Lust for Life
Iggy Pop
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Here comes Johnny Yen again With the liquor and drugs And the flesh machine He's gonna do another striptease Hey man where'd you get That lotion? I been hurting Since I bought the gimmick About something called love Yeah something called love That's like hypnotizing chickens Well I am just a modern guy Of course I've had it in the ear before 'Cause of a lust for life 'Cause of a lust for life I'm worth a million in prizes With my torture film Drive a G.T.O. Wear a uniform All on a government loan I'm worth a million in prizes Yeah I'm through with sleeping on the Sidewalk - no more beating my brains With the liquor and drugs With the liquor and drugs Well I am just a modern guy Of course I've had it in the ear before 'Cause of a lust for life 'Cause of a lust for life I got a lust for life Got a lust for life Oh a lust for life Oh a lust for life A lust for life I got a lust for life I got a lust for life Well I am just a modern guy Of course I've had it in the ear before 'Cause of a lust for life 'Cause of a lust for life 'Cause of a lust for life Here comes Johnny Yen again With the liquor and drugs And the flesh machine He's gonna do another striptease Hey man where'd you get That lotion? Your skin starts Itching once you buy the gimmick About something called love Oh love love love That's like hypnotizing chickens Well I am just a modern guy Of course I've had it in the ear before 'Cause of a lust for life 'Cause of a lust for life Got a lust for life Yeah a lust for life I got a lust for life Oh a lust for life I got a lust for life Yeah a lust for life I got a lust for life A lust for life Lust for life, lust for life
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Written by: David Bowie, Iggy Pop
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11 facts about this song
Song Creation"Lust for Life" is the second studio album and song by the enigmatic American singer Iggy Pop. Released in 1977, it was co-written by Pop and his frequent collaborator David Bowie.
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Album RankingThe album "Lust for Life" is widely considered to be one of Pop's best solo albums. It was ranked at number 147 on Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Albums of all Time list.
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Song's OriginThe beat of the song was inspired by the Morse code opening of the American Armed Forces Network News theme. Both Iggy Pop and Bowie thought it would make a good rock 'n' roll rhythm.
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GenreThe song "Lust for Life" is often categorized under the rock genre, with specific influences from punk rock and rock 'n' roll.
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Song UsageThis song has been prominently featured in numerous films, television series, and commercials throughout the years. It was used for movies like "Desperately Seeking Susan," "Trainspotting," and "Knocked Up."
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Lyrics InspirationThe song lyrics reference the novel “The Passenger” by Holly Martins, which was also made into a film. This aligns perfectly with Iggy Pop's general propensity for literary references in his music.
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Commercial SuccessThe song “Lust for Life” is one of Iggy Pop's most successful singles. It reached the top 40 in the United Kingdom and has been widely acclaimed by music critics.
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Cultural Impact"Lust for Life" received a Grammy Hall of Fame Award in 2020. It has also been listed on the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's list of "500 Songs that Shaped Rock and Roll."
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Cover VersionsMany artists and groups have covered this song over the years, reflecting its enduring popularity. These include performers as diverse as Tom Jones, Simple Minds, and Bruce Springsteen.
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Live PerformancesEven in his later years, Iggy Pop often sprang onto the stage to this song, demonstrative of its enduring energy and his consistent fitness.
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Music VideoThere was never an official music video made for "Lust for Life". Instead, various live performances and appearances of Pop singing the song have served as a de facto music video.
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