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
Hot
UFO Lyrics
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Hot and ready, ready to use
Dressed to the nines, you know you don't look fifteen, there's no question
Not and ready, ready to use
I'm coming through I've gotta get to you babe
I'm coming through I've gotta get to you babe
Don't need i.d. and there's no house detective to crowd you...
Hot and ready, ready to use
Hot and ready, ready to use
I'm coming through I've gotta get to you babe (2x)
I'm coming through, I've gotta get to you babe (2x)
The song "Hot" by UFO is a rock song that depicts a man who is deeply attracted to a woman whom he describes as hot, ready, and dressed to impress. The song uses sexual innuendos to describe the woman and her readiness to be used. The man is determined to get to her and enjoy her company, and there is an urgency in his voice as he repeats the line, "I'm coming through, I've gotta get to you babe," in the chorus.
The first verse portrays the woman as a well-oiled gun, hot and ready to use. She is being compared to a Smith and Wesson, a brand of revolver known for its durability and reliability. The lyrics then move on to describe the woman's appearance, stating that she is dressed to the nines and looks older than she actually is. The second verse focuses on the man's desire to be with the woman and his eagerness to get to her. The lyrics suggest that he doesn't need any identification and that there is no house detective to stop him from reaching her.
Overall, the song is an expression of lust and the desire to be with someone who is sexually attractive. It is a celebration of physical pleasure and the sense of urgency that comes with it. The lyrics are filled with double entendres and subtle hints, all of which add to the seductive and provocative nature of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
You knock me out you're like a well oiled Smith and Wesson
You are so attractive and well put-together that I am left speechless, like a powerful and functional weapon.
Hot and ready, ready to use
You are ready and willing to engage in physical intimacy.
Dressed to the nines, you know you don't look fifteen, there's no question
You are dressed nicely and older than fifteen years old, there is no doubt about that.
Not and ready, ready to use
You are not ready for a committed, emotional relationship, but you are ready for physical intimacy.
I'm coming through I've gotta get to you babe
I am eagerly and passionately trying to come to you and be intimate with you.
Don't need i.d. and there's no house detective to crowd you...
You do not need identification or have to worry about being bothered by anyone while being intimate with me.
Hot and ready, ready to use
You are still ready and willing to engage in physical intimacy.
Slip in the back door and slip out of what ever your into
We can be physically intimate in a discreet way, so that you can easily return to your previous activities afterward.
I'm coming through I've gotta get to you babe (2x)
I am very eager to be intimate with you and will make every effort to do so.
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Written by: MICHAEL SCHENKER, PHIL MOGG
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