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
Built For Comfort
UFO Lyrics
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Some folks built like that
Way you move you ain't talkin' back
I'm built for comfort, ain't built for speed
Got everything all you good girls need
Don't need no diamond, don't need no gold
Got a lot of love and got a whole lot of soul
But I got everything all you good girls need
I don't need no diamond, don't need no gold
Got a lot of love and got a whole lot of soul
I'm built for comfort, I ain't built for speed
But I got everything all you good girls need
The song "Built for Comfort" by UFO is a classic blues tune with lyrics that emphasize the singer's physical appearance and confidence in his abilities to satisfy women. The opening lines, "Some folks built like this, some folks built like that, way you move you ain't talkin' back" suggest that the singer is keenly aware of physical differences among people and is able to assess quickly whether someone is a good match for him, both in terms of personality and physical ability. He then declares himself to be "built for comfort, ain't built for speed," suggesting that he may not be the most athletic or fast-moving person, but is instead focused on physical pleasure and satisfaction.
This idea is reinforced throughout the song, with lines like "Got everything all you good girls need" and "Don't need no diamond, don't need no gold, got a lot of love and got a whole lot of soul," which suggest that the singer is not interested in material possessions, but only in being able to provide for the women he encounters. The repetition and emphasis of these lines throughout the song make it clear that this is the central theme and message of the song - that the singer is confident in his own abilities and has everything he needs to please the women he encounters.
Overall, "Built for Comfort" is a classic blues song that explores themes of physical appearance, confidence, and sexual satisfaction. The lyrics are simple and repetitive, but also catchy and memorable, making it a beloved classic of the genre.
Line by Line Meaning
Some folks built like this
Some people have a certain physique
Some folks built like that
Others have a different physique
Way you move you ain't talkin' back
Your body language speaks louder than words
I'm built for comfort, ain't built for speed
My physical appearance suggests that I prefer to take things easy rather than be in a hurry
Got everything all you good girls need
Despite my appearance, I have a lot to offer as a partner
Don't need no diamond, don't need no gold
I do not measure success or self-worth by material possessions
Got a lot of love and got a whole lot of soul
I am rich in love and passion
I'm built for comfort, I ain't built for speed
I am not interested in rushing or working hard, rather I prefer to take it easy
But I got everything all you good girls need
Despite my tendencies, I can offer a fulfilling relationship to the right person
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Written by: WILLIE DIXON
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