Head on

The Jesus and Mary Chain

About Head on

"Head On" is a song written by Jim Reid and William Reid of the Scottish alternative rock band The Jesus and Mary Chain. It was originally recorded for the group's 1989 album Automatic and was released as a single in November 1989.


Year:
1989
4:11
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As soon as I get my head round you
I come around catching sparks off you
I get an electric charge from you
That second hand living it just won't do

And the way I feel tonight
I could die and I wouldn't mind
And there's something going on inside
Makes you want to feel makes you want to try
Makes you want to blow the stars from the sky
I can't stand up I can't cool down
I can't get my head off the ground

As soon as I get my head round you
I come around catching sparks off you
And all I ever got from you
Was all I ever took from you

And the world could die in pain
And I wouldn't feel no shame
And there's nothing holding me to blame
Makes you want to feel makes you want to try
Makes you want to blow the stars from the sky
I'm taking myself to the dirty part of town
Where all my troubles can't be found

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The Jesus and Mary Chain

The Jesus and Mary Chain are a Scottish alternative rock band formed in East Kilbride, Scotland in 1983. The band revolves around the songwriting partnership of brothers Jim and William Reid. They released a string of albums, singles and EPs between their 1983 formation and their 1999 breakup, and gained notoriety in their early days for short sets and violence that became common at their live shows. In 2007, the band reunited. more »

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Written by: James Reid, William Reid

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12 facts about this song

Band Background
"Head On" is a song by the Scottish alternative rock band, The Jesus and Mary Chain.
Song Release
The song was originally released as a single in October 1989.
Album Feature
"Head On" is also featured on the band's third studio album "Automatic", which was released in the same year.
Chart Position
The song reached number 2 on the Modern Rock Tracks chart in the U.S., making it one of the band's most successful songs in America.
Style Classification
"Head On" is known for its catchy rhythm and melody, which is a fusion of post-punk, shoegaze, and alternative rock.
Song Lyrics
Often understood as depicting a struggle with self and identity, the lyrics are somewhat abstract, leaving room for various interpretations.
Pixies Cover
The song was famously covered by American alternative rock band Pixies, and the cover was included in their 1991 album "Trompe le Monde".
Cover Popularity
The cover version by Pixies also gained widespread acclaim, with many fans discovering the song through this cover and subsequently exploring more of The Jesus and Mary Chain's discography.
Live Performances
"Head On" became a staple of The Jesus and Mary Chain's live performances in the years following its release. The band still frequently performs the song at their shows.
Cultural Impact
The song has been featured in several films and TV shows, further cementing its status as a classic within the alternative rock genre.
Video Game Feature
"Head On" is featured on the soundtrack of the video game "Tony Hawk's American Wasteland".
Reissue
"Automatic", the album featuring "Head On", was remastered and reissued in 2006 and again in 2011, reintroducing the song to new audiences.

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