Lyrics
When the bomber flew it was '79
Refers to the time period of 1979 when significant events were happening.
Make no mistake it was their time
Indicates that the mentioned period was the prime era for a particular group or movement.
Living fast and free the only way to be
Emphasizes living life rapidly and without constraints as the preferable lifestyle.
The world was on the street
Suggests that the atmosphere or vibe was palpable and noticeable to everyone.
They were the boys to beat
They were the ones considered as the standard or benchmark to surpass.
And they played rock and roll
Reiterates their dedication and focus on playing rock and roll music.
They played rock and roll
Reaffirms their commitment to playing rock and roll music.
They took no sleep the tour rolled on
They didn't rest; the tour continued without breaks.
To hammersmith their battle song
Refers to a specific venue (Hammersmith) where they performed their anthem-like song.
Everything over the top
Everything they did was excessive or extremely intense.
Giving it all till you drop
Encouraging maximum effort until complete exhaustion.
Adrenaline, leather and sweat
Describes the atmosphere of high energy and intensity involving adrenaline, leather attire, and sweat.
No one would ever forget
Assures that the impact they made was unforgettable to anyone who witnessed it.
They played rock and roll
Reiterates their dedication and focus on playing rock and roll music.
They played rock and roll
Reaffirms their commitment to playing rock and roll music.
Dealing the ace releasing the power
Indicates a shift or transition to a new era (the 80s) with immense strength or force.
The 80's were here this was the hour
Highlights the particular time as the moment of significance or opportunity.
Decibels crushing your brain
Describes loudness overwhelming the senses.
The closer you get to the pain
Suggests that the closer one gets to the intensity, the more it affects them.
Night after night on the road
Describes the routine of performing night after night while traveling.
Falling asleep with the sun
Illustrates the fatigue from constant touring and late nights.
Bass like thunder drums of steel
Describes the impactful and powerful sound of the bass and drums.
Guitars of fury with lightning fear
Depicts the guitars' intensity and the fear or excitement they evoke.
Living fast and free the only way to be
Emphasizes living life rapidly and without constraints as the preferable lifestyle.
The word was on the street
Suggests that the atmosphere or vibe was palpable and noticeable to everyone.
They were the boys to beat
They were the ones considered as the standard or benchmark to surpass.
And they played rock and roll
Reiterates their dedication and focus on playing rock and roll music.
They played rock and roll
Reaffirms their commitment to playing rock and roll music.
They played rock and roll
Emphasizes again their dedication to playing rock and roll music.
They played rock and roll
Reaffirms their commitment to playing rock and roll music.
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