Just Like Paradise
David Lee Roth
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Rockin' steady in her daddy's car She got the stereo With the big guitars And that's all right (All right) I got the itch And a restless soul She gone with the wind Gonna go for broke tonight And that's all night Girl, we've been meant for this Since we were born No problems now (the coast is clear) It's just the calm before the storm [Chorus:] This must be just like livin' in paradise And I don't want to go home Suzy, Suzy, Girl, for cryin' out loud You got all the right moves You make me eat my heart out Nightly And that's all right with me! No special favors Make it out to cash We'll spend it later Got to make this romance last That's it, that's it Some folks say "easy come is easy go" (And some folks say) But one night ain't enough for me Girl, hang on tight and don't let go [Chorus to Fade]
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Written by: Brett Tuggle, David Lee Roth
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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15 facts about this song
Release Details"Just Like Paradise" was released as a single by David Lee Roth in 1988.
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Album DetailsThe song is part of Roth's second full-length studio album called "Skyscraper" which was released in the same year.
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Chart SuccessThe song did very well on the charts, peaking at #6 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It also hit #19 on the Mainstream Rock Tracks chart.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Just Like Paradise" shows Roth and his band performing the song on top of a building called Nakatomi Plaza, which is the same building used in the movie 'Die Hard'.
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Collaborative EffortThe song was co-written by David Lee Roth and keyboardist Brett Tuggle.
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Achievements"Just Like Paradise" was certified Gold in Canada and it is one of Roth's biggest hits as a solo artist.
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Musical StyleThe song is known for its bright, upbeat sound and dynamic guitar-work by Steve Vai, representing 1980s hard rock.
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Popular CultureIts lively and positive lyrics have made the song a popular choice for use in several advertising campaigns.
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Key LyricsThe song's title comes from its memorable chorus: "This must be just like living in paradise, and I don't want to go home."
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Song ReviewsRolling Stone magazine included "Just Like Paradise" in their list of "The 100 Greatest Pop Songs", praising its catchy chorus and vibrant energy.
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Famous QuotesDavid Lee Roth once said about the song: “It's not whether you win or lose; it's whether I win."
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Live PerformancesDespite being a major hit, "Just Like Paradise" was rarely performed live by Roth after he left Van Halen.
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Band MembersThe musicians backing Roth on the track included guitarist Steve Vai, bassist Billy Sheehan, and drummer Gregg Bissonette.
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Record LabelThe song was released through Warner Bros. Records.
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Actual Paradise ReferenceThe song's paradise reference is said to be influenced by Roth's passion for rock climbing, which he started involving himself during the mid-80s.
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