Ghost Rider
Suicide
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Ghost rider motorcycle hero Hey, baby baby baby, he's a lookin' so cute Sneak around-round-round in a blue jump suit Ghost rider motorcycle hero Hey, baby, be be be be, he's a blazin' away Like the stars, stars, stars in the universe Ghost rider motorcycle hero Hey, baby be be be be, he's a screamin' the truth America, America is killin' its youth Hey baby be be be be, he's a screamin' away America, America is killin' its youth America, America is killin' its youth Ghost rider Ghost rider, ooh
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Written by: Alan Vega, Martin Reverby
Lyrics © REVEGA PUBLISHING CO., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Genre"Ghost Rider" by Suicide is an influential song in the proto-punk and electronic music movements.
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Release Date and AlbumThe song was released as part of Suicide's self-titled debut album in 1977.
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Inspiration and LyricsThe song was inspired by the comic book character Ghost Rider, a motorcycle stuntman with a demonic flaming skull.
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Unconventional MusicReflecting Suicide's pioneering electronica sound, "Ghost Rider" is made up of a driving rhythm, ominous organ and synth lines, and frenzied vocal stylings.
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Critical AcclaimAlthough initially controversial because of its harsh sound and intense themes, "Ghost Rider" is now widely recognized as a seminal piece within the punk and electronic music genres.
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Creation"Ghost Rider" was created by the duo Martin Rev and Alan Vega of Suicide. Rev provided the song's manic keyboards while Vega added his distinct high-pitched, frantic vocals.
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Covers and InfluenceThe song has been covered by many artists, including punk bands The Sisters of Mercy and the Rollins Band, showing its enduring influence in alternative music. Remiixed versions have also appeared in various films and shows, such as Netflix's Stranger Things.
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Live PerformanceWhen performed live, "Ghost Rider" was notorious for its confrontational style, which often provoked outrage or confusion among audiences unfamiliar with Suicide's unique sound.
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Notoriety"Ghost Rider" increased in notoriety when it was included in Mojo magazine's list of the "Top 100 Records That Changed The World" in 2007.
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Vega's Connection to the SongAlan Vega noted that for him, "Ghost Rider" was a symbol of America, representing its speed, freedom, and individualism but also its violence and alienation.
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