AC/DC Lyrics

AC/DC

AC/DC are a legendary Australian hard rock band, forming mainly in 1973 they have been one of the greatest acts in hard Guitar rock ever since. AC/DC is synonymous the world over with their larger-than-life stage performances and some of the most powerful, riff-driven music the world has come to know. Formed in 1973 by brothers Malcolm and Angus Young, the band went on to become bona fide rock icons.

Style and Years Active

AC/DC typical rock and roll sound, mixing in hard rock and blues-rock elements as well. Over a half century into their legendary career, the band continues to turn out unparalleled, high-energy rock whose appeal never falters.

Most Popular Work/Albums

Some of the most popular songs from AC/DC would be ones like:

• Highway to Hell – A rock anthem song given to fans around the world with its catchy chorus and pulsating electric guitar riffs.
• Back in Black - The second single and title track of their best-selling album, features one of the most recognizable riffs in hard rock history and serves also as a tribute to their late frontman Bon Scott.
• Thunderstruck – A stadium rock classic with its iconic guitar intro.
• Everybody Wants Some!! – Another concert favorite that demonstrates the band's ability to blend hooky rock choruses with powerful riffs
• You Shook Me All Night Long – A live staple that demonstrates AC/DC's innate gift for writing radio-friendly rock tunes.

Their acclaimed albums include:

• High Voltage (1975)
• Highway to Hell (1979)
• Back in Black (1980)
• For Those About to Rock We Salute You (1981)
• The Razors Edge (1990)

Lyrics and Analysis

AC/DC lyrics often accost topics related to rock and roll life, rebellion and merriment. For example, in Highway to Hell, “Living easy, livin' free, season ticket on a one-way ride” represents a careless abandon and an anti-authoritarian sentiment. It is rebellious and defiant in spirit, inviting listeners to follow their wild instincts and do as they please. The lines “Back in black…, I hit the sack…, I’ve been too long I’m glad to be back” fresh citation” emphasize AC/DC's vigor and spirit throughout "Back in Black," as the band returned with a vengeance even without dead lead vocalist Bon Scott. The fast pace of the song, along with its forceful lyrics, gives it an air of empowerment.

Influence on Listeners

The music of AC/DC strikes a chord with the mass and its latest release is no exception in this category and puts an average human being into hyper action, this fast paced action packed music is a great thing to listen to, whenever you are exhausted, this music will definitely make you get off the couchHere is a mini secret for you, remember back in the early 2000 when there was this trend of listening the song "Thunderstruck" to boost your brain power and the claim was that your brain a "Booster Shot" to your gray matter, that song right there is a classic and in my opinion one of the best in the band's large song book. The band has directly influenced countless rock and metal artists with their no-nonsense rock'n'roll style.

Feedback, Criticism, and Recognition

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