Thorogood cut his debut album titled Better Than the Rest in 1974, and released it that same year. In the autumn of 1976 he recorded his second album, the eponymous George Thorogood with his band, The Destroyers (sometimes also known as The Delaware Destroyers) and issued the album in 1977. Thorogood released his next album entitled Move It On Over in the autumn of 1978 with The Destroyers, which included the hit "Move It On Over" in 1978. "Please Set A Date" and "Who Do You Love" both followed in 1979.
During the 1980s, and 1990s, Thorogood recorded some of his most well known works, Bad To The Bone (used to great effect during the bar scene in Terminator 2: Judgment Day), "I Drink Alone" (from his Maverick album), "You Talk Too Much", and "If You Don't Start Drinking, I'm Gonna Leave".
Thorogood is best known for his animated stage presence and loud, raucous electric guitar playing. He is also known as "Lonesome George".
I'm Wanted
George Thorogood Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
Wanted
I'm wanted all over the world
Wanted
Wanted
Wanted all over the world
Yeah, I'm wanted by the women,
By the men, by the boys and girls
Well, I'm wanted by the men want to learn my line
I'm wanted by the women cause I love so fine
Wanted by the boys wanna learn my style
I'm wanted by the girls cause it drives'em wild
Wanted
Wanted
Wanted all over the world
Wanted
Wanted
Wanted all over the world
Yeah, I'm wanted by the women, by the men,
By the boys and girls
I'm wanted
Wanted
Wanted all over the world
Wanted
Wanted
Wanted all over the world
Yeah, I'm wanted by the women, by the men,
By the boys and girls
Well, I'm wanted by the men for the damage I've done
Wanted by the women cause I'm so much fun
I'm wanted by the boys want me be their teacher
I'm wanted by the girls thinkin' of their future
I'm wanted
Wanted
Wanted all over the world
Wanted
Wanted
Wanted all over the world
Yeah, I'm wanted by the women, by the men,
By the boys and girls
A million dollar reward
Alive
No good otherwise
The song "I'm Wanted" by George Thorogood & The Destroyers is an upbeat rock and roll track that highlights the idea that the singer is wanted all over the world. The repetition of the word "wanted" emphasizes the theme of the song and creates a catchy rhythm that is easy to sing along to. The lyrics suggest that the singer is wanted not only by women but also by men, boys, and girls, signifying that the singer is appealing to people of all ages and genders.
The verses express that the singer is wanted for different reasons. The men want to learn his line or style, while the women find him attractive and enjoyable. Moreover, the boys want to learn his style, and the girls are inspired by his music. The lyrics express how the singer is wanted all over the world, which could signify his success and fame in the music industry.
The song starts and ends with the line, "I'm wanted all over the world," emphasizing the theme of the song further. The chorus is simple and easy to understand, making it a popular song for singalongs at concerts. The song is considered a classic rock hit and continues to be loved by fans of the genre.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm wanted
I'm being pursued
Wanted
Being sought after
I'm wanted all over the world
I'm needed all around the globe
Yeah, I'm wanted by the women, by the men, by the boys and girls
I'm desired by all genders and ages
Well, I'm wanted by the men want to learn my line
Men want to know my secrets
I'm wanted by the women cause I love so fine
Women want me because of my lovemaking skills
Wanted by the boys wanna learn my style
Boys want to learn my style
I'm wanted by the girls cause it drives'em wild
Girls want me because I excite them
Wanted all over the world
Sought after globally
Well, I'm wanted by the men for the damage I've done
Men want me for the notorious things I've done
Wanted by the women cause I'm so much fun
Women want me because I'm entertaining
I'm wanted by the boys want me be their teacher
Boys want me to teach them
I'm wanted by the girls thinkin' of their future
Girls want me because they believe I'll be beneficial for their future
A million dollar reward
A large sum of money for capturing me
Alive
Not dead
No good otherwise
Dead or unresponsive has no value
Lyrics © BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: WYLIE DIXON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@MickeyMouse-xy6op
This is a really good jam! He just lets loose and rips the solos.
@markmarkofkane8167
Been a fan since 1978!!!! Although they didn't like Nadine being released, I really enjoy it. Every song is enjoyable. I saw the band in 1991 at the Illinois State Fair. Springfield.
@tomrucco6490
All of George's Music excellent just excellent
@jamesjohnson-yu5fq
I love good music.
@WarriorMigs24
Awesome
@alicesmith1469
0:45 dude in sunglasses is too cool to swing
@regbowes741
Tennessee whiskey
@chollysquid764
Poor cat...he just doesn’t git it...lol..We had fun..all that counts.
@marthacroy7403
Say what one good looking Singer ever was
@felixthelmocevallosmorales7218
George Thorogood (Wilmington, Delaware, 24 de febrero de 1950) es un guitarrista, vocalista y compositor de Blues Rock estadounidense. Es el líder del grupo George Thorogood & The Destroyers y es el autor de los temas Bad to the Bone y I Drink Alone.