Spitfire

The Prodigy

About Spitfire

"Spitfire" is the sixteenth single released by the English electronic dance music group the Prodigy. It was initially released as a 12" vinyl record on 4 April 2005, as a digital download from iTunes the following day, and as a CD single on 11 April 2005. It was the third and last single from the album Always Outnumbered, Never Outgunned, on which it appeared as the opening track, and entered the UK Dance Chart at number one despite not charting on the all-genre UK Singles Chart. The backing vocals on "Spitfire" are performed by actress and singer Juliette Lewis and Natalie Appleton, Liam Howlett's wife. The song has been included in The Sopranos, Gotham, Freddy vs. Jason, House Of Wax and The Unborn soundtracks. It was previously the intro song at all of the National Hockey League's Calgary Flames home games and is also used as the ringwalk theme of boxer George Groves. 


Year:
2004
5:08
37 
#1

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If I was in world war two they'd call me spitfire
If I was in world war two they'd call me spitfire
If I was in world war two they'd call me spit.
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If I was in world war two they'd call me spitfire
If I was in world war two they'd call me spitfire
If I was in world war two they'd call me spit. fire
If I was in world war two they'd call me spitfire
Fire

Fire
Fire
Cause you know that I can

Fire

Cause you know that I can

If I was in world war two they'd call me spitfire
If I was in world war two they'd call me spitfire
If I was in world war two they'd call me spit. fire
If I was in world war two they'd call me spitfire
Fire

Cause you know that I can

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The Prodigy

The Prodigy are an English electronic dance music group formed by Liam Howlett in 1990 in Braintree, Essex, England. Along with Fatboy Slim, the Chemical Brothers, and other acts, The Prodigy have been credited as pioneers of the big beat genre, which achieved mainstream popularity in the 1990s and 2000s. They have sold over 25 million records worldwide. The group has won numerous music awards throughout their career, including two Brit Awards—winning Best British Dance Act twice, three MTV Video Music Awards, two Kerrang! Awards, five MTV Europe Music Awards, and have twice been nominated for Grammy Awards. more »

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Written by: LIAM HOWLETT, JULIET LEWIS

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11 facts about this song

Song Background
"Spitfire" is a song by British electronic group The Prodigy, taken from their fourth studio album Always Outnumbered, Never Outgunned.
Chart Performance
The song climbed to number 1 on the UK Dance Chart in 2004 and reached number 8 on the official UK Singles Chart.
Album Success
"Spitfire" contributed to the success of the album "Always Outnumbered, Never Outgunned," which topped several international charts including the UK Albums Chart.
Music Genre
The Prodigy offer a unique combination of electronic music styles in "Spitfire", including genres such as big beat, dance, and industrial music.
Song Length
The track has two versions – an edited version in the album running at 3:25 and the '05 Version' contained in their compilation album Their Law 1990–2005 running at 5:09 minutes.
Music Video
The music video of the song features footage from The Prodigy's live shows, projecting the high energy and raw passion that personifies the band's stage presence.
Lyrics
Contrary to public belief, the song lyric "Spitfire" was inspired by a WW2 aircraft, and not a type of beer from Britain.
Co-production
The song was co-produced by Liam Howlett and Neil McLellan, a long-time collaborator with the band.
Collaboration
"Spitfire" features guest vocals by actress and singer Juliette Lewis.
Public Impact
"Spitfire" was featured in the soundtrack of various video games including "Need for Speed: Most Wanted" and "Juiced: Eliminator," increasing its exposure and popularity among a diverse audience base.
Unique Sound
Renowned for its high tempo beat and electronic riffs, the song "Spitfire" is a classic representation of The Prodigy's distinctive sound.

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