W.A.S.P. is an American heavy metal band formed in 1982. They emerged from … Read Full Bio ↴W.A.S.P. is an American heavy metal band formed in 1982. They emerged from the same Los Angeles scene that spawned Van Halen, Mötley Crüe, Ratt, Quiet Riot, Guns N' Roses and others.

W.A.S.P. began following the demise of Circus Circus, a Los Angeles-based band featuring Blackie Lawless and Randy Piper. The original lineup of W.A.S.P. was formed in Los Angeles, California, in 1982 by Lawless, Piper, Rik Fox, and Tony Richards.

The first lineup did not last for long, as Rik Fox was let go and went on to join the band Steeler with vocalist Ron Keel and guitarist Yngwie Malmsteen. He was replaced by Don Costa, the bassist in Richards' former band, Dante Fox (which later evolved into Great White). Shortly afterward, Costa also left the band and his position on the bass was filled by Brayden Parker. By the time they recorded their debut album "W.A.S.P.", Lawless had taken over on bass and Chris Holmes had joined on lead guitar. At the same time, guitarist Chris Holmes joined the band.

Shortly after the album's release in 1984, Richards was replaced by former Keel drummer Steve Riley. The group released "The Last Command" in 1985, before Piper left in July 1986. Lawless subsequently switched back to guitar, with Johnny Rod (real name John Tumminello) leaving King Kobra to take over as bassist. "Inside the Electric Circus" followed in October. A live album "Live...In the Raw" was released in 1987. Riley left during the subsequent tour to join L.A. Guns. He was replaced for future shows by a string of temporary substitutes. By early 1988, W.A.S.P. had started working on its fourth studio album with Quiet Riot drummer Frankie Banali.

The band's popularity peaked in the 1980s, yet they continue to record and tour, making them one of the most enduring of the West Coast heavy metal bands. W.A.S.P. gained notoriety for their shock rock themed image, lyrics and live performances. They have sold over 12 million copies of their albums.

The band was a prominent target in the mid-1980s of the Parents Music Resource Center (PMRC) led by Tipper Gore, who at the time was wife of then-Senator Al Gore (D-TN), an organization that pushed for warning labels on recorded music. The band immortalized its fight with the PMRC on the song "Harder, Faster" from their 1987 live album, Live...In the Raw.

"I Wanna Be Somebody" was the most successful single from W.A.S.P.'s debut album. and It was ranked at No. 84 in VH1's 100 Greatest Hard Rock Songs of All Time.

In October 2007, W.A.S.P. embarked on The Crimson Idol Tour, to celebrate that album's 15th anniversary. It is the first time that the album, often regarded to be among the band's finest work, was performed in full from start to finish. The tour kicked off in Greece, in Thessaloniki at the Principal Club Theater on October 26, 2007.
Blackie Lawless remains the only member from the original line-up. They released their most recent album in November 2009, entitled Babylon.

On September 21, 2012, the band celebrated the 30th anniversary of their first ever live show by kicking off a world tour at The Forum in London. The set for the tour was split into three sections: songs from the first four albums, a cut-down rendition of the Crimson Idol performance and a final segment for newer material.

Hot Like Fire
W.A.S.P. Lyrics

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Keep it real I like me a lul bih with some titties an ass I wanna see you let it drop
Way she throw that lul thang inna circle is driving me crazy
It sending me right through the top
Ion usually do this but you might be worth it Im tryn take you wimme back to the spot
Tryna get you in private so just for me bae you can drop all dat ass like it's hot
Pa la casa nos vamo a coje tu ere Mia no eres de el
Ese Toto lo quiero rompe en la cama y después me lo quiero come
Tu supiste yo soy Tiguere deverda no me venga decir DonnieP cómo fue

El Joseo lo que nunca para dime tu a mi como voy a perder
Yo toy con lo mío con lo mimo de ayer
Know I keep it real what she love about me
I'm the talk of the town I'm the talk of the street
Don't play wit no nigga and if I do know that I'm playing for keeps cuz I got all the cheats
And I ain't promoting no violence but definitely wit all the beef I ain't asking for peace
Gotta whole lotta hate for them piggies in blue man
You know what I'm screaming it's fuck the police
Tu ere una freca eso ya yo lo sé
Fumando la mari no fuimo a beber
You know I'm that nigga lul baby te gusta mi ñema pue ven a cojer
Tu ere una maniática Im wit all that too tu sabe que eso me gusta también
Yea I love getting money I know it ain't lust
In Benjamin Frank only one that I trust
They want DonnieP to drop say it's a must
You know what I want gotta pay me dem bucks
Yo estoy pa lo cualto no en jente
Pata y plomo te damo de frente
Tan llamando por ahí buscándome a mi diciendo lo baña urgente
Know i gotta move smarter I ain't easy to find yo me muevo como el presidente
Quítateme da ahí que si no te me quita te quito eso simplemente
You know I got this shit inna head lock
When I hit from the back make the bed rock
Ta gritando llamándome papi diciendo dale ahí en la best spot
Keep it real I'm the illest no cap
Ando con chinola films where you at
Ya tu sabe andomo ruly tamo en dile
Im getting to it that's a fact
I'm stepping out in all black yo estoy pegao ok
Usted tira puya como una mujer
Maricon de la esquina un rapa su mai y también una rata it's in black an white
Ni mi con familia en vacaneria
Tell me how I'm pose to give a fuck a bout you
We graduated from the same school still don't mean that we cool
If I call you bro it don't mean that we tight
I'm too old for this I ain't picking no fight

You gon hear that blicky go
We gon shut off your lights

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to W.A.S.P.'s song "Hot Like Fire" depict the artist's attraction to a woman who embodies confidence and sensuality. The song celebrates her physical attributes, mentioning her breasts and buttocks, and expresses the desire to witness her dropping it low. The hypnotizing way she moves her body in a circular motion drives the artist crazy and takes him to another level of excitement. Although the artist usually doesn't engage in such behavior, he believes that this particular woman might be worth it and wants to take her back to a private place where she can showcase her dancing skills.

The lyrics also switch between English and Spanish, adding a touch of Latin flavor to the song. In the Spanish verses, the artist refers to himself as a true "Tiguere" (a street-smart and confident man) who wants to break the barriers in the bedroom and enjoy intimate moments with this woman. He asserts his authenticity and challenges anyone who doubts his abilities. The lyrics also mention the artist's love for money, highlighting his trust only in Benjamin Franklin on the US $100 bill.

Line by Line Meaning

Keep it real I like me a lul bih with some titties an ass I wanna see you let it drop
Being honest, I am attracted to a confident woman with attractive physical features and I am eager to witness her dance seductively.

Way she throw that lul thang inna circle is driving me crazy
The way she erotically moves her body in a circular motion is intoxicating and overwhelming my senses.

It sending me right through the top
Her provocative dancing is evoking strong emotions within me, pushing me to a heightened state of arousal.

Ion usually do this but you might be worth it Im tryn take you wimme back to the spot
Typically, I don't engage in such behavior, but I perceive you as special and worthy of my attention. I desire to bring you back to a private location.

Tryna get you in private so just for me bae you can drop all dat ass like it's hot
My intention is to secure an intimate setting where you willingly showcase your attractive rear end exclusively for me, with enthusiasm and confidence.

Pa la casa nos vamo a coje tu ere Mia no eres de el
Let's go to my house and engage in sexual activities together; you belong to me, not to someone else.

Ese Toto lo quiero rompe en la cama y después me lo quiero come
I desire to passionately engage in sexual acts with you and then savor the aftermath of our encounter.

Tu supiste yo soy Tiguere deverda no me venga decir DonnieP cómo fue
You should already know that I am a true and authentic individual; DonnieP cannot question or challenge my authenticity.

El Joseo lo que nunca para dime tu a mi como voy a perder
My game and success is unstoppable; tell me, how could I ever fail?

Yo toy con lo mío con lo mimo de ayer
I am focused on my own affairs, pursuing the same objectives as I did yesterday.

Know I keep it real what she love about me
Understand that I always remain true to myself, which is what she appreciates and admires about me.

I'm the talk of the town I'm the talk of the street
I am the subject of conversation and gossip within both the local community and neighborhood.

Don't play wit no nigga and if I do know that I'm playing for keeps cuz I got all the cheats
I don't engage in playful interactions with just anyone, but if I do, be aware that my intentions are serious because I possess all the strategies and advantages.

And I ain't promoting no violence but definitely wit all the beef I ain't asking for peace
While I do not actively endorse or incite violence, in the midst of conflicts and rivalries, I am not seeking peace or reconciliation.

Gotta whole lotta hate for them piggies in blue man
I hold significant animosity towards the police officers, referring to them derogatorily as 'piggies in blue.'

You know what I'm screaming it's fuck the police
I am explicitly expressing a strong sentiment of disdain and hostility towards the police force.

Tu ere una freca eso ya yo lo sé
You are a promiscuous woman, and I am well aware of it.

Fumando la mari no fuimo a beber
Instead of consuming alcoholic beverages, we prefer to smoke marijuana.

You know I'm that nigga lul baby te gusta mi ñema pue ven a cojer
You are aware that I am a desirable and confident individual. If you like what you see, come and engage in sexual intercourse with me.

Tu ere una maniática Im wit all that too tu sabe que eso me gusta también
You are a passionate and enthusiastic woman, and I am also inclined towards such behavior. You know that I enjoy it as well.

Yea I love getting money I know it ain't lust
Yes, I thoroughly enjoy acquiring wealth, and it is not driven solely by lust or desires.

In Benjamin Frank only one that I trust
I have complete confidence and trust in the currency represented by Benjamin Franklin's image (one hundred-dollar bills).

They want DonnieP to drop say it's a must
There are expectations for DonnieP (me) to release new content or music, and it is deemed necessary.

You know what I want gotta pay me dem bucks
You understand my desires and demands; if you want to fulfill them, you must compensate me financially.

Yo estoy pa lo cualto no en jente
I am focused on making money and not interested in engaging with certain individuals.

Pata y plomo te damo de frente
We confront and directly face any threats with physical violence.

Tan llamando por ahí buscándome a mi diciendo lo baña urgente
People are making phone calls and actively looking for me, urgently requesting my presence for a certain purpose.

Know i gotta move smarter I ain't easy to find yo me muevo como el presidente
I am well aware that I must adopt intelligent and strategic movements to avoid being easily located or detected. My actions resemble those of a president.

Quítateme da ahí que si no te me quita te quito eso simplemente
Remove yourself from that position, because if you don't, I will forcefully take it from you, simple as that.

You know I got this shit inna head lock
You are aware that I have complete control and dominance over this particular situation.

When I hit from the back make the bed rock
When I engage in sexual activities from a position behind you, I am exceptionally vigorous and passionate, causing the bed to shake and move.

Ta gritando llamándome papi diciendo dale ahí en la best spot
You are screaming and calling me 'daddy,' urging me to continue pleasuring you in the most satisfying location.

Keep it real I'm the illest no cap
To be honest, I am exceptionally skilled and talented, without any false exaggerations.

Ando con chinola films where you at
Currently, I am affiliated with Chinola Films, a production company. Where are you located?

Ya tu sabe andomo ruly tamo en dile
You already know, we operate in a confident and audacious manner, and we are currently in the 'dile' (a location or situation).

Im getting to it that's a fact
I am actively progressing towards my goals, and that is an undeniable truth.

I'm stepping out in all black yo estoy pegao ok
I am dressed entirely in black and in a prominent state; it's evident and noticeable.

Usted tira puya como una mujer
You are provoking and insulting others like a woman.

Maricon de la esquina un rapa su mai y también una rata it's in black an white
A coward located on the corner, a traitor to his mother, and also a rat. The evidence and truth are clear.

Ni mi con familia en vacaneria
I don't even care about my family's vacation plans.

Tell me how I'm pose to give a fuck a bout you
Explain to me why I should care about you or your concerns.

We graduated from the same school still don't mean that we cool
Although we both attended the same educational institution, it does not automatically imply that we have a positive or friendly relationship.

If I call you bro it don't mean that we tight
Referring to you as 'bro' does not signify a close and intimate bond between us.

I'm too old for this I ain't picking no fight
I have matured beyond engaging in unnecessary conflicts; I refuse to participate in any confrontations.

You gon hear that blicky go
You are about to witness the sound of a firearm being discharged.

We gon shut off your lights
We are going to physically harm you, even to the extent of causing your death.

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Written by: Adonis Arias

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