Ghost Rider

Suicide

About Ghost Rider

Ghost Rider is a song by the protopunk band Suicide appearing on their debut album. The song is based on the Marvel Comics character.


Year:
1986
7:06
70 

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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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Suicide

Suicide (Latin suicidium, from sui caedere, "to kill oneself") is the act of intentionally causing one's own death. Suicide is often committed out of despair, the cause of which can be attributed to a mental disorder such as depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, alcoholism, or drug abuse. Stress factors such as financial difficulties or troubles with interpersonal relationships often play a significant role. more »

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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.
Release Date and Album
The song was released as part of Suicide's self-titled debut album in 1977.
Inspiration and Lyrics
The song was inspired by the comic book character Ghost Rider, a motorcycle stuntman with a demonic flaming skull.
Unconventional Music
Reflecting Suicide's pioneering electronica sound, "Ghost Rider" is made up of a driving rhythm, ominous organ and synth lines, and frenzied vocal stylings.
Critical Acclaim
Although 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.
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.
Covers and Influence
The 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.
Live Performance
When performed live, "Ghost Rider" was notorious for its confrontational style, which often provoked outrage or confusion among audiences unfamiliar with Suicide's unique sound.
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.
Vega's Connection to the Song
Alan 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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