Don't Need a Gun
Billy Idol
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A human heart goes out tonight Yes a red hot love on a red stop light I see a scene so cold it echoes in blue Oh those twisting tongues they are after you Wop bop a lu bop Son you gotta move up Flip flop fly Lawdy Miss Clawdy Of what a story dreams to buy Don't need a knife to violate my life It's all so insane [Chorus] When the other man has none You don't need a gun Yes a Russian roulette no fun I don't need a gun I just need someone I don't need a gun Blood red lights a domination street yeah Just need your love and I feel that heat yeah You can drive me through That red stop light With a whiplash smile Wop bop a lu bop Son you gotta move up Flip flop fly Lawdy Miss Clawdy Of what a story dreams to buy Don't need a knife to violate my life It's all so insane [Chorus] You will always be crying yeah Oh you will always be dying Oh you will always be dying Elvis a fight the dying light Johnny Ray he's always crying Gene Vincent he cried who slapped John, John, John. Yes and me, I'm movin', movin', movin', movin' on. Yeah to be someone I don't need a gun. Oh you will always be dying
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Album Release"Don't Need a Gun" is a song by Billy Idol, which was featured on his third studio album, "Whiplash Smile", released in 1986.
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Chart PerformanceThe song became a hit, reaching #37 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States in 1987. It also topped the Mainstream Rock Tracks chart.
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Message of the SongUnlike what the title might suggest, the song "Don't Need a Gun" isn't actually about firearms. It's about the various ways people can be 'armed' – such as with wealth, knowledge, or sex appeal.
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SongwriterThe song was written by Billy Idol himself, showcasing his talent not only as a vocalist but also as a songwriting artist.
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Synth-Pop and Rock Fusion"Don't Need a Gun" is a unique blend of synth-pop and rock genres, a trademark of Billy Idol's music that made him a notable figure in the 1980s music scene.
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Music Video"Don't Need a Gun" was accompanied by a music video, which received significant airplay on MTV. The video featured Idol's signature sneer and spiky, bleached-blond hair.
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InfluenceBilly Idol and his song "Don't Need a Gun" have been influential in the rock genre. He was among the first to mix punk's simplicity and energy with a pop and rock sound in a successful way.
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CollaborationsBilly Idol frequently collaborated with guitarist Steve Stevens for most of his songs, including "Don't Need a Gun". The duo's partnership significantly contributed to Idol's musical style and success.
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Critic Reviews"Don't Need a Gun" received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised its catchy beats and Idol's punk rock appeal, others criticized it for lacking depth.
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Award NominationFollowing the release of the song, Billy Idol was nominated for a grammy award for "Best Male Rock Vocal Performance" in 1987.
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