He got his start around 1965 when, as a teenager living in Chicago inspired by contemporary rock n roll, he formed the first version of The Amboy Dukes. The name harks back to a somewhat infamous exploitation novel of the time. When Nugent went back to his Michigan roots in 1967, he assembled what would be the classic line-up of the Dukes, and they built a reputation as a raucous group. Their 1968 album Journey to the Center of the Mind, the title track blasting into the top 20, brought the band national stardom, but they would become bogged down in inter-group conflicts that left the Nuge the sole constant member.
Going solo, Nugent achieve fame as a solo artist for an arena-ready mix of hard rock with blues and psychedelic influences, particularly getting a reputation for wild stage performances by antics such as playing dressed as Tarzan (with just a loincloth on). In the 80s, the Nuge even tried his hand at acting in a haunting episode of the TV drama Miami Vice. It received both a strong critical and fan response.
In 1989, he joined Tommy Shaw of Styx, Jack Blades of Night Ranger, and drummer legend Michael Cartellone to form the hard rock supergroup Damn Yankees, which produced the 90s chart toppers "Come Again", a Billboard's #1, and "High Enough", an emotional power ballad (backed by a string section no less). The latter track led to the creation of a popular music video, the song reaching #3 on the U.S. Hot 100 and #2 on the AOR charts. After the band's folding, the Nuge continued his solo career and even managed yet another stint in a rock supergroup, this one being the TV series produced Damnocracy
Outside of music, Nugent has gained fame and notoriety, leading to widespread controversy, for his support of hunting and for various conservative political causes. His comments vehemently blasting various public figures from Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton have brought his name frequently to the headlines. He's also an important member of the NRA (National Rifle Association). He's written four books and numerous articles while also appearing many times in the news media, with his autobiography appropriately titled 'God, Guns, & Rock n' Roll.'
Besides a regular reality type show on cable showcasing Ted's outdoorsman skills, his most recent foray in music was the aformentioned reality television show, titled 'Supergroup', which resulted in the creation of band called Damnocracy. The band's other members were Sebastian Bach (formerly of Skid Row), Scott Ian (Anthrax) Jason Bonham ("Bonham", son of Zeppelin's John Bonham) and Evan Seinfeld (Biohazard). Though coming to an end quickly, it generated a large fan response.
Throughout his career, Nugent has climbed up the Billboard charts with multiple singles and albums. His latest album was titled 'Ultralive Ballisticrock', and he released it in 2013 through Frontiers Records. He continues to tour as of 2014, and plans for yet another album is in the works.
American rocker Ted Nugent has unveiled a lyric video for his new single “Come And Take It” from his upcoming studio album Detroit Muscle, which will be released via Pavement Music on April 29, 2022.
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Jailbait
Ted Nugent Lyrics
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So keep your keys out of your ignition
I steal a car like I got the curse
I can't resist the old lady's purse
Jailbait, you look so good to me
Jailbait, won't you set me free
Jailbait, you look fine, fine, fine
Well, I don't care if you're just thirteen
You look too good to be true
I just know that you're probably clean
There's one little think I got do to you
Jailbait, you look so good to me
Jailbait, won't you set me free
Jailbait, you look fine, fine, fine
And I know I've got to have you in a matter of time
Sad but true
So tell your mama that I'm back in town
She likes us boys when it's time to get down
She's got this craving for the underage
I just might be your mamas' brand new rage
Jailbait, you look so good to me
Jailbait, won't you set me free
Jailbait, you look fine, fine, fine
And I know I've gots to have you in a matter of time, now babe
Honey, you, you, you look so nice
She's young, she's tender
Won't you please surrender
She so fine, she's mine
All the time, I woke my mind
It's all right baby, it's quite all right I asked your mama
Wait a minute officer, wait a minute officer
Don't put those handcuffs on me, what about her?
Hey, I'll share her with you
The lyrics of Ted Nugent's song Jailbait tell a disturbing story of a man who has no inhibitions and is willing to break the law to get what he wants. In the first stanza, he boasts about his ability to steal cars and rob old ladies of their purses. In the chorus, he directs his attention to a young girl, whom he refers to as Jailbait. He describes her as looking "too good to be true" and expresses his desire to have her. He acknowledges that she is most likely underage, but he doesn't care. He believes she is clean and knows that he must have her eventually.
In the second verse, the man asks the girl to surrender to him, calling her young and tender. He further reveals that her mother likes young boys and that he might be her new obsession. The chorus repeats, emphasizing the man's desire for this young girl. The song ends with the man trying to convince the officer not to arrest him but instead suggests sharing the girl with him.
This song has garnered controversy due to its explicit content and the message it sends about the sexualization of young girls. The lyrics promote sexual predation and have been criticized for being inappropriate and dangerous. Despite this, the song remains popular among Nugent's fans and is considered one of his classic tracks.
Line by Line Meaning
I've got no inhibitions
I have no limitations or moral constraints
So keep your keys out of your ignition
Do not give me the opportunity to steal your vehicle
I steal a car like I got the curse
I compulsively and recklessly steal cars
I can't resist the old lady's purse
I cannot help but steal from elderly ladies
Jailbait, you look so good to me
I find you very attractive even though you are underage
Jailbait, won't you set me free
I desire to be with you despite the societal norms against it
Jailbait, you look fine, fine, fine
I find you extremely attractive and cannot resist you
And I know I've got to have you in a matter of time
I am aware that I need to act on my desires soon
Well, I don't care if you're just thirteen
I am aware of your age but do not care
You look too good to be true
You are so attractive that it almost seems unreal
I just know that you're probably clean
I assume that you do not have any sexually transmitted infections
There's one little think I got do to you
I have something specific in mind for our encounter
Sad but true
The reality of the situation is unfortunate but accurate
So tell your mama that I'm back in town
Inform your mother that I have returned to the area
She likes us boys when it's time to get down
Your mother is attracted to and sexually active with younger men
She's got this craving for the underage
Your mother is sexually attracted to people who are not of legal age
I just might be your mamas' brand new rage
It is possible that I could become your mother's new lover
Honey, you, you, you look so nice
I find you extremely attractive
She's young, she's tender
You are youthful and innocent
Won't you please surrender
I am asking you to engage in sexual activity with me
She so fine, she's mine
I feel possessive of you, despite your age
All the time, I woke my mind
I am constantly thinking about you and our potential encounter
It's all right baby, it's quite all right I asked your mama
It is okay because I have asked your mother for permission to be with you
Wait a minute officer, wait a minute officer
I am trying to reason with the police officer
Don't put those handcuffs on me, what about her?
I am attempting to deflect blame onto the underage individual
Hey, I'll share her with you
I am proposing a sexual arrangement between myself and the officer
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Theodore A. Nugent
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Mark Wayne Cunningham
Ted's most controversial song.
Steve Hope
Dont put those handcuffs on me, put em on here & Ill share her with ya! Haha fucking brilliant
Domenic Sinatra
great song!
hermanolobo67
Probably the first picture of stage diving!
Zz Thor
I dig this song the most
Michael Stanton
Ted is the fucking man; I would love to go hunting with that dude!