Shoot Out the Lights
Diamond Head
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[Chorus:] Let me tell you now, about a friend of mine He tried to shoot them lights, with whiskey and the wine He didn't get so far, ah his gun was wrong Now my sweet friend, where's your song Shoot out the lights, shoot out the lights Shoot out the lights, shoot out the lights Now that friend of mine, he never made a day Didn't know what to do, told him to get away I ain't going yet he said, I'm gonna be a star I got a gun my friend, sitting in the car Shoot out the lights, shoot out the lights Shoot out the lights, shoot out the lights [Chorus]
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Written by: Brian Andrew Tatler, Sean Lyndon Harris
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Album Release"Shoot Out the Lights" is a track by the British heavy metal band Diamond Head from their debut album "Lightning to the Nations" which was released in 1979.
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Influence RadiusDiamond Head and particularly the song "Shoot Out the Lights" was a major influence on bands in the thrash metal genre. Prominent bands like Metallica have covered Diamond Head's song numerous times.
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Metallica's AdaptationOne of the most interesting facts about the song is that Metallica covered this song in their early live performances. They also covered other tracks of Diamond Head.
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Writing CreditsThe lyrics of "Shoot Out the Lights" was written by the band members Brian Tatler and Sean Harris. Brian Tatler is the lead guitarist and Sean Harris is the lead singer of Diamond Head.
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Unconventional Recording Style"Shoot Out the Lights", along with other songs on "Lightning to the Nations", was originally recorded in a bedroom at a farmhouse, highlighting the group's DIY approach.
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Limited ReleaseThe initial album "Lightning to the Nations" was initially released only in a limited pressing of 1,000 copies. It was not until the heavy metal boom of the early 1980s that the album featuring "Shoot Out the Lights" was commercially released worldwide.
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Lyrics ThemeThe song "Shoot Out the Lights" is known for its heavy metal theme, featuring lyrics about rebellion and defiance towards oppressive systems or structures.
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Popularity Amongst FansEven though "Shoot Out the Lights" was not released as a single, it has remained a favorite among Diamond Head fans and is often performed at their live concerts.
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Revival of SongIn 2011, Diamond Head re-recorded "Shoot Out the Lights" for their album "Featuring…Diamond Head" in a way to revitalise their old hits.
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Legacy"Shoot Out the Lights" has maintained its legacy in the heavy metal phenomenon. Its influence on the thrash genre is a testament to its unique importance in the formation of an entire sub-genre of heavy metal music.
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