Meltdown
AC/DC Backing Force Lyrics
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The right time of day
I look at her libido
Hey hey hey
Gotta get up and climb her
And run around the hay to roll her on the hey
Makin' her sweat, temperature rise
All through the day
Man it's gettin' hot hot hot
I said man it's gettin' hot hot hot
It's getting hotter
And hotter
Man it's getting hot hot
Getting hot around here
It's a meltdown
It's a meltdown
I can feel it in my bones
I been rackin' my brains out
All night long
Stokin' up the fire
Take it right up to the wire
Burnin on and on
Burnin' on
Man it's gettin hot, hot, hot
I said man it's getting hot, hot, hot
It's getting hotter
And hotter
Man it's getting hot, hot
Getting hot around here
Yeah
It's a meltdown
It's a meltdown
It's a meltdown
It's a meltdown
(my brains)
Man it's gettin' hot, hot, hot
I said man it's getting hot, hot, hot
It's getting hotter
Getting hotter
And hotter
And hotter
It's a meltdown
It's a meltdown
It's a meltdown
It's a meltdown
It's a meltdown
Gonna burn
It's a meltdown
I said burn down
It's a meltdown
Meltdown
Meltdown
It's a meltdown
It's a meltdown
"Meltdown" is a classic AC/DC song that embodies the themes of sexual desire and the thrill of living in the moment. The lyrics describe the singer's eagerness to satisfy his lover's sexual needs, as well as his own desire for pleasure. He wants to "climb her" and "roll her on the hay", which creates a vivid image of a passionate sexual encounter. The chorus repeatedly emphasizes the escalating heat of the situation, with increasing urgency and excitement.
The lyrics also suggest a reckless abandon and willingness to take risks. The singer has been "rackin' [his] brains out all night long", indicating that he has been pushing himself to the limit. He wants to "stoke up the fire" and "take it right up to the wire", suggesting a willingness to embrace danger and adventure. This sense of excitement and danger is reflected in the urgency of the music, with its driving beat, high-energy guitar riffs, and screaming vocals.
Overall, "Meltdown" is a quintessential rock and roll song that captures the essence of the genre. It celebrates the power of desire, the allure of danger, and the raw intensity of living in the moment. The music and lyrics work together to create a thrilling sense of excitement and passion, drawing listeners into the world of the song and inviting them to join in the fun.
Line by Line Meaning
I look at my watch to find out
I glance at my wristwatch in order to determine the time of day
The right time of day
The most appropriate moment in time
I look at her libido
I direct my attention towards her sexual prowess
Hey hey hey
An exclamatory interjection that may indicate enthusiasm, excitement or surprise.
Gotta get up and climb her
I need to stand up and engage in sexual activity with her
And run around the hay to roll her on the hey
I must move quickly in order to engage in sexual activity with her on the hay
Makin' her sweat, temperature rise
I cause her to perspire and elevate her body temperature
All through the day
Continuing throughout the course of the daylight hours
Man it's gettin' hot hot hot
An interjection expressing a feeling of intense heat present
It's getting hotter
The temperature is gradually increasing
And hotter
The temperature continues to increase to a higher degree
Man it's getting hot hot
The temperature has reached a high point, causing discomfort
Getting hot around here
The environment is hot and uncomfortable
It's a meltdown
The situation is becoming uncontrollable and dangerous
I can feel it in my bones
I am aware at a deep level that the situation has become critical
I been rackin' my brains out
I have been thinking strenuously and in a concentrated manner
All night long
The entire duration of the previous night
Stokin' up the fire
Intensifying the situation, mentally and/or physically
Take it right up to the wire
Pushing the situation to the brink of disaster
Burnin on and on
The situation is escalating, with no sign of resolution
Man it's gettin hot, hot, hot
The situation is now dangerously hot
Getting hot around here
The environment is hot and uncomfortable
Yeah
An interjection expressing agreement or affirmation
It's a meltdown
The situation is now uncontrollable and highly dangerous
I said burn down
An interjection exclaiming that the situation is going to become very adverse and destructive
It's a meltdown
The situation is uncontrollable and highly dangerous
Meltdown
A complete and utter collapse of the situation, leading to destruction and disaster
It's a meltdown
The situation is uncontrollable, escalating and leading to destruction and disaster
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ANGUS MCKINNON YOUNG, MALCOLM MITCHELL YOUNG
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@alanstrom2221
I saw AC/DC on 09/06/1974 at The Sydney Opera House as the support act for Stevie Wright.
Stevie Wright was massive in 1974 with Evie, Parts 1,2,3 the Eleven-and-a-half-minute song which spent a couple of months at #1 on the Charts and the Hard Road album, which also dominated the Charts.
Dave Evans was still Lead Singer of AC/DC until late 1974, so I saw a piece of Australian Rock history.
The boys didn't like Dave Evans very much at all, so they sent him and his tight lycra pants back to Sydney Band, Rabbit.
Imagine a 'cheap' version of David Lee Roth, that was Dave Evans.
I had just turned 13 and was amazed to see the Guitarist wearing a school uniform and a backpack.
At this time, they had just released " Can I Sit Next to You Girl " which Bon re-recorded when he joined a few months after this historic concert.
Then they had a minor Hit song with their cover of " Baby Please Don't Go" which showcased Angus' prowess as a Lead Guitarist.
AC/DC made a coup of a move by securing the greatest Rock Frontman, in history, Ronald Belford "Bon" Scott.
Bon was cheeky, charming and wild.
I cried uncontrollably when he died.
Bon had already played in The Valentines, and he even played Drums once on Young Talent time.
Bon Scott was also the undisputed leader of Fraternity, the art rock band — and played recorder — with them before joining AC/DC in 1974.
Bon was replaced in Fraternity by an up-and-coming 17 yr. old Wildman by the name of Jimmy Barnes.
In my heart nobody can replace the mighty Bon Scott!!!
@Mickelraven
This is one of the most underrated AC/DC songs ever! Deserves to be played live again!
@aldohernandez5123
At the Donington concert it's a bestiality ... In a good way, of course
@supermario9153
Couldn't agree more. It's my second favorite AC/DC track after Thunderstruck.
@thomasfarmer1730
Blow Up Your Video is awesome drinking music.
@thomasfarmer1730
The Razors Edge album is a bit overrated....Blow Up Your Video was a bettter album.
@brucecallan5024
What makes this song so awesome...is that it sounds like it could be a Bon song.
@martinkevill8853
My favourite AC/DC song. Always puts me in a good mood😊👍
@stephanearthaud8308
It is very good Indeed. And I didn't love it at first sight. I had to see a magistral live ! But you're totally right: it will last nearly as long as radiations ! Glad to hear you vote for that Art !
@garycarr3857
@Stéphane ARTHAUD AC/DC
@priscillaalley5842
Me to😊