Motörhead was an English rock band formed in London in 1975 by Lemmy (lead … Read Full Bio ↴Motörhead was an English rock band formed in London in 1975 by Lemmy (lead vocals, bass), Larry Wallis (guitar) and Lucas Fox (drums). Lemmy was also the primary songwriter and only constant member. The band are often considered a precursor to the new wave of British heavy metal, which re-energised heavy metal in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Though several guitarists and drummers have played in Motörhead, most of their best-selling albums and singles feature drummer Phil "Philthy Animal" Taylor and guitarist "Fast" Eddie Clarke.

Motörhead released 23 studio albums, 10 live recordings, 12 compilation albums and five EPs over a career spanning 40 years. Usually a power trio, they had particular success in the early 1980s with several successful singles in the UK Top 40 chart. The albums Overkill, Bomber, Ace of Spades and, particularly, the live album No Sleep 'til Hammersmith cemented Motörhead's reputation as a top-tier rock band. The band are ranked number 26 on VH1's 100 Greatest Artists of Hard Rock. As of 2016, they have sold more than 15 million albums worldwide.

Most often classified as heavy metal, Motörhead has been credited with being part of and influencing numerous musical scenes, thrash metal and speed metal especially. Lemmy, however, always insisted that they were a rock and roll band. He said that they had more in common with punk bands, but with their own unique sound, Motörhead is embraced in both punk and metal scenes. Their lyrics typically covered such topics as war, good versus evil, abuse of power, promiscuous sex, substance abuse and, most famously, gambling, the latter theme being the focus of their hit song "Ace of Spades".

Lemmy died on 28 December 2015 from cardiac arrhythmia and congestive heart failure, after being diagnosed with prostate cancer. The day after his death, drummer Mikkey Dee and guitarist Phil Campbell both confirmed that Motörhead had disbanded. By 2018, all three members of Motörhead's best-known line-up (Lemmy, Taylor and Clarke) had died.

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Discography
Motörhead (1977)
Overkill (1979)
Bomber (1979)
On Parole (1979)
Ace of Spades (1980)
Iron Fist (1982)
Another Perfect Day (1983)
Orgasmatron (1986)
Rock 'n' Roll (1987)
1916 (1991)
March ör Die (1992)
Bastards (1993)
Sacrifice (1995)
Overnight Sensation (1996)
Snake Bite Love (1998)
We Are Motörhead (2000)
Hammered (2002)
Inferno (2004)
Kiss of Death (2006)
Motörizer (2008)
The Wörld Is Yours (2010)
Aftershock (2013)
Bad Magic (2015)

Capricorn
Motörhead Lyrics

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A thousand nights, I've spent alone
Solitaire, to the bone
But I don't mind, I'm my own best friend
From the beginning, to the end
My life, my heart, black night, my star
Capricorn
Capricorn

December's child, the only one
What I do, is what I've done
I realize, I get so cold
When I was young I was already old
My life, my heart, black night, my star
Capricorn
Capricorn
Capricorn
Capricorn
Go!

I always knew, the only way
Is never live, beyond today
They proved me right
They proved me wrong
But they could never last this long
My life, my heart, black night, my star
Capricorn
Capricorn
Capricorn
Capricorn

Capricorn
Capricorn

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "Capricorn" by Motörhead are about a person who has spent many lonely nights and realizes that they are their own best friend. They are a Capricorn, born in December, and describe themselves as the only one with a life and heart that belong to the black night and their star. The lyrics suggest that the person feels a sense of detachment from society, as they do what they've always done and don't wish to live beyond today. They acknowledge that others have both proven them right and wrong, but no one has lasted as long as they have.

The lyrics are illustrative of the Capricorn zodiac sign in astrology. Capricorns are often seen as reserved, hardworking, and independent, which seems to fit with the lyrics about spending countless nights alone and being able to rely on oneself. The lyrics about being born in December and feeling a sense of detachment from society also suggest the Capricorn's tendency to be introverted and practical.

The second half of the lyrics also suggest that the Capricorn has a strong sense of identity and purpose. They seem to be aware that they are not like everyone else and that they have a unique path to follow. The repetition of the word "Capricorn" reinforces this idea, with the person almost embracing their sign as a badge of honor. Overall, the lyrics to "Capricorn" provide a glimpse into the inner thoughts and feelings of a person born under this zodiac sign.

Line by Line Meaning

A thousand nights, I've spent alone
I have spent countless nights by myself without any company.

Solitaire, to the bone
I have been extremely lonely to the extent that I have become accustomed to it.

But I don't mind, I'm my own best friend
I do not mind being alone, as I have become my own companion and confidant.

From the beginning, to the end
I have been alone my entire life and accepted that this will continue until I die.

My life, my heart, black night, my star
My life and emotions are characterized by loneliness and despair, and yet they are also the things that motivate me and define me.

Capricorn
I am a Capricorn and I embrace the traits of this astrological sign which include being a loner, having a strong sense of self, and being realistic.

December's child, the only one
As a December-born Capricorn, I am unique in my outlook and approach to life.

What I do, is what I've done
I have a consistent worldview and actions that I adhere to throughout my life.

I realize, I get so cold
I have become emotionally cold and distant over time, due to my isolation and self-reliance.

When I was young I was already old
I have always felt older than my peers due to my independent, mature nature.

Go!
I am ready to face the world and embrace my solitary, realistic existence.

I always knew, the only way
I have always known that the only path for me is to be independent and embrace my loneliness.

Is never live, beyond today
I do not think about the future or long-term goals, instead focusing only on the present moment.

They proved me right
People who doubted my lifestyle and worldview have been proven wrong by my ability to continue living independently and happily.

They proved me wrong
Despite others' doubts, I have succeeded in living on my terms and being true to myself, which they did not expect.

But they could never last this long
Others who have tried to live a similar lifestyle have not been able to last as I have, due to my strength and resilience as a Capricorn.

My life, my heart, black night, my star
My life and emotions are characterized by loneliness and despair, and yet they are also the things that motivate me and define me.

Capricorn
I am a Capricorn and I embrace the traits of this astrological sign which include being a loner, having a strong sense of self, and being realistic.

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: EDWARD ALAN CLARKE, IAN KILMISTER, PHILIP JOHN TAYLOR

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