Atomic
Debbie Harry
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Uh huh make me tonight Tonight, make it right Uh huh make me tonight Tonight Tonight Oh uh huh make it magnificent Tonight Right Oh your hair is beautiful Oh tonight Atomic Uh huh make me tonight Tonight, tonight Oh your hair is beautiful Oh tonight Atomic Tonight make it magnificent Tonight Make me tonight Your hair is beautiful Oh tonight Atomic Atomic Oh Atomic Atomic Oh
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Written by: Deborah Harry, James Destri
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
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10 facts about this song
Career Achievement"Atomic" is one of the most popular hits by the band "Blondie," fronted by lead singer Debbie Harry. It was part of their Platinum-certified album "Eat to the Beat".
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ProductionThe song was produced by Mike Chapman, a prominent British-Australian music producer who worked with several popular bands in the 1970s and 1980s.
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Musical Style"Atomic" shows off Blondie's versatility. While the band is known for its punk and new wave sound, this song features elements of disco and has a significant dance focus.
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Chart SuccessReleased as a single in 1980, "Atomic" became a number one hit in the UK. It also made it to the top 40 in the US Billboard Hot 100.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Atomic" was recorded in the style of a spaghetti western film, creating a unique look. Debbie Harry is featured prominently, depicting a saloon singer.
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Lyrics and CompositionDespite its title, the song doesn't really discuss atomic energy or warfare. Co-writer Chris Stein said that the song is primarily a dance number, with the lyrics intentionally not making much sense.
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Variations and CoversDifferent versions and remixes of Atomic have been released over the years. In 1994, it was remixed by the UK duo Diddy and became a number one hit on the dance charts.
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Live PerformancesBlondie included "Atomic" in their setlist during their 2017 tour, proving the track's lasting popularity nearly four decades after its first release.
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Cover Versions"Atomic" has been covered by various artists over the years, including Sleeper for the "Trainspotting" soundtrack, and more recently, by the group Party Ben as a mashup with Gwen Stefani's "Hollaback Girl".
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Cultural ImpactEven today, the song is used in various media representations, particularly in movies and advertisements, underlining its lasting impact on pop culture. Examples include its inclusion in the video game "Grand Theft Auto: Vice City" and the movie "Atomic Blonde," featuring Charlize Theron.
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