Under My Wheels

Alice Cooper

About Under My Wheels

“Under My Wheels” is a rock song by Alice Cooper. It was originally released on the group's Killer album in 1971, and was also that album's first single release. The song was written by Michael Bruce, Dennis Dunaway and Bob Ezrin. The Alice Cooper band performed the song on The Old Grey Whistle Test in 1971. It was also performed in Germany on Beat Club. Since then, “Under My Wheels” has been a staple of Cooper's live shows, being the equal third most-performed song in his catalogue behind only “School's Out” and “I'm Eighteen”, though equalled by “Billion Dollar Babies”. It has been played regularly upon every tour Cooper has done since the single's release. It was re-recorded in 1988 by Cooper and Guns N' Roses, with the vocals performed as a duet between Cooper and Axl Rose, for the soundtrack of The Decline of Western Civilization Part II: The Metal Years on Slash Records , which came out after the release of the Raise Your Fist and Yell album, with its supporting US tour being opened by Guns N' Roses. 


Year:
1974
2:46
215 
#4

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The telephone is ringing
You got me on the run
I'm driving in my car now
Anticipating fun

I'm driving right up to you, babe
I guess that you couldn't see, yeah yeah
But you were under my wheels honey
Why don't you let me be?

'Cause when you call me on the telephone, sayin'
Take me to the show
And then I say honey I just can't go
The old lady says I can't leave her home.

Telephone is ringing
You've got me on the run
I'm driving in my car now
I got you under my wheels

I got you under my wheels
I got you under my wheels
Got you, under my wheels, yeah yeah
I got you, under my wheels!

Telephone is ringing
You got me on the run
I'm driving in my car now
Anticipating fun

I'm driving right up to you babe
I guess that you couldn't see, yeah yeah yeah
But you were under my wheels, honey
Why don't you let me be?

I got you under my wheels, yeah yeah
I got you under my wheels, wheels wheels
Gotcha, gotcha, gotcha

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Alice Cooper

Alice Cooper (born Vincent Damon Furnier; February 4, 1948) is an American rock singer, songwriter and musician whose career spans more than four decades. With a stage show that features guillotines, electric chairs, fake blood, boa constrictors, and baby dolls, Cooper has drawn equally from horror movies, vaudeville and garage rock to pioneer a grandly theatrical and violent brand of heavy metal designed to shock. more »

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Written by: Michael Bruce, Dennis Dunaway, Bob Ezrin

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20 facts about this song

Band Formation
"Under My Wheels" is a song by Alice Cooper, a band originally formed in Phoenix, Arizona, in 1964. Alice Cooper was not just the name of the lead vocalist, Vincent Damon Furnier, but also the entire band.
Genre Classification
The song, which is often classified under the genre of Hard Rock or Garage Rock, represents the pioneering spirit of Alice Cooper in these genres.
Album History
This track is from the band's fourth studio album, "Killer," which was released in 1971.
Song Popularity
"Under My Wheels" was the band's second chart-hit single, helping solidify Alice Cooper's success in the early 1970s.
Guest Appearance
In some live performances and recordings of "Under My Wheels," renowned guitarist Slash from the rock band Guns N' Roses has performed as a guest.
Cultural References
The track has been featured in various movies such as "Wayne's World," "The Simpsons" and "The Boys" which contributes to its popularity.
Single Release
"Under My Wheels" was also released as a single with "Desperado" as its B-side.
Cover Versions
Over the years, multiple bands and artists, including Hanoi Rocks and Iron Horse, have covered "Under My Wheels."
Song Meaning
The lyrics of the song depict car culture, emphasizing on the rebellion and freedom associated with it, a characteristic theme of Alice Cooper's music.
Live Performance
"Under My Wheels" has been performed at almost every Alice Cooper live show, making it one of his signature songs.
Release Facts
The song was first featured on the band's 1971 album "Killer". - "Under My Wheels" has been released as a single in the same year.
Chart Performance
Despite its popularity, "Under My Wheels" did not chart well in the U.S. - It ranked #59 in the UK Singles Chart in 1972.
Artistic Collaboration
The song was a collaboration between Alice Cooper, Michael Bruce, and Dennis Dunaway.
Music Video
The music video for "Under My Wheels" was filmed in a school gym, featuring Alice Cooper performing the song with his band.
Cover Versions
Renowned artists such as Guns N' Roses and Hanoi Rocks have covered "Under My Wheels" for their albums.
Song Theme
The song is known for its dark humor, as it talks about a man who runs over his girlfriend with his car.
Live Performances
"Under My Wheels" is a staple of Alice Cooper's live shows and is often used as a set opener.
Soundtrack Appearances
The song was featured in a number of films and TV shows including "Wayne's World" and "Supernatural."
Awards and Recognition
Even though "Under My Wheels" did not chart well initially, it has become one of Alice Cooper's signature songs and continues to receive airplay on classic rock radio stations.
Guest Performances
The band Guns N’ Roses debuted their version of "Under My Wheels" with Alice Cooper on vocals during the 1989 MTV Video Music Awards. It was later released on the 1991 album "The Decline of Western Civilization Part II: The Metal Years."

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