Burn

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About Burn

"Burn" is a song by British rock band Deep Purple. Its riff is similar to the 1924 song "Fascinating Rhythm". It was released on the album of the same name in 1974, and was the first song by the Mark III lineup. The song remained the band's concert opener for the next two years, taking over from "Highway Star". It opened Deep Purple's set on the California Jam two months after its release, on 6 April 1974. After the Deep Purple 1984 reunion, the song was no longer played, as Ian Gillan, whom David Coverdale had replaced, was vocalist once more, and would not sing songs from the Coverdale era. The band did perform "Burn" live in 1991, during the time in which Gillan was briefly replaced by Joe Lynn Turner. When Gillan once more returned to the band in 1992, he again refused to perform Coverdale-era songs. After Deep Purple's 1976 split-up, Coverdale formed his own band, Whitesnake, which over the years has featured Deep Purple members such as Jon Lord and Ian Paice, and has performed Coverdale-era Deep Purple songs such as "Burn", "Lady Double Dealer", "Lady Luck", "Mistreated", "Might Just Take Your Life", "Soldier of Fortune" and "Stormbringer". Glenn Hughes also features the song regularly in his live solo performances, as well as with his project, the supergroup Black Country Communion. In a Billboard magazine interview Eddie Van Halen named “Burn” one of his favourite ever guitar riffs. 


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1980
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The sky is red, I don't understand
Past midnight I still see the land
People are sayin' the woman is damned
She makes you burn with a wave of her hand 
The city's a blaze, the town's on fire 
The woman's flames are reaching higher 
We were fools, we called her liar 
All I hear is "Burn!"

I didn't believe she was devil's sperm 
She said, "Curse you all, you'll never learn!
When I leave there's no return "
The people laughed till she said, "Burn!"
Warning came, no one cared 
Earth was shakin', we stood and stared 
When it came no one was spared 
Still I hear "Burn!"

You know we had no time
We could not even try 
You know we had no time 

You know we had no time
We could not even try 
You know we had no time 

The sky is red, I don't understand
Past midnight I still see the land 
People are sayin' the woman is damned
She makes you burn with a wave of her hand 
Warning came, no one cared 
Earth was shakin, we stood and stared 
When it came no one was spared 
Still I hear "Burn!"

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Deep Purple

Deep Purple are an English rock band formed in Hertford in 1968. They are considered to be among the pioneers of heavy metal and modern hard rock, although some band members claimed that their music cannot be categorised as belonging to any one genre. They were once listed by the Guinness Book of World Records as "the globe's loudest band", and have sold over 100 million albums worldwide, including 7.5 million certified units in the US. Deep Purple were ranked number 22 on VH1's Greatest Artists of Hard Rock programme. more »

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Written by: Ian Anderson Paice, David Coverdale, Jon Lord, Ritchie Blackmore, Glenn William Hughes

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13 facts about this song

Release Date
"Burn" is a song by English rock band Deep Purple. It was released on the album of the same name in February 1974.
Lineup
This was the first album to feature the Mark III lineup of the band. The musicians involved were David Coverdale (vocals), Glenn Hughes (bass and vocals), Ritchie Blackmore (guitar), Jon Lord (keyboards), and Ian Paice (drums).
Genre
"Burn" is classified under the genre of hard rock and heavy metal, combining fast-paced rhythms with powerful guitar riffs.
Songwriting Credit
The song "Burn" was written by all four members of the Mark III lineup, signifying their collective creative input.
Commercial Success
The album "Burn" reached number 3 in the UK Albums Chart, and the title track "Burn" became one of the band's most successful singles.
Performance
The song is known for its energetic delivery, with the dual vocals of Coverdale and Hughes, combined with the intricate guitar work of Blackmore, setting a new direction for the band's sound.
Cover Versions
"Burn" has been covered by numerous artists, including metal bands like Whitesnake and Metallica, showing its influence on contemporary rock music.
Live Performances
"Burn" remains a fan favorite and is regularly included in Deep Purple's live performances even today.
Music Video
Although music videos were not a norm in the 70s, a video exists for "Burn" comprising studio footage and clips of the band's performances.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Deep Purple, the band behind "Burn," was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2016, acknowledging their significant contribution to the genre.
Signature Song
"Burn" is considered one of Deep Purple's signature songs and showcases their ability to create powerful rock anthems. It is highly acclaimed by fans and critics alike, affirming its place in rock history.
Musical Influence
The song is credited for influencing several rock sub-genres, including early heavy metal and progressive rock, substantiating the band's seminal influence in rock music evolution.
Harpsichord Intro
"Burn" starts with a distinctive Baroque-inspired harpsichord intro by Jon Lord, before transitioning into the powerful hard rock sound that characterises the song.

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