Rebel Yell

Billy Idol

About Rebel Yell

"Rebel Yell" is a song by English rock musician Billy Idol. The title track of his 1983 album of the same name, it was first released as the album's lead single on 24 October 1983. It charted outside the UK Top 40, but a re-issue of the single in 1985 reached No. 6. In the US, it peaked at No. 46. The song was named the 79th best hard rock song of all time by VH1 based on a public voting in 2009, although the song did not show up in a revised list from 2013.


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2007
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Last night a little dancer came dancin' to my door
Last night a little angel Came pumpin cross my floor
She said "Come on baby I got a license for love
And if it expires pray help from above"

In the midnight hour she cried more, more, more
With a rebel yell she cried more, more, more
In the midnight hour babe more, more, more
With a rebel yell more, more, more
More, more, more

She don't like slavery, she won't sit and beg
But when I'm tired and lonely she sees me to bed
What set you free and brought you to be me babe
What set you free I need you hear by me
Because

In the midnight hour she cried more, more, more
With a rebel yell she cried more, more, more
In the midnight hour babe more, more, more
With a rebel yell more, more, more

He lives in his own heaven
Collects it to go from the seven eleven
Well he's out all night to collect a fare
Just so long, just so long it don't mess up his hair

I walked the ward with you, babe
A thousand miles with you
I dried your tears of pain, babe
A million times for you

I'd sell my soul for you babe
For money to burn with you
I'd give you all, and have none, babe
Just, just, justa, justa to have you here by me
Because

In the midnight hour she cried more, more, more
With a rebel yell she cried more, more, more
In the midnight hour babe more, more, more
With a rebel yell she cried more, more, more
More, more, more

Oh yeah little baby
She want more
More, more, more, more, more

Oh yeah little baby
She want more
More, more, more, more

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Billy Idol

William Michael Albert Broad (born 30 November 1955), better known by his stage name Billy Idol, is an English rock musician. A member of the Bromley Contingent of Sex Pistols fans, Idol first achieved fame in the punk rock era as a member of the band Generation X. He then embarked on a successful solo career, and was a member of the MTV-driven "Second British Invasion" of the United States. A series of music videos for songs such as "White Wedding", "Rebel Yell" and "Eyes Without a Face" made him one of the first MTV stars. Idol continues to tour with guitarist Steve Stevens. more »

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Written by: Billy Idol, Steve Stevens

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14 facts about this song

Song Release
"Rebel Yell" was released on November 10, 1983, as the title track to Billy Idol's second album.
Album's Success
The album "Rebel Yell" was a major commercial success, reaching No. 6 on the Billboard 200 in the US.
Chart Performance
The song "Rebel Yell" peaked at No. 46 in the United Kingdom and No. 62 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the USA.
Song Inspiration
The song was inspired by an event Billy Idol attended where Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, and Ronnie Wood of the Rolling Stones were drinking "Rebel Yell" bourbon whiskey.
Songwriting
Billy Idol co-wrote "Rebel Yell" with his guitarist Steve Stevens.
Music Video
The music video for "Rebel Yell", directed by Jeff Stein, features Idol performing the song in front of a live audience.
Guitar Solo
Steve Stevens won the Best Guitarist award from Guitar for the Practicing Musician for his work on the track "Rebel Yell."
Iconic Performances
"Rebel Yell" is known for its iconic live performances, particularly Billy Idol's high-energy stage presence and charismatic delivery.
Song Interpretation
While some believe "Rebel Yell" to have a political undertone, regarding pleas for more rights and freedom, Billy Idol has clarified that the song relates to passionate lovemaking.
Cover Versions
Many artists, including Dope, HIM, and Black Veil Brides have covered "Rebel Yell", showing the song's lasting influence in rock music.
Use in Pop Culture
"Rebel Yell" has been used in numerous films and TV shows, including The Wedding Singer, Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle, and Supernatural.
Acoustic Version
In 2018, Billy Idol and Steve Stevens performed a stripped-down version of "Rebel Yell" for SiriusXM, which demonstrated the song's versatility.
Tour Name
Billy Idol named his 1984 world concert tour as the "Rebel Yell Tour," highlighting the song's impact.
Remix Version
A four and a half-minute-long dance remix of "Rebel Yell" was later made by the German techno band Scooter. The remix was a hit in several European countries.

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