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
There are other artists with same name:
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 Listeningβ. Releases include a mix CD on Vortex called βMaelstrom,β 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 βDropβ, and several singles including βTech has Taken Over Meβ, βSideswipeβ (produced with Kaos) and βBesameβ (produced with Arqer and Realtime).
βEnemy Infiltrationβ, 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 βMission Controlβ.
7) UFOUnited Future Organization otherwise known as UFO is a nu-jazz duo made up of Japanese-born Tadashi Yabe (η΄ η’ι¨, Yabe Tadashi?) and Frenchman Raphael Sebbag (γ©γγ‘γ¨γ«γ»γγΌγ°, 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
No Getaway
UFO Lyrics
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I know that you're alone
I've been waiting out in the dark
That surrounds your home
'Cause after midnight I'll be calling
C'mon, answer the phone
And baby, you know there's no getaway
I'll be calling every night and day
'Till you want me too
Baby, I've seen every movie
That you've ever made
Now I'm waiting
I know all the parts
That you've ever played
And baby, you know there's no getaway
I belong with you
I'll be calling every night and day
'Till you want me too
Oh baby, do you read my letters
I'm so excited about you
But I'm still waiting, I've had no reply
What about our rendezvous?
'Cause after midnight
Ooh, while you're sleeping
You know I'm looking for you
And baby, you know there's no getaway
I belong with you
I'll be calling every night and day
'Till you want me too
The lyrics of UFO's song No Getaway tell the unsettling tale of an obsessive individual who is fixated on someone they believe they belong with. The song is delivered in a somewhat mysterious and threatening tone, with the singer lurking in the shadows outside their target's home, waiting for the right moment to make their move. The chorus is particularly haunting, with the individual declaring that there is "no getaway" for their intended partner, that they will continue to call and pursue them "every night and day" until they reciprocate their feelings.
The verses paint a picture of a stalker-like figure who has been keeping a close eye on their intended victim. They have watched every movie they've ever made and have sent them letters, hoping for a response that never comes. The lyrics are designed to make the listener feel uneasy and on edge, as if they too are being watched and pursued.
Overall, No Getaway is a powerful and disturbing song that delves into the darker side of human nature. It highlights the dangers of obsession and the ways in which people can become fixated on others, leading them to do dangerous and potentially harmful things.
Line by Line Meaning
Baby, look across the street
I am asking you to look where I am standing and waiting for you.
I know that you're alone
I know that you don't have any companion now.
I've been waiting out in the dark
I waited for you in the darkness where nobody can easily notice me.
That surrounds your home
The darkness enveloping your house is where I'm waiting.
'Cause after midnight I'll be calling
I will be reaching out to you after midnight.
C'mon, answer the phone
Please pick up the phone and talk to me.
And baby, you know there's no getaway
You cannot escape from me.
I belong with you
I am meant to be with you.
I'll be calling every night and day
I'll keep on contacting you.
'Till you want me too
I will not stop contacting you until you want me to.
Baby, I've seen every movie
I have watched all the films that you did.
That you've ever made
All of the movies that you have made, I've watched them.
Now I'm waiting
Now, I am still waiting.
I know all the parts
I learned all the roles that you portrayed in your films.
That you've ever played
All the characters that you have played in your movies, I know them.
Oh baby, do you read my letters
Do you have the time to read my letters?
I'm so excited about you
I'm thrilled about you.
But I'm still waiting, I've had no reply
I am still waiting for you to acknowledge my messages and I have received no reply from you.
What about our rendezvous?
What about our planned meet-up?
'Cause after midnight
I will keep doing this all throughout the night even after midnight.
Ooh, while you're sleeping
I'll be lurking around while you are sound asleep.
You know I'm looking for you
You are aware that I am searching for you.
Lyrics Β© BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: NEIL CARTER, PAUL CHAPMAN, PHIL MOGG
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
D1Gr8hansGraf
I have all their vynils and play them loud every chance I get. These guys are awesome!!!
Jeff Vikings
Another great UFO song π΅
cagwa
Love this song. One of the standouts on a kind of boring/average album.
Bernardo Casarin
My second Ufo`s favourite TRACK after doing all for you,(1982) PREMIUM CLASSIC HARD ROCK, AWESOME!
Nick Brylka-Mee
Great production
GreenBayLA
Haven't heard this in years, kinda poppy and about a star stalker LOL