Shock Me

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About Shock Me

"Shock Me" is a song by American hard rock band Kiss, which first appeared on their 1977 album Love Gun. It was written by lead guitarist Ace Frehley, who made his lead vocal debut. The song was inspired by an event that took place during Kiss' Rock and Roll Over tour, when he was nearly electrocuted. It was ranked #50 in Guitar World magazine's "100 Greatest Guitar Solos Ever".


Year:
2006
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Your lightnin's all I need
My satisfaction grows
You make me feel at ease
You even make me glow
Don't cut the power on me
I'm feelin' low, so get me high

Shock me, make me feel better
Shock me, put on your black leather
Shock me, we can come together

And baby, if you do what you've been told
My insulation's gone, girl you make me overload

Don't pull the plug on me, no, no
Keep it in and keep me high

Shock me, make me feel better
Shock me, put on your black leather
Shock me, we can come together
Come on

Shock me, baby, shock me, oh yeah
Shock me, baby, shock me, oh yeah

Shock me, make me feel better, oh yeah
Come on and shock me, put on your black leather
Baby, I'm down to the bare wire
Shock me, we can come together
Oh yeah, I wanna feel your power
Shock me, make me feel better
Baby, I'm down to the bare wire
Shock me, put on your black leather
Baby, come on, come on, shock me

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Kiss

A kiss is the act of pressing one's lips against the lips or other body parts of another person or of an object. Cultural connotations of kissing vary widely. Depending on the culture and context, a kiss can express sentiments of love, passion, affection, respect, greeting, friendship and good luck, among many others. In some situations a kiss is a ritual, formal or symbolic gesture indicating devotion, respect or greeting, as in the case of spouses kissing at the conclusion of a wedding ceremony or national leaders kissing each other in greeting, and in many other situations. more »

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Written by: ACE FREHLEY

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10 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Shock Me" is a track from the studio album "Love Gun," released by the American rock band Kiss in 1977.
Singer Switch
The song, is not sung by Kiss's usual lead vocalists, Paul Stanley or Gene Simmons, but instead by lead guitarist Ace Frehley. This marked the first time Frehley provided lead vocals.
Autobiographical Tune
"Shock Me" was inspired by an actual event where Frehley was electrocuted during a concert in Florida, receiving a shock from a faulty ground.
Critical Reception
Although not as popular as some other Kiss hits, "Shock Me" has been praised for its raw guitar riffs and is considered by some critics to be one of the band's better songs.
Live Debut
"Shock Me" had its live premier in 1977 during the Love Gun Tour.
Frehley's Signature Song
Despite not reaching chart-topping status, "Shock Me" is often viewed as Ace Frehley's signature song due to its autobiographical nature and his standout guitar work.
Sound
The song is notable for its classic rock sound, showcasing Frehley's guitar playing, including a lengthy, high-energy guitar solo.
Personal Influence
The incident that inspired the song not only had a profound effect on Frehley's life, nearly killing him, but also on his songwriting, prompting him to step up as a vocalist.
Performances
The song became a staple in Kiss concerts, particularly during solos when each band member had the opportunity to showcase their specific musical skills.
Cover Versions
"Shock Me" has been covered by numerous artists, including The Melvins, who included it on their 2003 album "Kiss tribute - Hard to Believe".

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