The Wild Life
Bananarama · The Essentials
What your mother don't know
She won't mind
Her good advice was a waste of time
You wanna live fast
Cutting it fine
Make hay while the sun shines
No one there to say you're wrong or right
You've waited a lifetime
Burning all your bridges tonight
This is the wild life
It's the wild life
Wild life
This is the wild life
No stone left unturned
Jump in the fire you're gonna get burned
You might lose your way
When you come out to play
The wild life
I may be too young
But I've seen and done
Everything that they say is fun
I gotta find out for myself
In the end there's no one else
Every time I try to win I lose
I'm tired of waiting
Now I'm gonna make my own rules
This is the wild life
It's the wild life
Wild life
This is the wild life
No stone left unturned
Jump in the fire you're gonna get burned
You might lose your way
When you come out to play
The wild life
No one there to say you're wrong or right
You've waited a lifetime
Burning all your bridges tonight
This is the wild life
It's the wild life
Wild life
This is the wild life
No stone left unturned
Jump in the fire you're gonna get burned
You might lose your way
When you come out to play
The wild life
She won't mind
Her good advice was a waste of time
You wanna live fast
Cutting it fine
Make hay while the sun shines
No one there to say you're wrong or right
You've waited a lifetime
Burning all your bridges tonight
This is the wild life
It's the wild life
Wild life
This is the wild life
No stone left unturned
Jump in the fire you're gonna get burned
You might lose your way
When you come out to play
The wild life
I may be too young
But I've seen and done
Everything that they say is fun
I gotta find out for myself
In the end there's no one else
Every time I try to win I lose
I'm tired of waiting
Now I'm gonna make my own rules
This is the wild life
It's the wild life
Wild life
This is the wild life
No stone left unturned
Jump in the fire you're gonna get burned
You might lose your way
When you come out to play
The wild life
No one there to say you're wrong or right
You've waited a lifetime
Burning all your bridges tonight
This is the wild life
It's the wild life
Wild life
This is the wild life
No stone left unturned
Jump in the fire you're gonna get burned
You might lose your way
When you come out to play
The wild life
The Wild Life - Bananarama
Released on The Essentials, "The Wild Life" is a vibrant track by the British pop duo Bananarama, capturing the energetic spirit of 1980s new wave and dance-pop. The song features a driving rhythm and catchy melody that became a staple of their discography, reflecting the group's signature blend of upbeat production and melodic hooks. As part of their extensive catalog of hits, the recording exemplifies the era's sound, showcasing the duo's ability to craft anthems that resonated with audiences globally. Its inclusion in greatest hits collections underscores its status as a defining moment in their career, contributing to their legacy as one of the most successful pop acts of the decade.