Cold as Ice
Foreigner
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Hey baby, if you're falling down, I know what's good for you all day Are you worried what your friends see And will it ruin your reputation loving me? 'Cause I'm a dirty white boy, yeah a dirty white boy, a dirty white boy Don't drive no big black car, don't like no Hollywood movie stars You want me to be true to you, you don't give a damn what I do to you I'm just a dirty white boy (dirty white boy) dirty white boy (dirty white boy) Dirty white boy, dirty white boy Well I'm a dirty white boy, (dirty white boy), dirty white boy, yeah dirty white boy A dirty white boy I've been in trouble since I don't know when I'm in trouble now and I know somehow I'll find trouble again I'm a loner but I'm never alone Every night I get one step closer to the danger zone 'Cause I'm a dirty white boy,(dirty white boy) yeah dirty white boy (dirty white boy) I'm a dirty white boy, dirty white boy Come on come on boy, (dirty white boy) white boy (dirty white boy) I'm a dirty white boy, dirty white boy Hey I'm a dirty white boy (dirty white boy) yeah I'm a dirty white boy (Dirty white boy) dirty white boy yeah
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Written by: LOU GRAMM, MICK JONES
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15 facts about this song
Origin"Cold as Ice" is a song performed by British-American rock band "Foreigner."
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WritersThe song was penned by band members Lou Gramm and Mick Jones.
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Release Date"Cold As Ice" was released as a single in 1977.
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AlbumIt is the second track on Foreigner’s self-titled debut album "Foreigner."
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Chart PerformanceThe song was a commercial success, reaching number two in Canada and number six on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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Song MeaningThe song narrates a tale of a selfish lover who is so cold and unemotional that she is described as being "as cold as ice."
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LyricsThe lyrics emphasize the pain of being in a relationship with someone who doesn't emotionally reciprocate.
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Musical CompositionThe musically, it's an upbeat rock/pop song with a catchy chorus that belies its more serious lyrical content.
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Pop Culture"Cold as Ice" became an enduring classic and continues to be played on classic rock radio and featured in movies and television shows.
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Cover VersionsConsidering its popularity and success, the song has been covered by several artists over the years, including M.O.P., who sampled it on their song of the same name.
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Song LegacyDecades after its release, the song maintains its popularity due to its relatable lyrics and catchy tune. The song, with its instantly recognizable piano riff, has become one of the band's most popular and enduring hits.
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Use in Media"Cold as Ice" has been featured in TV shows like "Family Guy," "That '70s Show," and "The Simpsons." It has also appeared in films such as "Rocky III" and more recently in "The Hitman's Bodyguard."
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Awards and NominationsDespite its commercial success and enduring legacy, the song did not win any major music awards. However, its success helped establish Foreigner as one of the top rock bands of the late 1970s and early '80s.
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Live Performances"Cold as Ice" remains a staple of Foreigner's live performances and is often a crowd favorite.
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Music VideoThe music video of "Cold as Ice" features the band performing the song on stage with energetic lighting and effects, further intensifying the song's rock energy.
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