Bullet

Misfits

About Bullet

"Bullet" is the second single released by the horror punk band the Misfits. The four tracks comprising the EP were recorded, along with thirteen others, in early 1978 for the proposed Static Age album. When the band could not find a record label to release the album, they instead released four of the songs as "Bullet" on singer Glenn Danzig's label Plan 9 Records. The songs were re-released in different versions over subsequent years, until Static Age was finally released in its entirety in 1997.  


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1986
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President's bullet-ridden body in the street
Ride, Johnny ride
Kennedy's shattered head hits concrete
Ride, Johnny ride

Johnny's wife is floundering
Johnny's wife is scared
Run, Jackie run

Texas is an outrage when your husband is dead
Texas is an outrage when they pick up his head
Texas is the reason that the president's dead
You gotta suck, suck, Jackie suck

President's bullet-ridden body in the street
Ride, Johnny ride
Kennedy's shattered head hits concrete
Ride, Johnny ride

Texas is an outrage when your husband is dead
Texas is an outrage when they pick up his head
Texas is the reason that the president's dead
You gotta suck, suck, Jackie suck
 
Arise Jackie O, Jonathon of Kennedy
Well, arise and be shot down
The dirt's gonna be your dessert
My cum be your life source
And the only way to get it
Is to suck or f*ck
Or be poor and devoid
And masturbate me, masturbate me
Then slurp it from your palm
Like a dry desert soaking up rain
Soaking up sun
Like a dry desert soaking up rain
Soaking up sun

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Misfits

The Misfits are an American punk rock band often recognized as the progenitors of the horror punk subgenre, blending punk rock and other musical influences with horror film themes and imagery. Founded in 1977 in Lodi, New Jersey by singer and songwriter Glenn Danzig, the group had a fluctuating lineup during its first six years with Danzig and bassist Jerry Only as the only consistent members. During this time they released several EPs and singles and, with Only's brother Doyle as guitarist, the albums Walk Among Us (1982) and Earth A.D./Wolfs Blood (1983), both considered touchstones of the early-1980s hardcore punk movement. The Misfits disbanded in 1983 and Danzig went on to form Samhain and then Danzig. Several albums of reissued and previously unreleased… more »

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Written by: GLEN DANZIG

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15 facts about this song

Origin
"Bullet" is a song by the American punk rock band Misfits, which was released in 1978.
EP Release
The tracks are part of an EP that was the first vinyl release of the Misfits.
Leader
Glenn Danzig, a major figure in the evolution of hardcore punk, horror punk, and punk rock music, wrote all the songs in the EP including "Bullet."
Album Artwork
The EP’s cover features a highly controversial artwork of President John F. Kennedy’s assassination which resulted in many record stores refusing to sell it.
Controversial Lyrics
"Bullet" lyrics were controversial as they suggested sexual innuendo related to the assassination of the US president, John F. Kennedy.
Band Line-up
The band during this release consisted of Glenn Danzig on vocals, Franché Coma on guitar, Jerry Only on bass, and Mr. Jim on drums.
Producer
It was produced by Dave Achelis and Tom Bejgrowicz.
Legacy
"Bullet" has provided significant influence in the punk rock industry and was included in the album "Static Age," which was released in 1996.
Kennedy Theme
Like many Misfits songs, "Bullet," takes its influence from dark themes - in this case, the assassination of John F. Kennedy.
Coverage
Some bands have covered this song in their performances, including Hellacopters, a Swedish rock band.
American Nightmare
"Bullet" EP also includes the song "American Nightmare," which is a rockabilly-influenced song.
Record Label Established
The EP was released through Plan 9, a record label established by Danzig.
Limited Edition
Initially, only 2000 copies of the EP were pressed.
High Demand
Even with its controversies, the EP, including "Bullet," is highly sought after due to its collector's value.
Song Style
The style of "Bullet" has elements of horror-infused punk, a staple in Misfits songwriting strategy.

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