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Stranglehold
Ted Nugent Lyrics


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Here I come again now, baby
Like a dog in heat
You tell it's me by the clamor now, baby
I like to tear up the streets

Now I've been smoking for so long
You know I'm here to stay
Got you in a stranglehold, baby
You best get out of the way

The road I cruise is a bitch now, baby
You know you can't turn me 'round
And if a house gets in my way, baby
You know I'll burn it down

You ran that night that you left me
You put me in my place
I got you in a stranglehold, baby
And then I crushed your face

Yeah, sometimes you gonna get higher
And sometimes you gotta start low
Some people think they gonna die someday
I got news, you never got to go

Come on, come on up
Come on, come on up
Come on, come on up
Come on, come on up
Come on, come on, come on, come on, baby
Come on, come on, come on, come on up
Come on, come on, come on, come on, baby
Come on, come on, come on

Road I cruise is a bitch now
You know you can't turn me 'round
and if a house gets in my way
You know I'll burn it down

You ran that night that you left me
You put me in my place
I got you in a stranglehold, baby
And then I crushed your face

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Ted Nugent's song "Stranglehold" show the singer's intense and aggressive love for his partner. Comparing himself to a dog in heat, he describes how he tears up the streets and how the road he's on is a challenge to anyone. He also warns his partner that he has her in a "stranglehold" and advises her to get out of the way.


The singer is confident in his abilities to navigate life's challenges and overcome obstacles. He also acknowledges that life can be unpredictable, with its ups and downs, and warns that some people think they'll die someday, but he has news for them as they never have to go. In the end, he reiterates his love for his partner, emphasizing that no matter what happens, he will always stay true to her.


Interestingly, "Stranglehold" was a significant hit for Nugent, peaking at number 31 on the US Billboard Hot 100 charts in 1976. It's also been used in various films, TV shows, and video games throughout the years, including the opening scene of the video game "Guitar Hero: World Tour." The song's guitar solo, which lasts for over eight minutes, is considered one of the most famous and influential of all time.


Line by Line Meaning

Here I come again now, baby
I'm back and ready for action


Like a dog in heat
Eager and aggressive


You tell it's me by the clamor now, baby
I make a lot of noise and commotion


I like to tear up the streets
I enjoy causing chaos and destruction


Now I've been smoking for so long
I'm an experienced and dedicated smoker


You know I'm here to stay
I'm not going anywhere


Got you in a stranglehold, baby
I have you under my control


You best get out of the way
You need to move or suffer the consequences


The road I cruise is a bitch now, baby
The journey I'm on is difficult


You know you can't turn me 'round
You can't stop me from doing what I want


And if a house gets in my way, baby
If an obstacle stands in my path, I'll destroy it


You ran that night that you left me
You fled in fear when you left me


You put me in my place
You humiliated me


I got you in a stranglehold, baby
I have you under my control


And then I crushed your face
I got revenge on you in a brutal way


Yeah, sometimes you gonna get higher
Life has its ups and downs


And sometimes you gotta start low
Sometimes you have to hit rock bottom


Some people think they gonna die someday
Some people fear death


I got news, you never got to go
I have good news, you don't have to die


Come on, come on up
Join me and rise up


Come on, come on, come on, come on, baby
Let's go, let's go, let's go, let's go, my love


Come on, come on, come on, come on up
Let's go up together


Come on, come on, come on, come on, baby
Let's go, let's go, let's go, let's go, my love


Come on, come on, come on
Let's go, let's go, let's go


Road I cruise is a bitch now
The journey I'm on is difficult


You know you can't turn me 'round
You can't stop me from doing what I want


And if a house gets in my way
If an obstacle stands in my path, I'll destroy it


You ran that night that you left me
You fled in fear when you left me


You put me in my place
You humiliated me


I got you in a stranglehold, baby
I have you under my control


And then I crushed your face
I got revenge on you in a brutal way




Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Ted Nugent

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Rusi Dzhorgov

One life, I'm gonna live it up
I'm takin' flight, I said, I'll never get enough
Stand tall, I'm young and kinda proud
I'm on the top as long as the music's loud
If you think I'll sit around as the world goes by
You're thinkin' like a fool 'cause it's a case of do or die
Out there is a fortune waitin' to be had
You think I'll let it go you're mad
You've got another thing comin'
You've got another thing comin'
That's right, here's where the talkin' ends
Well, listen this night there'll be some action spent
Drive hard, I'm callin' all the shots
I got an ace card comin' down on the rocks
If you think I'll sit around while you chip away my brain
Listen, I ain't foolin' and you'd better think again
Out there is a fortune waitin' to be had
You think I'll let it go you're mad
You got another thing comin'
You've got another thing comin'
You've got another thing comin'
In this world we're livin' in, we have our share of sorrow
Answer now is don't give in aim for a new tomorrow
Oh, so hot no time to take a rest, yeah
Act tough, ain't room for second best
Real strong, got me some security
Hey, I'm a big smash, I'm goin' for infinity, yeah
If you think, I'll sit around as the world goes by
You're thinkin' like a fool 'cause it's a case of do or die
Out there is a fortune waitin' to be had
You think I'll let it go you're mad
You've got another thing comin'
You've got another thing comin'
You've got another thing comin'
You've got another thing
Comin', yeah
You've got another thing comin'
You've got another thing comin'
You've got another thing comin'



All comments from YouTube:

Jeremy Hines

I cruised around blasting this when I was eight years old with my dad I’m now 42 and cruising around blasting this with my eight-year-old daughter ❤️😎🤟🏻

Eastwood

Nice!

Jacky French

its our job as parents to teach them right!🤣

Jeff Paul

Same. I'll be turning 35 in a month and my 6 year old daughter is currently listening to this. 🤣🤣🤙

Sharry Bucholz

I bet she loves it. My baby girl turned 34 today and has listened to rock and roll all her life.

Keith Rogoway

Good music should,just as you have,be shared with our children,this music of today leaves ALOT left to be desired

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Russell Nickman

I don't always listen to Ted, but when I do, so do the neighbors.

Jeffery Parchman

They probably show their appreciation of good music by inviting the cops over

Pete Herard

I don't always learn my lesson , but when I do , you can bet your ass it was the hard way

Mark Reaves

Uncle Ted is BAD to the bone!!!!!

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