Rock and Roll Ain't Noise Pollution
AC/DC
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Hey there, all you middle men Throw away your fancy clothes And while you're out there sittin' on a fence So get off your ass and come down here Cause rock 'n' roll ain't no riddle man To me it makes good, good sense Good sense, let's go Heavy decibels are playing on my guitar We got vibrations coming up from the floor We're just listening to the rock that's giving too much noise Are you deaf, you want to hear some more We're just talkin' about the future Forget about the past It'll always be with us It's never gonna die, never gonna die Rock 'n' roll ain't noise pollution Rock 'n' roll ain't gonna die Rock 'n' roll ain't noise pollution Rock 'n' roll it will survive (yes it will) I took a look inside your bedroom door You looked so good lying on your bed Well, I asked you if you wanted any rhythm and love You said you want to rock 'n' roll instead We're just talkin' about the future Forget about the past It'll always be with us It's never gonna die, never gonna die Rock 'n' roll ain't noise pollution Rock 'n' roll ain't gonna die Rock 'n' roll ain't no pollution Rock 'n' roll is just rock 'n' roll Rock 'n' roll ain't noise pollution Rock 'n' roll ain't gonna die Rock 'n' roll ain't no pollution Rock 'n' roll it will survive Rock 'n' roll ain't noise pollution Rock 'n' roll will never die Rock 'n' roll ain't no pollution Rock 'n' roll Rock 'n' roll is just rock 'n' roll
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Written by: ANGUS MCKINNON YOUNG, BRIAN JOHNSON, MALCOLM MITCHELL YOUNG
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13 facts about this song
Release Date"Rock and Roll Ain't Noise Pollution" was released on 25 October 1980 and ended up being the final track on AC/DC's hugely popular album "Back in Black".
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Tribute SongThe entire "Back in Black" album, including "Rock and Roll Ain't Noise Pollution," was a tribute to the band's former lead singer, Bon Scott, who died earlier that year.
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CompositionThe song was composed by all members of the band. The credits go to Angus Young, Malcolm Young, and Brian Johnson.
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Public ReceptionDespite not being released as a single initially, "Rock and Roll Ain't Noise Pollution" remains one of AC/DC's most iconic songs, a testament to its enduring popularity.
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Band InspirationAC/DC is reputed for their minimalistic approach to rock and roll, and "Rock and Roll Ain't Noise Pollution" embodies this. The song demonstrates their raw sound and hard rock style.
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Live Performances"Rock and Roll Ain't Noise Pollution" was not performed live until five years after the album's release, but since then, it has become a staple in most AC/DC concerts.
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LyricsThe lyrics of the song emphasize the band's belief and love for rock and roll, rejecting the idea that it's just noise pollution—drawing a clear line between critics and fans of the genre.
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Single ReleaseIn the UK, the song was eventually released as a single in January 1981.
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Charts PerformanceDespite its late release, the song peaked at No. 15 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Recording ProcessThe song was recorded in the Bahamas, following Bon Scott's death.
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Artistic SignificanceThe song is symbolic of AC/DC's contentious relationship with conservative ideologies of the '80s, asserting the significance and vitality of rock music in the societal space.
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Music VideoThe music video is a basic live performance by AC/DC with a unique take, unlike much of the highly produced videos of the '80s.
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LegacyOver time, "Rock and Roll Ain't Noise Pollution" has grown into an anthem for rock and roll, maintaining its relevance for new generations and emerging artists in the genre.
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