Avenue B
Iggy Pop · Avenue B [1999]
Wrappers flying in the wind
Waitress up from Alabama
Can't believe the cold she's in
And me, I'm sitting in my castle
On the verge of a divorce
And if I haven't got a hassle
I'll create my own, of course
Still I gotta live with my feelings
But I know about science too
And fame and death and money
And what they do to you
And I am gonna need a miracle
I am gonna need a miracle
I am gonna need a miracle
Tonight on Avenue B
I bought about a hundred candles
I'm burnin' em both night and day
I'm sleepin' when I should be eatin'
Cryin' when I should be gay
My girlfriend's warm and loves me
She's knockin' but she can't get in
I'm a product of the paranoia
Of the age I'm in
And I am gonna need a miracle
I'm really gonna need a miracle
I'm really gonna need a miracle
Tonight on Avenue B
I see the students out my window
They're walking in their student clothes
Eatin' books and information
To make their understanding grow
Well, but this much I understand
It's hard to be an empty man
But since I gave em every part of me
I ain't free
And I am gonna need a miracle
I am gonna need a miracle
I am gonna need a miracle
Tonight on Avenue B
Avenue B
Iggy Pop's "Avenue B" stands as a defining track from his 1999 album of the same name, capturing the raw energy and theatricality that characterize his career. Released during a period where Pop revisited his early punk roots while refining his signature vocal style, the song exemplifies the chaotic yet melodic approach that made him an icon of rock and roll. The recording reflects the band's dynamic interplay, blending aggressive instrumentation with Pop's distinctive delivery to create a sound that resonates with fans of classic garage rock and punk. As part of his extensive discography, this work continues to showcase his ability to craft memorable moments that transcend specific eras, cementing his legacy as a pivotal figure in alternative music history.