Adam in Chains

Billy Idol

About Adam in Chains

"Adam in Chains" is a song by English rock musician Billy Idol, released in 1993 as the third single from his album Cyberpunk. The song was written by Idol and Robin Hancock, and produced by Hancock. The album version of the song has a duration of over six minutes and is divided into two sections: the first two minutes and fifty-four seconds are of a voice coaxing the listener through a hypnotic exercise, encouraging them towards a state of relaxation. The remainder of the song consists of Idol singing in a melodious, slow tempo. For its release as a single in the UK and Europe, a radio edit of the track was created by Hancock. 


Year:
1993
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Do you want to be hypnotized
All you have to do is move your body
In what ever way feels comfortable for you
Just let yourself sink into the groove
And move
Fix your eyes on a spot
It doesn't matter where
Just fix your eyes on on espot
And begin to relax
Feel your mind and body
Beginning to wind down
Wind down, wind down and relax
If you have any thoughts
Just let them drift through your mind
Like beautiful clouds
Across a clear blue sky
Just through your mind and away from you
Through your mind and away
As you relax
Deeper, deeper and deeper relax
Just let go of stress and tension
Let go of worry and doubt and relax
Imagine a staircase standing in front of you
With ten, wide, safe, stairs
Down, down to a perfect relaxation
Down to peace and contentment
Down towards the happiness that you deserve
And as I count down from ten
Take one step with each number
One step down
Ten, nine, eight, seven, six, five, four, three, two, one
Deeper, deeper, deeper relax
That's it just let go and relax

You've stolen my heart it's true
You see the shape of things to come
Why give up our lives to the brutes and fools
Tear it all apart
You see the shape of things to come
Why? this now girl
Will we kill each other

Like Adam in chains
I want revenge
Like Adam in chains
I want revenge
Adam in chains

They've broken your heart
Ah yeah, they're gonna tear your world apart
Why make up a lie
And believe it's true
Ah, tear it all apart
I know the shape of things to come
Why this now girl
Will we murder each other

Like Adam in chains
I want revenge
Like Adam in chains
I want revenge
Like Adam in chains
I want revenge
Want revenge

In the mind of a madman
There are colour explosions
An eclipse of emotion

Why tear our world apart
Why tear it all apart
Why tear our world apart girl

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Billy Idol

William Michael Albert Broad (born 30 November 1955), better known by his stage name Billy Idol, is an English rock musician. A member of the Bromley Contingent of Sex Pistols fans, Idol first achieved fame in the punk rock era as a member of the band Generation X. He then embarked on a successful solo career, and was a member of the MTV-driven "Second British Invasion" of the United States. A series of music videos for songs such as "White Wedding", "Rebel Yell" and "Eyes Without a Face" made him one of the first MTV stars. Idol continues to tour with guitarist Steve Stevens. more »

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Written by: BILLY IDOL, ROBIN JONATHON COVENTRY HANCOCK

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12 facts about this song

Song Origins
"Adam in Chains" is a song by English musician Billy Idol, released on his 1993 album named "Cyberpunk".
Genre
Billy Idol is known for his punk rock music but the "Cyberpunk" album leans more towards electronic music and techno. "Adam in Chains" is an example of his experimentation with these genres.
Music Video
A music video was made for "Adam in Chains". It featured futuristic, dystopian imagery aligning well with the overall theme of the "Cyberpunk" album.
Lyrics
The song's lyrics delve deeper into existential themes, considering the notion of humanity's loss of innocence.
Album Concept
The "Cyberpunk" album, including "Adam in Chains", was inspired by the cyberpunk movement in science fiction literature, exploring the intersections of technology, society, and identity.
Innovative Release
The album "Cyberpunk" was one of the first albums to be released on the internet. The song "Adam in Chains" was part of this innovative approach.
Collaboration
The song was produced by Idol himself and British record producer Robin Hancock.
Reception
Though the song wasn't released as a single, it is often cited by fans as a standout track on the album for its exploration of new sonic territory.
Technology Integration
Billy Idol used Pro Tools, a digital audio workstation, to record "Cyberpunk". This technology was new at the time, making the production of "Adam in Chains" ground-breaking.
Personal Inspiration
Idol mentioned in numerous interviews that his near-fatal motorcycle accident in 1990 had a profound impact on his music and triggered a shift into more introspective themes, such as those in "Adam in Chains".
Song Length
"Adam in Chains" is one of the longer tracks on the album, with a duration of 6 minutes 23 seconds.
Live Performances
Despite the album’s mixed reception, "Adam in Chains" has been performed live by Billy Idol on several occasions.

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