Fire

Robert Gordon, Bruce Springsteen, Link Wray

About Fire

"Fire" is a song written by Bruce Springsteen in 1977 which had its highest profile as a 1978 single release by the Pointer Sisters.


Year:
1997
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I'm drivin' in my car, you turn on the radio
I'm pullin' you close, but you just say no
You say you don't like it, but girl I know you're a liar
Cause when we kiss, ooh, fire

Late at night, I'm chasing you home
I say I want to stay, you say you want to be alone
You say you don't need me, but you can't hide your desire
Cause when we kiss, ooh, fire

You've had a hold on me right from the start
It felt so good, I couldn't tear it apart
Got my nerves all jumpin', actin' like a fool
Cause your kisses they burn, but your heart stays cool

Romeo and Juliet, Samson and Delilah
Baby, you can bet the love they couldn't deny
Well, now your words say split, but your words they lie
Cause when we kiss, ooh, fire

Oh, oh, fire
Fire
Oh, oh, fire
Oh, oh, fire

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Bruce Springsteen

Bruce Frederick Joseph Springsteen (born September 23, 1949), nicknamed "The Boss", is an American singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who records and tours with the E Street Band. Springsteen is widely known for his brand of heartland rock, poetic lyrics, Americana sentiments centered on his native New Jersey and his lengthy and energetic stage performances, with concerts from the 1970s to the present decade running up to an uninterrupted 250 minutes in length. more »

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Written by: Jacob Louis Plant, ALEX SHELLARD, HUXLEY WARE, Damon William Baxter

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12 facts about this song

Fire" Creation
Bruce Springsteen originally wrote "Fire" in 1977 after being inspired by hearing an Elvis Presley song on the radio.
Springsteen's Edition
Although he wrote the song, Springsteen only released "Fire" as part of live performance albums and never officially released a studio version.
Live Requests
The song became a staple of Springsteen's live shows, often inserted into the setlist by audience request.
Elvis Presley Connection
Springsteen had originally intended to give "Fire" to Elvis Presley to perform, but Presley died before Springsteen could make it happen.
Robert Gordon's Version
The first recorded version of "Fire" was by Robert Gordon, an artist Springsteen admired. This version didn't become a huge hit, but it did receive moderate airplay.
The Pointer Sisters' Version
The highest-charting version of "Fire" was recorded by The Pointer Sisters in 1978. Their version reached No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Grammy Nominations
The Pointer Sisters' version of "Fire" received multiple Grammy nominations, including for Best Rhythm & Blues Vocal Performance by a Duo, Group or Chorus.
Different Interpretation
The Pointer Sisters' version slightly altered Springsteen's original lyrics, giving the song a subtly different interpretation.
Multi-pronged Success
Apart from being a hit in the USA, The Pointer Sisters' version of "Fire" also reached the Top 10 in various countries, including the UK, Canada, and New Zealand.
Cover Versions
Over the years, "Fire" has been covered by numerous artists in various genres, from pop to country, demonstrating the song's enduring popularity.
TV Performances
The song has been performed in numerous television appearances, including on popular shows like American Idol and The Voice.
Song Inspiration
Bruce Springsteen’s inspiration for the song reportedly came from his desire to write something that had a sensual and sexual tension.

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