I Got Mine

Motörhead

About I Got Mine

"I Got Mine" is a song by the British heavy metal band Motörhead. Released in 1983 in 7" and 12" vinyl pressings, the 12" has the bonus track "Tales of Glory". It is back with the B-side, "Turn You Round Again", which appears on CD re-issues of the Another Perfect Day album. The single reached number 46 in the UK Singles Chart. This single features guitarist Brian "Robbo" Robertson, who replaced "Fast" Eddie Clarke during their second U. S. tour.


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2011
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Here's the story, there's only me,
No other place for you to be,
It's only you babe, it's only you,
I can't believe the things you do,
Right now, right here,
Ain't gonna let you disappear,
Right now, this time,
You got yours and I got mine

Come on lover, go back to start,
I got your picture in my heart,
It's only me babe, it's only me,
Refuse disposal refugee,
Right now, right here,
You just might be my new career,
Right now, this time,
You got yours and I got mine

Come on baby, stay close to me,
You got me fallin' out my tree,
Be my lover, the only one,
Be anything but don't be gone,
Right now, right here,
Ain't gonna let you disappear,
Right now, this time,
You got yours and I got mine

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Motörhead

Motörhead ( /ˈmoʊtərhɛd/) are an English heavy metal band formed in 1975 by bassist, singer and songwriter Ian Fraser Kilmister, professionally known by his stage name Lemmy, who has remained the sole constant member. The band are often considered a precursor to or one of the earliest members of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal, which re-energised heavy metal in the late 1970s and early 1980s. To date, Motörhead have released twenty studio albums, seven live recordings, five compilation albums and five EPs. Usually a power trio, they had particular success in the early 1980s with several successful singles in the UK Top 40 chart. The albums Overkill, Bomber, Ace of Spades, and particularly No Sleep 'til Hammersmith, cemented Motörhead's reputation as one o… more »

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Written by: Brian Robertson, Ian Kilmister, Philip John Taylor

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10 facts about this song

Song Origins
"I Got Mine" is a rock song from the British band Motörhead. It was released on their seventh studio album, "Another Perfect Day," in 1983.
Line-up
It was the only album to feature guitarist Brian "Robbo" Robertson, who co-wrote "I Got Mine" along with lead vocalist and bassist Lemmy Kilmister, and drummer Phil "Philthy Animal" Taylor.
Influences
The song's lyrics reflect frontman Lemmy's punk ethos and lifestyle, with themes of self-reliance and defiance.
Musical Style
Unlike many other Motörhead songs, "I Got Mine" displays a more melodic side of the band, combining their heavy metal sound with elements of rock and roll and blues.
Reception
"I Got Mine" is a fan favorite due to its distinctive sound, showcasing Robbo's guitar playing ability and Motörhead's musicianship.
Live Performances
"I Got Mine" was rarely performed live by the band, making it a unique treasure for fans when the band did include it in their setlist.
Legacy
The song, like many of Motörhead's songs, directly influenced the development of the speed and thrash metal genre of the 1980s.
Lyrics
The lyrics, "I got mine, I got mine, I don't want a thing to change", display a strong sense of contentment and make it an uplifting song which stands in contrast to the often harsh realities presented in other Motörhead lyrics.
Cover Versions
"I Got Mine" has been covered by various artists over the years, demonstrating its enduring popularity and the respect Motörhead commands in the rock and metal community.
Lemmy's View
Although Lemmy was personally disappointed with the overall reception of "Another Perfect Day," he has expressed appreciation for "I Got Mine" in interviews, stating that it was one of the best songs he had ever written.

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