Singer Iggy Pop and his wild onstage antics were often the focus of attention. The band had a shambling, energetic sound deliberately reminiscent of past garage rock groups. They sold very few records in their original incarnation and often performed to indifferent or hostile audiences. Nevertheless, the Stooges are often regarded as hugely influential both on then-nascent heavy metal movement and also on punk rock. As has been said about The Velvet Underground, the handful of people who did actually buy the Stooges' early records at the time ended up forming bands of their own and thus changed history. In fact, Velvet Underground member John Cale produced the original incarnation of their self-titled album. The 1969 album 'The Stooges' has received since its release critical acclaim from many reviewers over the years.
The Stooges drew their sound from a variety of influences. Examples include the often transgressive rock and roll artists The Doors, The MC5, The Rolling Stones, The Troggs, and The Who. As well, the band members enjoyed the work of jazz and soul artists such as Booker T and the MGs, James Brown, and Miles Davis (particularly 'Bitches Brew').
In 2003, Iggy, Scott, and Ron reformed The Stooges with Minutemen and fIREHOSE bassist Mike Watt filling in. The 2000s lineup played festivals around the world, and in 2006 recorded a new album with Steve Albini.
Founding member and guitarist Ron Asheton was found dead at his home in Ann Arbor, MI on January 6, 2009. Iggy Pop posted a message on his website stating "I am in shock. He was my best friend."
On June 22, 2016, Williamson made an official statement for the band saying that the Stooges are no more.
"The Stooges is over. Basically, everybody's dead except Iggy and I. So it would be sort-of ludicrous to try and tour as Iggy and the Stooges when there's only one Stooge in the band and then you have side guys. That doesn't make any sense to me."
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Cock in My Pocket
The Stooges Lyrics
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I got my cock in my pocket and I'm reelin' down the old highway, yeah
I'm gonna whip it on you, honey, gonna whip, truth or dare?
Gonna get up, turn around, try it anywhere
I got my cock in my pocket and I'm shovin' it through your pants
I got my cock in my pocket and I'm shovin' it through your pants
I just want to fuck and I don't want no romance
Oh, go!
A man's gotta move
Man's gotta move
A man's gotta move
Cock in my pocket and I'm reelin' down the old highway
Cock in my pocket and I'm reelin' down the old highway
A-whip it on my baby, gonna lasso today
A-whip it on my honey, gonna lay her down today
All right
Okay, here I come!
That's how I dance
Anytime!
The Stooges' song "Cock in My Pocket" is a raw, energetic, and sexually charged track that is typical of the band's style. The lyrics are straightforward and to the point, as Iggy Pop sings about his desire to have casual sex with a woman he meets on the highway. He makes it clear that he is not looking for romance, but only wants to "whip it on" and "fuck" her - a message reinforced by the repeated lines "I got my cock in my pocket and I'm reelin' down the old highway."
The song is a testament to the Stooges' reputation for being one of the most provocative and controversial bands of the 1970s. The lyrics are blunt and confrontational, and the music is intense and aggressive, with pounding drums and a screeching guitar solo. The band's energy and sense of rebellion are captured perfectly in the lyrics, which portray Iggy as a man who is unashamed of his sexuality and willing to take risks to satisfy his desires.
Overall, "Cock in My Pocket" is a prime example of the Stooges' uncompromising vision and their willingness to push boundaries in their music. It is a song that revels in its own raunchiness and delivers a powerful message about freedom, desire, and the thrill of the open road.
Line by Line Meaning
I got my cock in my pocket and I'm reelin' down the old highway
I am driving my car with my penis in my pocket
I'm gonna whip it on you, honey, gonna whip, truth or dare?
I am going to have sex with you, either with your consent or by force
Gonna get up, turn around, try it anywhere
I am going to try and have sex with you in any position or location
I got my cock in my pocket and I'm shovin' it through your pants
I am trying to have sex with you even though you have not consented
I just want to fuck and I don't want no romance
I am looking for purely physical pleasure and not interested in any emotional connection
A man's gotta move
As a man, I have an innate need to constantly be on the go
Cock in my pocket and I'm reelin' down the old highway
I am still driving with my penis in my pocket
A-whip it on my baby, gonna lasso today
I am going to forcefully have sex with my partner today
A-whip it on my honey, gonna lay her down today
I am going to have sex with my partner today
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JAMES OSTERBERG, JAMES WILLIAMSON
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