Silver Machine
Hawkwind
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I just took a ride in a Silver Machine And I'm still feeling mean Do you want to ride See yourself going by Other side of the sky Well I got a silver machine I've got a Silver Machine It flies Sideways through time It's an electric line To your Zodiac sign It flies out of a dream It's antiseptically clean You're gonna know where I've been I've got a Silver Machine
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Written by: Robert Newton Calvert, David Anthony Brock
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10 facts about this song
Release Information"Silver Machine" by Hawkwind was first released in 1972 in the United Kingdom.
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Chart PerformanceUpon its release, "Silver Machine" soared in popularity. The song peaked at number three on the UK Singles Chart, marking Hawkwind's most successful entry on charts.
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Featured VocalsUnlike other Hawkwind songs, "Silver Machine" features lead vocals from Robert Calvert – usually a poet and writer for the band, instead of the regular lead singer, Dave Brock.
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Song InspirationThe silver machine in the song's title isn't a spaceship, as many believe. Instead, it refers to lead vocalist Robert Calvert's silver bicycle, a source of great amusement for band members.
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Lyrics CreationThe lyrics to "Silver Machine" were supposedly written on the back of a tour bus concert itinerary, suggesting the spontaneous and on-the-move lifestyle of the band.
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Band CompositionWhen "Silver Machine" was recorded, Hawkwind was a seven-member band, including a dancer named Stacia, who was an integral part of their performances.
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Live Recording"Silver Machine" was recorded live at the Roundhouse in London during a benefit concert, and later had studio overdubs added.
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Re-releases"Silver Machine" has been re-released several times after the original version in 1972. The song was again released in 1976, 1983, and finally in 2006.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Silver Machine" was filmed at the Roundhouse and features on-stage footage of the band performing along with psychedelic visual effects.
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Pop Culture ReferenceDespite being a space rock band, Hawkword's "Silver Machine" was later covered by British heavy metal band Iron Maiden during their B-side on the "Running Free" single.
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