Fire
The Pointer Sisters
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I'm ridin' in your car You turn on the radio You're pullin' me close I just say no I say I don't like it But you know I'm a liar 'Cause when we kiss, oh Fire Late at night You're takin' me home You say you want to stay I say I want to be alone I say I don't love you But you know I'm a liar 'Cause when we kiss, ooh Fire You had a hold on me right from the start A grip so tight I couldn't tear it apart My nerves all jumpin', actin' like a fool Well, your kisses they burn, but my heart stays cool Well, Romeo and Juliet Samson and Delilah Baby you can bet A love they couldn't deny My words say split But my words they lie 'Cause when we kiss, oh Fire Oh fire Hot kisses like fire Burn me up with fire I like what you're doin' now, Fire Touchin' me with fire Touchin' me, burnin me with fire Take me home Fire Kisses like fire
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Written by: BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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12 facts about this song
Fire" CreationBruce Springsteen originally wrote "Fire" in 1977 after being inspired by hearing an Elvis Presley song on the radio.
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Springsteen's EditionAlthough he wrote the song, Springsteen only released "Fire" as part of live performance albums and never officially released a studio version.
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Live RequestsThe song became a staple of Springsteen's live shows, often inserted into the setlist by audience request.
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Elvis Presley ConnectionSpringsteen had originally intended to give "Fire" to Elvis Presley to perform, but Presley died before Springsteen could make it happen.
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Robert Gordon's VersionThe 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.
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The Pointer Sisters' VersionThe highest-charting version of "Fire" was recorded by The Pointer Sisters in 1978. Their version reached No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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Grammy NominationsThe Pointer Sisters' version of "Fire" received multiple Grammy nominations, including for Best Rhythm & Blues Vocal Performance by a Duo, Group or Chorus.
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Different InterpretationThe Pointer Sisters' version slightly altered Springsteen's original lyrics, giving the song a subtly different interpretation.
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Multi-pronged SuccessApart 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.
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Cover VersionsOver the years, "Fire" has been covered by numerous artists in various genres, from pop to country, demonstrating the song's enduring popularity.
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TV PerformancesThe song has been performed in numerous television appearances, including on popular shows like American Idol and The Voice.
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Song InspirationBruce 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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