Black Ice
@ Made In Rock: AC/DC Lyrics


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Well the devil may care,
You toss 'em back and be a man,
With the last time,
Black ice,
End of it all, end of the line,
End of the road,
Black ice,
Black ice

Come on and bleeding out the crowds,
We're watching all the women go,
Many a mile I'll never take,
I run for forty miles and come up runnin' late,
Don't you know I live it down,
When the devil come a callin' I ain't gonna be around,
Black ice,
Black ice,
Black ice,
The devil come a callin' I ain't gonna be around,
Black ice

Livin' long, livin' long,
Sleep all alone, you're gonna take it all,
And I'm gonna rip it out,
I'll kick, I creep crawl down your street,
I'll gouge your eyes out,
Black ice,
Black ice,
Black ice,
Black ice,

My life,
Black ice,
My life,
Black ice,
My life,
When the devil come a callin' I ain't gonna be around,




I'll kick, I creep crawl down your street, and gouge your eyes out,
Black ice

Overall Meaning

"Black Ice" is a song by Australian rock band AC/DC from their album of the same name, and it is about living life recklessly and not caring about the consequences. The title of the song, "Black Ice," is a metaphor for the danger that often hides in plain sight, particularly when driving on icy roads. The song speaks to the devil-may-care attitude that AC/DC embraced throughout their career, particularly in their early years when they were known for their wild antics on and offstage.


Throughout the song, the singer tells the story of someone who is living their life to the fullest, even though they know it may lead to their ultimate demise. The chorus features the repeated line, "Black ice, end of it all, end of the line, end of the road," which serves as a reminder that death is always lurking around the corner. The verses describe the singer's willingness to take risks, even if it means losing everything in the end.


The song's message is clear: live life to the fullest, but be aware of the risks that come with it. The devil may be calling, but it's up to the listener to decide whether to answer or not.


Line by Line Meaning

Well the devil may care
The danger and risks involved in living recklessly may not deter some people.


You toss 'em back and be a man
Drink heavily to prove one's masculinity or to cope with difficult situations.


With the last time
The end is drawing near, and every action or decision is crucial.


Black ice
A metaphor for the unknown dangers or obstacles that one may encounter in life.


End of it all, end of the line
The final destination, the end of the road, the ultimate conclusion of one's actions.


End of the road
A moment of crisis, marking the point of no return in one's path or journey.


Black ice
The danger, uncertainty or malevolent forces that seem to be lurking, waiting to strike.


Come on and bleeding out the crowds
Being in the limelight, or performing in front of a large audience, can be both exhilarating and draining.


We're watching all the women go
Sexual appeal, attraction or desire can often be a distraction or temptation.


Many a mile I'll never take
There are certain paths or choices that one will never pursue, for various reasons.


I run for forty miles and come up runnin' late
Even if one tries to keep up with everyone else or pursue their goals relentlessly, they may still feel left behind or unfulfilled.


Don't you know I live it down
Despite one's reputation or past mistakes, there is still a chance to redeem oneself or make things right.


When the devil come a callin' I ain't gonna be around
One should be prepared to face their own mortality, or the consequences of their actions, at any moment.


Livin' long, livin' long
The desire to live a full, adventurous life, even if it means taking risks or facing challenges.


Sleep all alone, you're gonna take it all
The loneliness and isolation that come with pursuing one's dreams or passions, regardless of the sacrifices or struggles involved.


And I'm gonna rip it out
The determination to achieve one's goals or overcome obstacles, even if it takes a toll on oneself or others.


I'll kick, I creep crawl down your street
The aggressive, confident attitude that one adopts when facing adversity or opposition.


I'll gouge your eyes out
The urge to strike back or take revenge against those who have wronged or underestimated oneself.


My life
One's personal experiences, struggles, victories and losses that shape their identity and legacy.


When the devil come a callin' I ain't gonna be around
One cannot escape the consequences or judgments of their actions, even if they avoid them momentarily.


Black ice
The foreboding, ominous feeling that a crisis or danger is looming, even if it hasn't materialized yet.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ANGUS MCKINNON YOUNG, MALCOLM MITCHELL YOUNG

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