Kerb Crawler

Hawkwind

About Kerb Crawler

Kerb Crawler is a 1976 song by the UK rock group Hawkwind. It was originally released as a single in the UK (CB289) on 16 July 1976 taken from the album Astounding Sounds, Amazing Music. There are reportedly two versions of the A-side, the original mix and a remix by David Gilmour, although the latter is the most common and the version that appeared on the album. The B-side, "Honky Dorky", is the band jamming on the middle section of "Reefer Madness".


Year:
1994
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Single Mesh Gearbox
Overhead Cam
Mohair motorised wolf
L-L-L-L-Looking for lambs

Power-Assisted Steering
8-Track Stereo
Leopard Skin Upholstery
FM Radio

Kerb Crawler
White side walls with grooves
Kerb Crawler
So fast he hardly moves
Kerb Crawler
He really approves of
Your high heels clicking
Like a pair of cloven hooves

Excuse Me Lady
Are you looking for a lift?
I ain't going nowhere special
I'm just out on the drift
I'll take you anywhere you want
Drop you outside your door
I might drive us down the Autobahn
With my foot right to the floor

Fandago insect in the skyscraper shade
He's a night-city mantis
In the neon parade

Come on, come on

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Hawkwind

Hawkwind are an English rock band, one of the earliest space rock groups. Their lyrics favour urban and science fiction themes. They are also a noted precursor to punk rock and now are considered a link between the hippie and punk cultures. more »

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Written by: DAVE BROCK, ROBERT NEWTON CALVERT

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Release Information
"Kerb Crawler" is a song by the English rock band Hawkwind, released in 1976 as part of their studio album "Astounding Sounds, Amazing Music."
Band Line-up
The line-up of Hawkwind at the time of this album included Dave Brock, Nik Turner, Lemmy Kilmister, and Simon King among others.
Musical Style
The band Hawkwind is known for space rock, a genre of rock music that originated in the '60s and '70s, incorporating elements such as psychedelic rock, progressive rock, and electronic music. "Kerb Crawler" is no exception to the band's space rock style.
Lyrics & Meaning
In "Kerb Crawler," Hawkwind explores themes of a sociopolitical nature, including the darker aspects of life on the edges of society. The song's title and lyrics suggest the life of a "Kerb Crawler," a British term referring to those who drive slowly along the curb, often looking for prostitutes.
Album Reception
The album "Astounding Sounds, Amazing Music," which includes "Kerb Crawler," received mixed reviews when it was released. However, it has since come to be viewed as a seminal work in the Hawkwind discography.
Lemmy's Departure
This album marks the last appearance of Lemmy Kilmister, who would go on to form the band Motörhead, before his departure from Hawkwind.
Cover Version
Hard rock band Monster Magnet covered "Kerb Crawler" for their 2018 album "Mindfucker."

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