Search And Destroy
Iggy Pop · Somebody [2011]
I'm a runaway son of the nuclear a-bomb
I am a world's forgotten boy
The one who searches and destroys
Honey, gotta help me please
Somebody gotta save my soul
Baby, detonate for me
Look out honey 'cause I'm using technology
Ain't got time to make no apology
Soul radiation in the dead of night
Love in the middle of a firefight
Honey, gotta strike me blind
Somebody gotta save my soul
Baby, penetrate my mind
And I'm the world's forgotten boy
The one who's searchin', searchin' to destroy
And honey, I'm the world's forgotten boy
The one who's searchin', only to destroy
Look out honey 'cause I'm using technology
Ain't got time to make no apology
Soul radiation in the dead of night
Love in the middle of a firefight
Honey, gotta strike me blind
Somebody gotta save my soul
Baby, penetrate my mind
And I'm the world's forgotten boy
The one who's searchin', searchin' to destroy
And honey, I'm the world's forgotten boy
The one who's searchin', searchin' to destroy
Forgotten boy, forgotten boy
Forgotten boy, said hey forgotten boy
[Incomprehensible]
Search And Destroy
Search And Destroy stands as a defining anthem in Iggy Pop's extensive discography, capturing the raw energy that has characterized his career for decades. Originally recorded during his early years with The Stooges, the track exemplifies the high-octane punk rock sound that Pop helped pioneer. The song's driving rhythm and aggressive vocal delivery reflect his reputation as the Godfather of Punk, showcasing a style that blends rock and roll with an almost primal intensity. While this version appears on the 2011 album Somebody, the composition remains a staple of his live performances and essential recordings. It serves as a powerful reminder of Pop's enduring influence on modern rock music, maintaining its relevance through decades of evolving musical trends and stylistic shifts within the genre.