In 1973 the band recruited an 18 year old Michael Schenker from the band Scorpions. This marked a departure from their space rock sound to a more hard edged rock sound. They released a string of critically acclaimed rock albums in the 70s that gained them a following in America and made them stars in the UK. Around the time of the 1978 release of Obsession, tensions between Schenker and Mogg were mounting. UFO arguably reached their peak at this time. In 1978 they toured extensively and recorded material for the double live album Strangers in the Night which was released in 1979. This album is considered by many fans and critics to be one of the best live rock albums ever produced. Immediately after the Strangers in the Night tour Michael Schenker left the band.
After this period UFO's popularity began to decline as they continue to release material. In 1988 they disbanded due to lackluster sales, decline in popularity, and their inability to (or perhaps refusal to) capitalize on the popularity of the glam rock movement. But the hiatus was short lived.
In 1992 Mogg and Way put together another UFO lineup that met with some new interest from fans. In 1993 the original UFO got back together (with Schenker) and the result was 1995's Walk on Water, which some consider to be one of the best comeback rock albums ever.
Schenker re-joined and quit UFO many times in the early 2000s. Due to Schenker's instability as a band member (and erratic tour behavior) Mogg eventually gained full control of the UFO band brand and Schenker is now forever from the picture (most likely).
UFO has released 20 studio albums, and many live/compilation albums. Though the lineup has changed many times over the years the core members of the band were usually involved along the way: Phil Mogg (vocals), Pete Way (bass), Andy Parker (drums), and Paul Raymond (guitar).
UFO's influence was strongly felt in the '80s metal scene and they have been cited as a primary influence of Kirk Hammett of Metallica, Dave Mustaine of Megadeth, and Iron Maiden who gives thanks to UFO in the liner note of The Number of the Beast.
UFO's official website: http://www.ufo-music.info
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2) UFO is a Danish rapper/singer-songwriter and member of the Danish hip-hop group Ufo&Yepha.
3) UFO is the alias of UK Happy Hardcore artist Jason Holloway who is known for his production on such labels as Raverbaby and Jellybaby.
4) UFO is a Latvian singer/songwriter also known as Kaspars Upacieris. He also hosts a radio show BB Brokastis with Andris Freidenfelds.
5) UFO was one of the first Costa Rican punk band and one of the most important during the 90's-early 00's in the Costa Rican alternativa music scene.
6) UFO! A Bay Area native pioneered the San Francisco Drum and Bass scene and co-founded the Phunckateck collective. An innovative producer.
2002 saw UFO! releasing an original material CD on Thermal Recordings, called "The Future is Listening”. Releases include a mix CD on Vortex called “Maelstrom,” and a special edition mix CD for Circa footwear. UFO! has worked Hive, Echo, and Techno producer John Tejada.
UFO! remixed a track for Hollywood Records, rock band Tinfed, called “Drop”, and several singles including “Tech has Taken Over Me”, “Sideswipe” (produced with Kaos) and “Besame” (produced with Arqer and Realtime).
“Enemy Infiltration”, an anthem of 1999, blazed across the U.S. and abroad. The stunning string arrangement on the track had producers from the revered Trouble on Vinyl label from the U.K. sampling it for one of their own releases called “Mission Control”.
7) UFOUnited Future Organization otherwise known as UFO is a nu-jazz duo made up of Japanese-born Tadashi Yabe (直 矢部, Yabe Tadashi?) and Frenchman Raphael Sebbag (ラファエルセバーグ, Raphael Sebbag?). One of the three original founding members, Toshio Matsuura left the group in 2002 to work with Universal Japan on a remix album project
8) UFO is a Hungarian music band. The most successfully years were the 90s for them.
9) UFO is an Indonesian music band. They released the first album early 2000 named "Brutal Pop".They've entered an Indonesian ska compilation album
10. UFO is a Norwegian band mostly cover band
Borderline
UFO Lyrics
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This rig is streaking like a hellbound train
I smuggle whiskey, I smuggle gin
Where there's a need well I just truck on in
I'm a gambling man, son of a gun
I'll take the risks now baby I'll make the run
Want to get home now, back in the saddle
Ain't gonna drive this kinda grade A cattle
This rig is streaking like a hellbound train
Albuquerque now, New Mexico
This .???.. one night show, yeah
* (And I'm) one step closer to the devil
One step further from the law
Lord I guess I'm just on borrowed time
But I'm one step closer to the
One step closer to the borderline
Eighteen hours on this one long shift
Want to hear the sweet sound of my tailgate lift
Lord I'm dying out on this road
Want to see my baby, help me unload
* Repeat
Rolling stock now, shifting steel
Got a woman with a touch to heal
Diesel, dust and my wheels are humming
So close to home, can you feel me coming
* Repeat
To the borderline...
To the borderline
* Repeat
To the borderline...
To the borderline...
Wheels are rollin' down on home
The song "Borderline" by UFO is about a truck driver who is on a long and arduous journey to deliver his smuggled goods. The opening lines suggest that the driver is traversing through the vast plains of the United States, as daylight is rising across the landscape. The truck is moving at a fast pace, akin to a hellbound train, as the driver continues to smuggle whiskey and gin to his customers. Even though the driver knows the risks involved in his job, he is a gambling man who takes them in order to make the delivery. He yearns to get back home and be back in his saddle, instead of driving cattle across the country.
The song's chorus highlights the driver's precarious position in life - he is one step closer to the devil and one step further from the law. He knows that he is living on borrowed time, but he is still one step closer to the borderline, i.e., he is about to successfully complete his delivery. The rest of the song continues in a similar vein, with the driver recounting the hours he has spent on the job and his desire to see his loved ones again. The lyrics also make references to places like Albuquerque in New Mexico, indicating that the driver's journey is extensive.
Line by Line Meaning
Daylight's rising across the plains
The sunrise can be seen over the wide open fields
This rig is streaking like a hellbound train
The truck is moving fast like it's on a mission to hell
I smuggle whiskey, I smuggle gin
I transport liquor discreetly and illegally
Where there's a need well I just truck on in
If there's a demand, I meet it without hesitation
I'm a gambling man, son of a gun
I take risks, and am quite skilled at games of chance
I'll take the risks now baby I'll make the run
I'll take the chance to transport risky goods in my truck
Want to get home now, back in the saddle
I long to return home and be on a horse again
Ain't gonna drive this kinda grade A cattle
I'm not going to drive a herd of cows like this
Albuquerque now, New Mexico
We've arrived in Albuquerque, New Mexico
This .???.. one night show, yeah
This is a one-night show in Albuquerque
(And I'm) one step closer to the devil
I'm getting into deeper and deeper trouble
One step further from the law
Every action I take distances me from the law
Lord I guess I'm just on borrowed time
I feel like I'm running out of time in my life
But I'm one step closer to the
Every risky move I make brings me closer to
One step closer to the borderline
Crossing the line that separates freedom from captivity
Eighteen hours on this one long shift
I've been driving for 18 hours straight
Want to hear the sweet sound of my tailgate lift
I can't wait to finally unload my cargo
Lord I'm dying out on this road
I'm exhausted and need a break from all of the traveling
Want to see my baby, help me unload
I want to see my loved ones waiting to greet me after this long journey
Rolling stock now, shifting steel
The wheels keep turning as the truck changes gears
Got a woman with a touch to heal
I have a woman waiting who can comfort and heal me
Diesel, dust and my wheels are humming
My truck is making noise and kicking up dirt and dust
So close to home, can you feel me coming
I'm almost home, can you feel my excitement?
To the borderline...
I'm getting closer and closer to the edge of danger
To the borderline
I'm getting closer and closer to the edge of danger
Wheels are rollin' down on home
My truck is rolling down the road towards home
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: LAURENCE MARK WESTWOOD ARCHER, PETE WAY, PHIL MOGG
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@erniecody4636
Like David Lake, this one gets lost in the more well known UFO lp's. It's a strong effort. Phil's vocals were never better and Archer really shines. Classic UFO. This rocks.
@Diostillrocks
Great album. Probably the best non Schenker/Moore/Chapman album by UFO.
@briansauer6695
First heard this song on the Lights Out In Tokyo CD a buddy had in the late '90's/early 2000's. Heard this and Runnin' Up The Highway on it. Was a kid when Lights Out and Too Hot To Handle came out. Loved those tracks! When I heard, especially, Borderline, it went right up there for me beside Lights Out and Too Hot To Handle as my more favorites! Love the, what I think is, the slide guitar. Really adds to the vibe of the song! Thanks for publishing!
@jamiewarriorwarlordmccallu5712
kick ass track from ufo sounds so blues too. my favourite track on the high stakes and dangerous men album. phil mogg perfect vocals as always.
@childofthemosthighgod1995
This is one of the few songs that I love that does not include Michael Schenker. Love Phil Moggs voice, always have. Michael and Phil complemented each other like wine and cheese.
@gggggggggggggggg5262
becca latina The whole album has it's own vibe...Enjoy :D
@kurtwoodard3209
Fan: The other song on this album that rocks even more than this one is 'Aint Life Sweet'., https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2cC2AVLuBBE&list=PLM0QWHFvEjTa8iknKz2KQBKx0rWGJQjca&index=4&fbclid=IwAR1LOjC2ee0RRDJ5ydhV-rs0exIWFTfnSP1CNhDtyHFNo5n34d30OKb6mVk
@robertflippin9112
wine and cheese haha couldnt have said it better
@elkepluntke3024
fantastic song
@shoot_the_glass5654
A friend of my mum gave me the album to this song years ago, don't have it anymore but according to Amazon it's worth alot of money.