, with Angus Young performing an extended guitar solo.
Song Theme
The lyrics and energy of the song embody the band's commitment to high-energy rock 'n' roll, a theme that has remained at the core of AC/DC's music throughout their career.
Live Album
A live version of "High Voltage" was included in AC/DC's first live album, "If You Want Blood You've Got It," released in 1978.
Cover Art
The cover art for the "High Voltage" album features AC/DC's Angus Young in his trademark schoolboy outfit, a defining image for the band.
Long-lasting Popularity
Despite its release over 45 years ago, the song "High Voltage" remains a favorite among fans and continues to be regularly played on classic rock radio stations worldwide.
AC/DC Legacy
The song "High Voltage" and the associated album have been instrumental in establishing AC/DC's reputation as one of the greatest rock bands in history. The term "High Voltage" continues to be associated with the band and is symbolized by the ⚡ symbol in the band's logo.

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