Hot for Teacher
Van Halen
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Oh wow, man Wait a second man Whaddaya think the teacher's gonna look like this year? (my butt, man) Oh yeah T-T-Teacher stop that screaming, teacher don't you see? Don't want to be no uptown fool Maybe I should go to hell, but I'm doin' well, Teacher needs to see me after school I think of all the education that I missed But then my homework was never quite like this Ow got it bad, got it bad, got it bad, I'm hot for teacher I got it bad, so bad, I'm hot for teacher Hey, I heard you missed us, we're back I brought my pencil Gimme something to write on, man Uh uh, I heard about your lessons, but lessons are so cold I know about this school Little girl from Cherry Lane, how did you get so bold? How did you know that golden rule? I think of all the education that I missed But then my homework was never quite like this Ow got it bad, got it bad, got it bad, I'm hot for teacher I got it bad, so bad, I'm hot for teacher, whoa Oh man, I think the clock is slow I don't feel tardy Class dismissed Oh, yeah I've got it bad, got it bad, got it bad I'm hot for teacher Whoa Oh, yes I'm hot Who Oh my God
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Written by: Alex Van Halen, Edward Van Halen, David Roth
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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12 facts about this song
ReleaseThe song "Hot for Teacher" was released in 1984, and it was part of Van Halen's multi-platinum album "1984" (also known as "MCMLXXXIV").
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Music VideoThe music video for "Hot for Teacher" was one of the most memorable of the 1980s, featuring the band members as both children and adults in a school setting.
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Drummer's HighlightThe song is often regarded as a drumming masterpiece by Alex Van Halen. The drum intro is considered one of the best in rock history.
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Guitar TechniqueEddie Van Halen's distinctive tapping technique is prominently showcased in the song's guitar solo.
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Commercial Success"Hot for Teacher" peaked at number 56 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, demonstrating its commercial success.
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MTV Video Music AwardsThe song's music video, which was directed by Pete Angelus and David Lee Roth, received three MTV Video Music Awards nominations.
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Song InspirationThe song was inspired by Van Halen's own experiences in school, creating a humorous take on teacher-student crushes.
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Cultural Impact"Hot for Teacher" has been covered and referenced several times in popular culture, including in films, TV shows, and even video games like Guitar Hero: Van Halen.
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Backup VocalsThe backup vocals for the song are provided by the members of Van Halen and an additional singer, Rory Dodd.
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Atypical StructureUnlike most popular songs, "Hot for Teacher" does not have a traditional verse-chorus-verse structure, giving it a unique edge in the band's repertoire.
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Controversial ThemeWhile the song is generally enjoyed for its rollicking and humorous vibe, "Hot for Teacher" has occasionally been criticized for its light-hearted treatment of the potentially uncomfortable topic of teacher-student relationships.
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Initial ReactionsUpon its release, "Hot for Teacher" caused some controversy due to its provocative music video and theme, but it has since been hailed as a classic in Van Halen's discography.
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