Head On
iggi and the stooges Lyrics

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Yeah man, yeah
Hey!

See me comin'
See me comin'
See me comin' baby, on the bend

See me comin'

See me comin'
Head on, around the bend

You gotta see your man
Comin' baby, 'round the bend
Yeah

You gotta see your man
Comin' around the bend
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah

See me comin'
See me comin'
See your man comin' 'round that bend

Head on baby
Head on baby
Head on the curve and then

See your man a-comin'
'Round the bend
You gotta see your man comin'
Around the bend
Now bring it up loud!

I been a lover since I was born
Champagne, woman, and I need me some more

See your man a-comin'
'Round the bend
You gotta see your man comin'
'Round the bend
Alright!

See your man comin'
See your man a-comin'
C'mon Bob!
Yeah C'mon'
He'll be comin'
Yeah you'll see him come-come-a-comin'
See him
See him
You'll see him comin'
Comin'
Comin'
Come
Come
Yeah come
Yeah!

Now do it again, hey!
You gotta see him comin'
You gotta see him comin'
You gotta see him comin'

You gotta see him comin'
You gotta!

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "Head On" by Iggy and the Stooges can be interpreted as a description of a man on his way to meet his lover. The repetition of "See me comin'" and "See your man comin'" suggests a sense of urgency and anticipation. The phrase "Head on, around the bend" could be seen as a metaphor for the couple's journey towards each other. The lyrics "I been a lover since I was born, Champagne, woman, and I need me some more" further emphasize the passion and desire between the two individuals.

However, there may be more to the lyrics than just a love story. The use of the phrase "Head On" as the title of the song could also imply a sense of collision or confrontation. The repetition of the phrase "You gotta see him comin'" could suggest a warning or a call to action. The lyrics may be interpreted as a commentary on the dangers of reckless behavior and the importance of being aware of one's surroundings.

Overall, "Head On" is a high-energy, intense rock song that can be interpreted in different ways depending on the context.

Line by Line Meaning

See me comin'
Notice my arrival

See me comin' baby, on the bend
Notice my arrival as I approach the turn on the road

Head on, around the bend
Drive straight towards you as I round the curve

Gotta see your man
You need to acknowledge me

Comin' baby, 'round the bend
As I approach the curve in the road

See your man comin' 'round that bend
Notice me as I round the curve

Head on baby
Straight towards you

Head on the curve and then
Drive straight into the curve

I been a lover since I was born
I have always had a strong desire for sexual intimacy

Champagne, woman, and I need me some more
I desire more pleasure from women and alcohol