Formed in Montgomery, Alabama by Derek Welsh (vocals and guitar), Michael Powers (guitar), Richard Hatcher (bass) and Chris Welsh (drums). Renowned producer Tom Werman was so impressed with their demo that he personally asked to work with the band. Billy Idol and Vince Neil guitarist Steve Stevens also helped produce and lent his hand to some guitar work on the debut album, but unfortunately the album sank and the band disappeared without a trace.
A second album was rumored to be recorded with producer Tony Platt, but if it exists it has yet to be released. Derek Welsh fronted a band called Rat Race in the mid 90's, and wrote poetry books. The group reformed in 2003 to tour and release their first new material in over ten years.
Woman in Love
McQueen Street Lyrics
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I'm gonna push you to the limit
I'm gonna turn you around
Take a little ride on my soul train
I'm gonna get a little lass
Hardly know your name
Pump it to the left
Pretty little baby gonna rock all night
She's just a woman in love
And I'm a rock and roll star
She's just a woman in love
And baby who do you think you are?
Might get hurt, I've seen a thousand girls
And if you spend the night with me babe
You've been around the world
So don't you try and waste my time
You'll be out my door
Cause Benny and the Jets
Are gonna get them some more
Pump it to the left
Dig it to the right
Pretty little baby gonna rock you tonight
She's just a woman in love
And I'm a rock and roll star
She's just a woman in love
And baby who do you think you are?
The lyrics of McQueen Street's song Woman In Love can be seen as a classic example of a rockstar seducing a woman with his charm and prowess. The opening lines "Feels so good, so high I can't come down" indicate that the singer is on top of the world, feeling invincible and confident in his ability to attract women. He declares that he will push the woman to the limit and turn her around, indicating that he wants to take control of the situation and be the one in charge.
The bridge of the song features the lines "Pump it to the left, dig it to the right, pretty little baby gonna rock all night", which are essentially instructions for the woman to follow the singer's lead and enjoy the ride. The chorus features the refrain "She's just a woman in love, and I'm a rock and roll star", which emphasizes the power dynamic between the two characters. The singer sees himself as a larger-than-life figure, while the woman is relegated to the role of someone who is simply in love with him.
The second verse of the song features a warning that the woman might get hurt if she spends the night with the singer, but instead of dissuading her, the singer uses his experience and worldliness to further manipulate her. He warns her not to waste his time, but also promises that if she goes along with him, they will have a wild and unforgettable night. Overall, the lyrics of Woman In Love are a classic example of the rockstar archetype that has been popularized in countless songs and stories over the years.
Line by Line Meaning
Feels so good, so high I can't come down
Being with you is such a high that I never want to come down from.
I'm gonna push you to the limit
I'm going to test your boundaries and see how far you'll go for me.
I'm gonna turn you around
I'm going to shake up your world and show you a new side of life.
Take a little ride on my soul train
Come join me on a journey of self-discovery and find out what makes me tick.
I'm gonna get a little lass
I'm going to have some fun with a girl I barely know.
Hardly know your name
I don't really care about you as a person, I just want to have a good time.
Pump it to the left
Let's get this party started and dance to the left.
Dig it to the right
Let's groove and dance to the right.
Pretty little baby gonna rock all night
I'm going to have a wild time with my gorgeous date tonight.
She's just a woman in love
She's infatuated with me and I'm taking advantage of that.
And I'm a rock and roll star
I'm famous and successful, and she's attracted to that persona.
And baby who do you think you are?
I'm better than you because I'm rich and famous.
Might get hurt, I've seen a thousand girls
I know how to manipulate women and I can see through your fake exterior.
And if you spend the night with me babe
If you give yourself to me, you'll become just another woman in my little black book.
You've been around the world
You're not special, I've been with women from all over the globe.
So don't you try and waste my time
Don't try to get too close or attached, because I'll dump you when I'm done having fun.
You'll be out my door
I have no time for those who can't handle my lifestyle.
Cause Benny and the Jets
Listen to my music and see that I'm successful and amazing.
Are gonna get them some more
I'm going to continue being a rockstar and attracting women like you.
Pretty little baby gonna rock you tonight
I'm going to seduce you and make you fall head over heels for me.
Contributed by Hudson K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Jim Jim
WTF... i expected few million views AT LEAST... this is much better than motley crue and poison ... RIP Chris
Ron T. - Der Mondmann
Let's rock Baby! Let there be summer and rock the streets
HardRocker
Couldn't agree with you more. =)
Antonio Di Lucia
pump it to the left, dig it to the right
mkeane442
these guys rock period.they should of been huge but stupid fucking grunge rock fucked it all up.