In early 1985, the group appeared on Saturday Night Live, where they performed both of their rockin' singles. The band decided to capitalize on their success with a summer tour of the United States. However, Robert Palmer used this success to record a solo album, 'Riptide', which featured its own hit singles and incorporated a similar dance-ready rock style. As a result, Palmer left The Power Station and did not tour with the band. Later on, this split, with some members of Palmer's ex-group saying that Palmer took their "sound", led to public expressions of personal animosity.
Taking in Michael Des Barres, an actor and vocalist formely with Silverhead and Detective, the Power Station underwent highly popular tours. On July 13, 1985, the group performed at Live Aid, with Michael Des Barres' singing receiving praise. Later that year, the band appeared on an episode of Miami Vice, which was entitled "Whatever Works".
In 1996, the original band reformed to write and record "Living In Fear". This time, it was bass player John Taylor who left the group before "Living In Fear" was released. He was replaced by producer Bernard Edwards, former bass player with Chic. The band was preparing to tour when Edwards died suddenly of pneumonia. The band toured briefly with replacement bassists before splitting up again 1996
On September 26, 2003, Robert Palmer died of a massive heart attack. Less than two months later, drummer Tony Thompson died of renal cell carcinoma (kidney cancer). Of the original group, only John Taylor and Andy Taylor survive.
The Power Station's music is still performed occasionally by Duran Duran. The band played "Some Like It Hot" on their 1987 "Strange Behaviour Tour" as well as while on tour in 2006. They also performed "Bang A Gong" during their 1989 tour. The Power Station's music also receives considerable airplay on many classic rock oriented stations.
The Heat Is On
The Power Station Lyrics
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The heat is on
Some feel the heat
And decide that they can't go on
Some like it hot
But you can't tell how hot 'til you try
Some like it hot
So let's turn up the heat 'til we fry
Feel the heat
Feel the heat
Burning you up, ready or not
Go ahead and do it
...feel the heat...
...feel the heat...
Some like it hot
The heat is on
Some feel the heat
And can't go on
Some like it hot
But you can't tell how hot 'til you try
Some like it hot
'Til we fry
Some like it hot
Some like it hot
Some like it hot
Some like it hot
Some like it hot
Some like it hot
Some like it hot
Some like it hot
"The Heat Is On" by The Power Station is a song about passion and the desire for intensity in life. The opening lyrics, "Some like it hot, the heat is on," are a reference to the idea that some people prefer to live their lives at a high level of intensity, while others are more comfortable with a lower level of energy. These lines suggest that the song is about people who enjoy living life at its fullest and are willing to take risks to achieve their goals, even if it means facing challenges and difficulties along the way.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the idea that the heat is a powerful force that can push people to their limits. When the lyrics say, "Some feel the heat and decide that they can't go on," they are suggesting that some people might be overwhelmed by intense emotions or situations and might feel like giving up. However, the lyrics also acknowledge that some people thrive on intensity, and that they are willing to push themselves to their limits in order to achieve their goals.
The overall message of "The Heat Is On" seems to be that living life with passion and intensity is a good thing, even if it can feel overwhelming at times. The song is a celebration of those who embrace the heat of life and are willing to take risks and push themselves to their limits in order to achieve greatness.
Line by Line Meaning
Some like it hot
There are some people who prefer things to be hot or intense.
The heat is on
There is a sense of tension or pressure in the environment.
Some feel the heat
Some people are aware of the tension or feel the pressure in the environment.
And decide that they can't go on
Some people are not equipped to handle the pressure and choose to quit or give up.
But you can't tell how hot 'til you try
You cannot judge the intensity or pressure of a situation until you actually experience it.
So let's turn up the heat 'til we fry
Let's increase the intensity or pressure of the situation to see how far we can push ourselves.
Feel the heat
Experience the intensity or pressure of the environment.
Burning you up, ready or not
The pressure or intensity can be overwhelming and detrimental to one's well-being.
Go ahead and do it
Encouragement to take on the challenge or face the pressure.
...feel the heat...
The intensity or pressure is a recurring theme or sensation.
Some like it hot
Reiteration of the fact that some people enjoy or thrive in intense situations.
'Til we fry
Continuation of the theme of pushing oneself to the limit, even if it means experiencing negative consequences.
Some like it hot
Reiteration of the fact that some people enjoy or thrive in intense situations.
Some like it hot
Reiteration of the fact that some people enjoy or thrive in intense situations.
Some like it hot
Reiteration of the fact that some people enjoy or thrive in intense situations.
Some like it hot
Reiteration of the fact that some people enjoy or thrive in intense situations.
Some like it hot
Reiteration of the fact that some people enjoy or thrive in intense situations.
Contributed by Sophia I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.