"High Voltage" shares its name with the band's first Australian and international albums. It is the ninth and final track on the international version, released in May 1976. "High Voltage" was also released as a single in the UK and various countries in Europe in 1976.
Although Phil Rudd is erroneously credited with recording the song, the drums were actually recorded by a session drummer Tony Currenti, not long after recording sessions for the debut album High Voltage.
High Voltage
AC/DC Lyrics
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And you ask me why I grow my hair
And you ask me why I'm in a band
I dig doin' one night stands
And you want to see me do my thing
All you gotta do is plug me into high
I said high
High voltage rock 'n' roll
High voltage, high voltage
High voltage rock 'n' roll
Well you ask me why I like to dance
And you ask me why I like to sing
And you ask me why I like to play
I got to get my kicks some way
And you ask me what I'm all about
Come and let me hear you shout high
I said high
High voltage rock 'n' roll
High voltage rock 'n' roll
High voltage, high voltage
High voltage rock 'n' roll
Rock 'n' roll
I said high, I said high
Waaaah
High voltage rock 'n' roll
High voltage rock 'n' roll
High voltage, high voltage
High voltage rock 'n' roll
Spotlight, put the lights out, happy hour
High voltage rock 'n' roll
High voltage rock 'n' roll
Wine, women and song
High voltage, high voltage
High voltage rock 'n' roll
The song High Voltage by AC/DC is a classic rock anthem that celebrates the power and energy of rock and roll. The first stanza of the song is a response to the questions people ask about the appearance of the band members, such as their clothes, hair, and their choice to be in a band. The lead singer then proclaims his love and passion for performing one night stands and invites the listener to see him perform, saying all they have to do is plug him into high voltage rock 'n' roll. The chorus of the song is repeated several times throughout, emphasizing the energizing effects of high voltage rock and roll.
In the second stanza, the lead singer explains that he loves to dance, sing and play music to get his kicks. He invites the audience to join in and shout high, once again stressing the power and energy of the music. The song ends with the refrain of High Voltage, Rock 'n' Roll, followed by a series of lyrics that project a party atmosphere, referencing happy hour, wine, women, and song.
The lyrics of High Voltage are a testament to the unadulterated energy that can be found in rock and roll, evoking a sense of rebellion and a desire to let loose. The song's lyrics are simple and direct, making them easy to sing along with and connecting with the primal elements of human nature that crave release and escape. High Voltage attains its significance in the way it encapsulates the core of rock and roll, embodying its wild and infectious spirit.
Line by Line Meaning
Well you ask me 'bout the clothes I wear
You are curious about my choice of attire
And you ask me why I grow my hair
You are curious about my long hair
And you ask me why I'm in a band
You are curious about my involvement in a band
I dig doin' one night stands
I enjoy performing at one-night gigs
And you want to see me do my thing
You want to see me perform my music
All you gotta do is plug me into high
All you need to do is connect me to high voltage electricity
I said high
I exclaimed high
High voltage rock 'n' roll
Enthusiastic rock and roll music powered by high-voltage electricity
High voltage rock 'n' roll
Enthusiastic rock and roll music powered by high-voltage electricity
High voltage, high voltage
Referring to the electricity powering the music
High voltage rock 'n' roll
Enthusiastic rock and roll music powered by high-voltage electricity
Well you ask me why I like to dance
You are curious about my love for dancing
And you ask me why I like to sing
You are curious about my passion for singing
And you ask me why I like to play
You are curious about my interest in playing music
I got to get my kicks some way
I want to enjoy myself in one way or another
And you ask me what I'm all about
You want to know what motivates me as a musician
Come and let me hear you shout high
Come and cheer me on as I perform enthusiastically
I said high
I exclaimed high
High voltage rock 'n' roll
Enthusiastic rock and roll music powered by high-voltage electricity
High voltage rock 'n' roll
Enthusiastic rock and roll music powered by high-voltage electricity
High voltage, high voltage
Referring to the electricity powering the music
High voltage rock 'n' roll
Enthusiastic rock and roll music powered by high-voltage electricity
Rock 'n' roll
A genre of music characterized by heavy beats, electric guitars, and powerful vocals
I said high, I said high
I exclaimed high twice
Waaaah
A vocal expression of excitement or enthusiasm
High voltage rock 'n' roll
Enthusiastic rock and roll music powered by high-voltage electricity
High voltage rock 'n' roll
Enthusiastic rock and roll music powered by high-voltage electricity
High voltage, high voltage
Referring to the electricity powering the music
High voltage rock 'n' roll
Enthusiastic rock and roll music powered by high-voltage electricity
Spotlight, put the lights out, happy hour
A celebratory and exciting atmosphere characterized by light shows and alcohol
High voltage rock 'n' roll
Enthusiastic rock and roll music powered by high-voltage electricity
High voltage rock 'n' roll
Enthusiastic rock and roll music powered by high-voltage electricity
Wine, women and song
A phrase used to describe the pleasures and joys of life
High voltage, high voltage
Referring to the electricity powering the music
High voltage rock 'n' roll
Enthusiastic rock and roll music powered by high-voltage electricity
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Ronald Belford Scott, Angus Young, Malcolm Young
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Well you ask me 'bout the clothes I wear
And you ask me why I grow my hair
And you ask me why I'm in a band
I dig doin' one night stands
And you want to see me do my thing
All you gotta do is plug me into high
I said high
High voltage rock 'n' roll
High voltage rock 'n' roll
High voltage, high voltage
High voltage rock 'n' roll
Well you ask me why I like to dance
And you ask me why I like to sing
And you ask me why I like to play
I got to get my kicks some way
And you ask me what I'm all about
Come and let me hear you shout high
I said high
High voltage rock 'n' roll
High voltage rock 'n' roll
High voltage, high voltage
High voltage rock 'n' roll
Rock 'n' roll
I said high, I said high
Waaaah
High voltage rock 'n' roll
High voltage rock 'n' roll
High voltage, high voltage
High voltage rock 'n' roll
Spotlight, put the lights out, happy hour
High voltage rock 'n' roll
High voltage rock 'n' roll
Wine, women and song
High voltage, high voltage
High voltage rock 'n' roll
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@gregoryplourde3584
+thumpz99 Chorus:
[A] [C] [D] [A]
High voltage rock and roll,
[A] [C] [D] [A]
High voltage rock and roll,
[C] [D] [C] [D]
High voltage, high voltage,
[C] [G] [D] [A]
High voltage rock and roll
@dolan_7647
This is the kind of song you play loud or you don't play at all
@Gary-vv5bg
acdc is that type of band XD
@camisetapatxuli
True
@dizbang3073
at 11
@rh8604
you play this loud, there is no other chanse, you HAVE TO play this
@Tman2217
Fuck 11, crank it til it blows out the speakers!
@silverknights4442
This song makes me feel like time is mine and mine alone
@daverobinson6110
I took a few minutes to think about it
@nobody617
You wife told me you was selfish....
@jaydebnath6786
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