Bang Bang
Iggy Pop · Live In San Fran 1981 [2008]
Young girls they know what they're after
Young girls don't kiss me goodbye
Rockets shooting up into space
Buildings they rise to the skies
Bang bang I got mine
Bang bang reach for the sky
I keep a good friend on video tape
He'll drive his sports car until it's too late
But we'll have a hot time on the town tonight
Cause love is my bet and it's the best yet
Bang Bang I got mine
Bang Bang sun don't shine
Bang Bang you all angels
Bang Bang now you all ought to be in pictures
Oh girl
Oh girl my problems can't follow me
Phone calls I take my machine
I wander lonely to the sea
Lonely ha Ha ha what does it mean
Bang Bang I got mine
bang Bang and you are next in line
Bang bang reach for the sky
Bang Bang sun don't shine
Rise buildings
Rise to the sky
Young girls they know what they're after
I said, young girls don't kiss me goodbye
Bang Bang
Iggy Pop's "Bang Bang" stands as a defining track from his 1981 live recording, "Live In San Fran 1981 [2008]." Released decades later, this energetic performance captures the raw power and theatricality characteristic of Pop's rock persona. The song exemplifies the garage rock revival movement of the early 1980s, blending high-energy instrumentation with Pop's signature vocal delivery. As part of a catalog that includes seminal works like "The Passenger" and "Lust For Life," this recording highlights his ability to deliver intense, crowd-pleasing material. The track remains a staple in discussions of post-punk and punk rock history, showcasing the enduring impact of his live performances from that era.