Top of the World

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About Top of the World

"Top of the World" is a rock song written by the group Van Halen for their 1991 album For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge. It is one of six singles issued for the album, and spent four non-consecutive weeks at the top of the Billboard Album Rock Tracks chart in the U. S., becoming their eighth number one on this chart. It was the only single off the album to crack the top 40 on the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at #27. The main guitar riff from "Top of the World" is actually carried over from the closing guitar background riff from 1984's "Jump".  


Year:
1999
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Hey, baby, woo
I know you believe in me, that's all I ever need
No no, nothin's gonna stop it
Nothin' will discourage me, oh, no

Hey baby, uh, it's the only way out
Oh, little darlin'
Now come on, what's it all about?

Standin' on top of the world for a little while
Standin' on top of the world
Gonna give it all we got

Oh, I know you wanna touch
I got to have a little taste
I don't wanna sink my teeth in that fine piece of real estate, yeah

Hey baby, woo! make it nice 'n sweet, oh
Oh, little darlin'
Let's take a walk down easy street

Standin' on top of the world for a little while
Standin' on top of the world
Let's give it all we got

Baby, got a feelin', I wanna touch it now
See the whole wide world turn upside-down

Hey baby, woo
Standin' on top of the world for a little while
Standin' on top of the world
Till we got stung

Standin' on top of the world for a little while
Standin' on top of the world gonna give it all we got

Standin' on top, hey baby
Standin' on top, hey darlin', woo
Standin' on top, standin' on top

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Van Halen

Van Halen is an American hard rock band formed in Pasadena, California, in 1972. Its 1978 debut album, Van Halen—featuring guitarist Eddie Van Halen, vocalist David Lee Roth, drummer Alex Van Halen, and bassist Michael Anthony—is widely considered to be among the most "original" and "revolutionary" albums to "change rock and roll." more »

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Written by: Alex Van Halen, Edward Van Halen, Sammy Hagar, Michael Anthony

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12 facts about this song

Album Release
"Top of the World" was released on Van Halen's album named "For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge" which came out in the year 1991.
Chart Success
This track was a massive hit, peaking at number one on the Billboard Mainstream Rock tracks chart in the U.S.
Band Contribution
It was the last song recorded for the album and all band members – Eddie Van Halen, Michael Anthony, Sammy Hagar, and Alex Van Halen – are credited as songwriters.
Song Length
The song has a runtime of 3 minutes and 53 seconds.
Repeated Rift
The song's main guitar riff was previously used as the outro solo to the song "Jump".
International Popularity
Besides finding success in the U.S, "Top of the World" also reached number two in Canada and number 27 in the UK.
Music video
The music video for the song features the band playing on top of a mountain, symbolizing the 'top of the world' imagery in the song's lyrics.
Composition
"Top of the World" is one of the band's most radio-friendly songs, with its pop-rock sound that features strong hooks and a catchy chorus.
Live Performances
Despite its commercial success, "Top of the World" was only performed live during the "For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge" and "Right Here, Right Now" tours.
Vinyl Release
The song was released as a 7" vinyl in many countries including the United States, Australia, UK and even Brazil. Each release has a unique cover design and B-side track.
Last Top 10
"Top of the World" was also the last Van Halen single to reach the top 10 in the talks Billboard Hot 100, as it peaked at number 27.
Album Success
The album "For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge" which features "Top of the World" won a Grammy for Best Hard Rock Performance with vocal in 1992.

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