Passion

Rod Stewart · Absolutely Live [2011]

Somebody somewhere

In the heat of the night

Looking pretty dangerous

Running out of patience



Tonight in the city

You won't find any pity

Hearts are being twisted

Another lover cheated, cheated



In the bars and the cafes, passion

In the streets and the alleys, passion

A lot of pretending, passion

Everybody searching, passion



Once in love you're never out of danger

One hot night spent with a stranger

All you wanted was somebody to hold on to yeah

Passion, passion

Passion, passion



New York, Moscow, passion

Hong Kong, Tokyo, passion

Paris and Bangkok, passion

A lotta people ain't got, passion



Hear it in the radio, passion

Read it in the papers, passion

Hear it in the churches, passion

See it in the school yards, passion



Once in love you're never out of danger

One hot night spent with a stranger

All you wanted was somebody to hold on to yeah

Once in love you're never out of danger

One hot night spent with a stranger

All you wanted was somebody to hold on to yeah



Alone in your bed at night, passion

It's half past midnight, passion

As you turn out your sidelight, passion

Something ain't right, passion



There's no passion, there's no passion

There's no passion, I need passion

You need passion, We need passion

Can't live without passion

Won't live without passion



Even the president needs passion

Everybody I know needs some passion

Some people die and kill for passion

Nobody admits they need passion

Some people are scared of passion

Yeah passion

Passion

Rod Stewart's rendition of "Passion" captures the enduring energy that has defined his career across decades. Featured on the 2011 live album Absolutely Live, this performance highlights his ability to command a stage with raw vocal power and charismatic delivery. The track sits within a broader discography that spans rock, pop, and soul, showcasing Stewart's versatility as a frontman. While known for timeless hits like "Sailing" and "Forever Young," Stewart continues to deliver compelling live interpretations that resonate with audiences. This recording reflects his commitment to maintaining high standards in performance, blending classic songwriting with the immediacy of a concert setting. The song serves as a testament to his lasting influence in the music industry, offering fans a dynamic snapshot of his artistry in action.