Speed

Billy Idol

About Speed

"Speed "is a single by British rock singer / songwriter Billy Idol, included originally in the soundtrack of the eponymous film. It was released in June 1994 as its main song through Chrysalis Records.


Year:
2008
4:17
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Running from the nightmare
In the middle of the road
Hell's no place for sleeping
In a world beyond control
Caught in the headlights
Coming after you
When i woke up this morning
I had to do what i gotta do
Blast me to heaven for loving you
Blast me to heaven for loving you
Speed
Give me what i need
Yeah
White lightning
Let's speed, on speed
On wheels, on wheels
Speed
Oh, let it bleed
Yeah
Greased lightning
Let's speed, on speed
On wheels, on wheels
I've seen a train full of pain
On the edge of overload
We're in heaven, baby
You are gonna implode
I've got these crazy feelings
That i can't explain
I've gotta save you baby
Or i'll die in vain
Blast me to heaven for loving you
I said blast me to heaven just for loving you
I said speed
Give me what i need
Yeah
White lightning
Let's speed, on speed
On wheels, on wheels
Speed
Oh, let it bleed
Yeah
Greased lightning
Let's speed, on speed
On wheels, on wheels
Blast me to heaven for loving you
I said blast me to heaven for loving you
Now i'm rushing on the run, yeah
I want to have me some fun
I'll speed
Give me what i need
Oh, set me free
Let's speed
On wheels, on wheels, on wheels
Said speed
Oh, let it bleed
Yeah
White lightning
Let's speed, on speed
On wheels, on wheels
Com'on
I said speed, speed
Give me what i need
I said speed, speed
Give me what i need
Alright

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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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12 facts about this song

Album Appearance
"Speed" is a single from Billy Idol's album named "Cyberpunk" which was released in 1993.
Genre
The song features an electronic and rock vibe, aligning with Idol's unique blend of punk and pop sounds.
Movie Soundtrack
One of the most notable elements about "Speed" is that it was directly used in the soundtrack of the blockbuster Hollywood movie, "Speed" starring Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock.
Change in Production Style
The "Cyberpunk" album, including the song "Speed", saw Billy Idol experiment with a new style of music production which involved using computers, an approach that was quite groundbreaking in the early '90s.
Commercial Success
Despite the "Cyberpunk" album receiving mixed reviews from critics, the song "Speed" became quite popular.
Single Release
Although "Speed" is a well-known song by Billy Idol, interestingly, it was not released as a single.
Punk Rock Influence
Idol's punk rock roots can be clearly identified in the song “Speed”, even though it also showcases his exploration into electronic music.
Unique Recording Process
The song was part of the first album ever to be recorded using Pro Tools on a Macintosh computer, leading the way to modern digital recording techniques.
Cyber Culture Inspiration
As with the entire "Cyberpunk" album, "Speed" draws heavy inspiration from the cyber culture and future-focused themes of the early '90s.
Personal Achievements
Billy Idol became one of the first established rock artists to give serious attention to the possibilities of the Internet, utilizing it for the album's promotion and releasing "Speed" via an early form of digital distribution.
Virtual Reality
Billy Idol also promoted the song "Speed" and other tracks from the album through a promotional interactive CD-ROM he created which emphasized his interest in virtual reality, giving fans a unique, immersive experience.
Song Inspiration
"Speed" speculates on the consequences of fast-paced lives and reliance on technology, in both the lyrics and the innovative musical production.

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