Height of the Fighting (He-La-Hu)

Heaven 17

About Height of the Fighting (He-La-Hu)

"The Height of the Fighting (He-La-Hu)" is a song by British new wave and synth-pop band Heaven 17, released in 1982 as the fifth and final single from their debut album Penthouse and Pavement. It was written by Martyn Ware, Ian Craig Marsh and Glenn Gregory, and produced by Ware and Marsh. "The Height of the Fighting" was remixed for its release as a single, with more aggressive drums plus brass both missing from the album track. The added horn section was performed by Beggar and Co. The song failed to make a chart appearance in the UK, while in New Zealand it reached No. 20. 


Year:
1993
3:05
42 
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Heat War (They sent you to do it, do it)
Sweat Law (If you can't move it, prove it)

[Chorus:]
At The Height Of The Fighting
He-la-hu
At The Height Of The Fighting
He-la-hu

Heat War (If you don't like it, fight it)
Sweat Law (If you can't take it, fake it)
Heat War (They sent you to do it, do it)
Sweat Law (If you can't move it, prove it)

[Chorus:]

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Heaven 17

Heaven 17 are an English New Wave synthpop band originating from Sheffield in the early 1980s. Originally a trio, the band comprised Martyn Ware (keyboards), Ian Craig Marsh (keyboards) (both previously with The Human League) and Glenn Gregory (vocals). Although most of the band's music was recorded in the 1980s, they have occasionally reformed to record and perform since then, playing their first ever live concerts in 1997. Marsh left the band in 2007 and Ware and Gregory continued to perform as Heaven 17 since then. more »

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Written by: GLENN GREGORY, MARTYN WARE, IAN CRAIG MARSH

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8 facts about this song

Composition & Lyrics
"Height of the Fighting (He-La-Hu)" is a song by the English synth-pop band Heaven 17, which celebrates the spirit of resistance and revolution. The lyrics draw on political themes, a common characteristic of the band's music.
Album Details
The song is part of their debut studio album, "Penthouse and Pavement", which was released in 1981. The album reflected a more political and socially conscious attitude compared to other synth-pop music of that time.
Backstory
The title "He-La-Hu" reportedly stands for "Helter skelter, law and order, hullabaloo" symbolizing chaos, justice, and uproar respectively. This choice of wording further highlights the band's inclination toward social commentary.
Chart Performance
Though "Height of the Fighting (He-La-Hu)" was not released as a single, the album "Penthouse and Pavement" did well on the UK Albums Chart, peaking at number 14.
Music Style
Heaven 17 are known for their unique blend of electronic music with soul and pop elements. "Height of the Fighting (He-La-Hu)" showcases these influences, alongside the band's distinctive use of synth and drum machines which were influential in shaping the sound of the 1980s.
Album Artwork
The album cover for "Penthouse and Pavement" features an iconic design by Ray Smith. The bold graphic illustration and use of vibrant colors fit well with the tone of tracks like "Height of the Fighting (He-La-Hu)".
Band's Reputation
Heaven 17 is often praised for their intellectual approach to pop music. They’re not afraid to infuse their tracks with sociopolitical messages, as seen in the lyrics of "Height of the Fighting (He-La-Hu)".
Critical Reception
Although specific reviews of "Height of the Fighting (He-La-Hu)" are less common, the album as a whole received positive feedback from critics for its forward-thinking production and stylistic variance.

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