Flaming Youth
Kiss
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Whoo yeah My parents think I'm crazy and they hate the things I do I'm stupid and I'm lazy, man, if they only knew How flaming youth will set the world on fire Flaming youth, our flag is flying higher and higher and higher My uniform is leather, and my power is my age I'm gettin' it together to break out of my cage Cause flaming youth will set the world on fire Flaming youth will set the world on fire Flaming youth, our flag is flying higher and higher and higher Flaming youth will set the world on fire Flaming youth will set the world on fire Flaming youth will set the world on fire Flaming youth will set the world on fire Flaming youth will set the world on fire Flaming youth, our flag is flying higher and higher And higher and higher and higher and higher and higher
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Written by: BOB EZRIN, PAUL FREHLEY, GENE (USA 2) SIMMONS, PAUL STANLEY
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Album Release"Flaming Youth" is a track off the successful album, "Destroyer," released by Kiss in 1976.
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Chart RankingThe song was successful in terms of chart performance, reaching the #74 position on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States.
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Unique Instrumentation"Flaming Youth" includes unique instrumentation and sound effects that were unusual for a rock song at the time. It features a Moog synthesizer and processed talking parts to create an eerie effect.
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First SingleIt is noteworthy that "Flaming Youth" was the first Kiss single that credited all four band members (Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Ace Frehley, and Peter Criss) as songwriters.
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Producer's InfluenceThe song has a different sound as compared to other Kiss songs, which is mainly attributed to the producer, Bob Ezrin. He played a significant role in shaping the song and the entire "Destroyer" album's sound.
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Lyric InterpretationThe lyrics of "Flaming Youth" were intended to capture the rebellious spirit of the rock and roll lifestyle and the energy of young rock fans.
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Live PerformancesDespite its popularity, "Flaming Youth" was not often performed live after the initial promotional tour for the "Destroyer" album.
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Cover ArtThe cover art for the "Flaming Youth" single features an image of the band members with their makeup and costumes, highlighting their trademark theatrical style.
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Song's Reputation"Flaming Youth" is considered a fan favorite among die-hard Kiss fans and is often cited as a highlight of the "Destroyer" album.
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Multiple Re-ReleasesThe song has been re-released several times on various Kiss compilation albums, including "Kiss 40" and "The Best of Kiss, Volume 2: The Millennium Collection."
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