Under a Raging Moon
Roger Daltrey
Become A Better Singer In Only 30 Days, With Easy Video Lessons!
In the searchlights You could see us as you circled round Down below us you were screaming I could hear the sound I could see your arms reaching up to me Like a demon, I could feel the madness Running through the crowd We were freedom From the moment that we hit the ground And the wild man, he laid the thunder down. Do you remember me, like I remember you In a sea of hands you came shining through In the mist of time I can see it now All my life I will remember this (under a raging moon) For this moment I was born for it (under a raging moon) Under a raging moon, we were flying there Under a raging moon, we saw Zion there It ended all too soon, under a raging moon We were out there When they handed us the rebel's crown All the headlines All they tried to do was tear us down But the wild man, he didn't fool around Do you remember me, cause I remember you Yeah you won my love, when the dream came true When my blood ran high, I can hear it now All my life I will remember it (under a raging moon) For this moment I was born for it (under a raging moon) Under a raging moon, we were flying boy Under a raging moon, it's worth dying for It ended all too soon, under a raging moon Taking me back to better times We never read the danger signs Why are the young, why are the young so blind?
Become A Better Singer In Only 30 Days, With Easy Video Lessons!
2 fans
Written by: JOHN PARR, JULIA ANNE DOWNES
Lyrics © CARLIN AMERICA INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
20 facts about this song
Historical context"Under a Raging Moon" is the title track of Roger Daltrey's sixth solo studio album, released in 1985. This album is Roger's tribute to his recently deceased Who bandmate, Keith Moon.
|
Artist CollaborationAlthough the song was recorded for Roger Daltrey's solo album, it was written and produced by Julia Downes and John Parr. John Entwistle, the Who's bassist, played on the track.
|
Tribute AspectThe song culminates with an explosive drum solo that features several well-known rock drummers. These solos were specifically included as a tribute to Keith Moon, who was famous for his unique and powerful drumming style.
|
Special guestsThe drummers who made their appearances for the tribute drum solo include Carl Palmer of Emerson, Lake & Palmer, Stewart Copeland of The Police, and Cozy Powell of Rainbow and Black Sabbath, among others.
|
Chart PerformanceDespite receiving little radio airplay, "Under a Raging Moon" was successful in chart performance. It reached No. 43 on the Billboard 200 and No. 10 in the UK Albums Chart.
|
Album themeIn the whole album, Daltrey expressed the theme of aging and coming to grips with youth's passing, which could be considered as a direct response to Moon's untimely death.
|
Video versionThe MTV-style music video for "Under a Raging Moon" is a complex, special effects-laden mini-movie, which was an unusual style for a Daltrey video.
|
Production factsIt took four months for the recording of "Under a Raging Moon" album with each of the guest drummers having their own dedicated day to lay down their solos.
|
Critical acclaimThe song and album haven been praised for their emotive and heartfelt tribute to Moon, with critics noting the powerful lyrics and explosive drum solos as its highlight.
|
Album cover artThe cover of the album depicts Roger Daltrey leaning on a mini, with an empty space next to him and a full moon in the background, presumably signifying the absence of Keith Moon.
|
Genre Classification"Under a Raging Moon" is a rock song, showcasing the classic British hard rock sound reminiscent of the 80s era.
|
Album FactThe song is the title track of Roger Daltrey's sixth solo studio album that was released in September 1985.
|
Dedication"Under a Raging Moon" was expressly made as a tribute to Keith Moon, The Who's original drummer, who was a close friend of both Entwistle and Daltrey.
|
Drum Solo HomageIt features a drum solo which includes assistance from several popular drummers of the time, as a salute to Moon's unique and wild drumming style. Notable participants include Martin Chambers from The Pretenders, Zak Starkey, son of Ringo Starr, and Stewart Copeland of The Police.
|
SongwritersThe track was written by Julia Downes and John Parr, not by John Entwistle nor Roger Daltrey.
|
Commercial SuccessThe album, and by extension the song, enjoyed some success and charted at no. 43 on the UK Albums Chart and at no. 46 on the U.S. Billboard 200.
|
Video RepresentationThe music video showcases Roger Daltrey fantasizing about performing with a band in front of an audience while he's working on a car.
|
Critical Reception"Under a Raging Moon" has been praised for its evocative lyrics, bringing an emotional resonance to it as a tribute to a friend, while the energetic music reflects the life and spirit of Keith Moon.
|
Emotional ConnectionThe song and its performances were notably emotional for both Entwistle and Daltrey. They had lost not just their band’s drummer but a close, personal friend in Keith Moon.
|
Live PerformancesThe song was regularly incorporated into Daltrey's solo performances and even some of The Who's concerts.
|
Citation
Use the citation below to add these lyrics to your bibliography:
Style:MLAChicagoAPA
"Under a Raging Moon Lyrics." Lyrics.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 24 Apr. 2024. <https://www.lyrics.com/lyric/9777811/Roger+Daltrey/Under+a+Raging+Moon>.
Powered by CITE.ME
Discuss the Under a Raging Moon Lyrics with the community:
Report Comment
We're doing our best to make sure our content is useful, accurate and safe.
If by any chance you spot an inappropriate comment while navigating through our website please use this form to let us know, and we'll take care of it shortly.
Attachment
You need to be logged in to favorite.
Log In