Uriah Heep were part of the early 1970s rock scene, and have been referred to as pioneers of the hard rock, heavy metal and progressive rock genres. The band has sold over 40 million albums worldwide with over four million sales in the U.S, where its best-known songs include "Gypsy", "Easy Livin'", "The Wizard", "Sweet Lorraine", and "Stealin'". They also maintain a significant following and perform at arena-sized venues in the Balkans, Germany, Japan, the Netherlands, Russia, Finland and Scandinavia.
Uriah Heep have released twenty-four studio albums of original material, twenty live albums and forty-one compilation albums (including two greatest hits albums). Twelve of the band's studio albums have made it to the UK Albums Chart (Return to Fantasy reached No. 7 in 1975), while of the fifteen Billboard 200 Uriah Heep albums, Demons and Wizards was the most successful (No. 23, 1972). In the late 1970s the band had massive success in Germany, where the "Lady in Black" single was a big hit.
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Studio albums
...Very 'eavy ...Very 'umble (1970)
Salisbury (1971)
Look at Yourself (1971)
Demons and Wizards (1972)
The Magician's Birthday (1972)
Sweet Freedom (1973)
Wonderworld (1974)
Return to Fantasy (1975)
High and Mighty (1976)
Firefly (1977)
Innocent Victim (1977)
Fallen Angel (1978)
Conquest (1980)
Abominog (1982)
Head First (1983)
Equator (1985)
Raging Silence (1989)
Different World (1991)
Sea of Light (1995)
Sonic Origami (1998)
Wake the Sleeper (2008)
Into the Wild (2011)
Outsider (2014)
Living the Dream (2018)
Chaos & Colour (2023)
Love Machine
Uriah Heep Lyrics
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You got me on the run
You're a love machine
And you say that I'm your gun
But I don't care
'Cause I've got to know
The kind that came off worse
So I had to try hard
To satisfy your thirst
But I don't care
'Cause I've got to know
The only time she's happy
Is when the bullets fly
And she'll make you
Feel you're better
Than any other guy
And I don't care
'Cause I've got to know
Lovely little lady
You got me on the run
You're a love machine
And I'm trying to be your gun
And I don't care
'Cause I've got to know
The song "Love Machine" by Uriah Heep is a hard rock song with suggestive lyrics. The lyrics of this song seem to describe a woman who is promiscuous and sexually insatiable. In the opening lines, the singer describes the woman as a "love machine," indicating that she is always ready for sexual activity, and that he is merely her "gun." Despite the fact that the woman is always "on the run," the singer does not seem to care as he is driven by his desire to learn more about her.
Furthermore, the woman in the song is presented as someone who is only happy when she is in danger or when the bullets fly. This could be interpreted as a metaphor for risky sexual behavior or a desire for adrenaline and danger. The singer seems to be aware of this, yet he is still drawn to her, and he is determined to be the one to satisfy her.
Overall, the song "Love Machine" can be seen as a representation of the dangers of promiscuity and the desire for sexual adventure. It is a cautionary tale about the potential risks that come with sexual exploration and the need for responsible, safe behavior.
Line by Line Meaning
Lovely little lady
A term of endearment for the singer's subject of interest
You got me on the run
The subject has the singer's full attention and affection
You're a love machine
The subject is capable of generating romantic feelings and desires in the singer
And you say that I'm your gun
The subject's attraction to the singer is expressed in terms of dominance and control
But I don't care
The singer is unconcerned with potential negative consequences
'Cause I've got to know
The singer has an urgent need to experience the subject's love and affection
She said she were a loser
The subject expressed feelings of inadequacy or low self-worth
The kind that came off worse
The subject has a history of negative experiences in relationships
So I had to try hard
The singer is putting forth effort to prove themselves worthy of the subject's love
To satisfy your thirst
The singer is attempting to quench the subject's longing for love and validation
The only time she's happy
The subject is only content under certain circumstances
Is when the bullets fly
The subject finds excitement and thrill in danger
And she'll make you
The subject has the power to influence the singer's emotional state
Feel you're better
The subject will manipulate the singer into thinking they are superior to others
Than any other guy
The subject desires exclusivity and devotion from the singer
And I don't care
The singer is willing to overlook any potential negative consequences
'Cause I've got to know
The singer has an urgent need to experience the subject's love and affection
Lovely little lady
A term of endearment for the singer's subject of interest
You got me on the run
The subject has the singer's full attention and affection
You're a love machine
The subject is capable of generating romantic feelings and desires in the singer
And I'm trying to be your gun
The singer is attempting to submit to the subject's desires and be their loyal follower
And I don't care
The singer is unconcerned with potential negative consequences
'Cause I've got to know
The singer has an urgent need to experience the subject's love and affection
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: David Byron, Ken Hensley, Mick Box, Uriah Heep
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Racine Evans
Love this song, and this album is just an absolute classic!!!!!!!!!
Joel Houlette
Totally agree. My favorite Uriah heep song. Love Byron's vocals on this.
Ronnie Martin
Jammer
Jof Mar
One of the best bands of all time
reijo taurovaara
The Best
uriah heep
Two cheers for Uriah Heep, one of the very best England's ever produced.
out there
Another hidden gem from Uriah heep thank the almighty for having the original vinyl is too good to be in the H.O.F
Classic Rock Machine
That sound is wonderful!
David Thomas
Always liked these guys a working class British product of the 60's. Brilliant fellas'. Thanks.
old56timer
One of my favorites!