Call Of The Wild
Deep Purple · Other Songs - Deep Purple
operator i'm looking for a girl
you've got to help me get through
i don't know much about her
so i'm relying on you
she got rhythm but no sense of timing
she likes living but she's got no address
operator you've got to get me out of this mess
let me tell you about her
she ain't got a face
she ain't got a name
she ain't got a leg to stand upon
she's out of touch
but not out of mind
and i've got to see again that gypsy child
operator this is the call of the wild
she's a hitch hiker never gets a ride
but you can bet she's on time
she's always around but so hard to find
she causes trouble she never takes offence
dirty mind a heart of gold
operator don't you put me on hold
she ain't got a face
she ain't got a name
she ain't got a leg to stand upon
she's out of touch
but not out of mind
and i've got to see again that gypsy child
operator this is the call of the wild
you've got to help me get through
i don't know much about her
so i'm relying on you
she got rhythm but no sense of timing
she likes living but she's got no address
operator you've got to get me out of this mess
let me tell you about her
she ain't got a face
she ain't got a name
she ain't got a leg to stand upon
she's out of touch
but not out of mind
and i've got to see again that gypsy child
operator this is the call of the wild
she's a hitch hiker never gets a ride
but you can bet she's on time
she's always around but so hard to find
she causes trouble she never takes offence
dirty mind a heart of gold
operator don't you put me on hold
she ain't got a face
she ain't got a name
she ain't got a leg to stand upon
she's out of touch
but not out of mind
and i've got to see again that gypsy child
operator this is the call of the wild
Call Of The Wild
Deep Purple's "Call Of The Wild" stands as a defining track from their 1973 album, *In Rock*. The song exemplifies the band's transition into a heavier, hard rock sound, characterized by Ian Gillan's soaring vocals and Ritchie Blackmore's distinctive guitar work. It captures the raw energy and theatricality that became hallmarks of the group's mid-1970s output. As a staple of their live performances and a frequent inclusion in their greatest hits compilations, the recording remains a powerful representation of British hard rock during its golden era. The track continues to resonate with fans who appreciate its blend of melodic sensibility and aggressive instrumentation.