Radar Love
Golden Earring · The Red Bullet Years [2002]
There's a voice in my head that drives my heel.
My baby call said I need you here.
It's half past four and I'm shifting gears.
When she gets lonely and the longing gets too much,
She sends a cable coming in from above.
Don't need a phone at all.
We got a thing that's called radar love
We got a wave in the air
Radar love
The radio's playin' some forgotten song.
Brenda Lee's coming on strong.
The road has got me hypnotized,
As I spin into a new sunrise.
When I get lonely and I'm sure I've had enough,
She sends comfort coming in from above.
Don't need no letters at all.
We got a thing that's called radar love
We got a line in the sky
No more speed I'm almost there.
Gotta keep cool, now, gotta take care.
Last car to pass, here I go.
And the line of cars goes down real slow.
The radio plays that forgotten song.
Brenda Lee's coming on strong.
The news man sang his same song,
One more radar lover gone.
When I'm feeling lonely and I'm sure I've had enough.
She sends the comfort coming in from above.
Don't need no letter at all
We got a thing that's called radar love
We got a line in the sky
We got a thing and its called radar love
We got a thing that's called
Radar love
Radar Love
Golden Earring's "Radar Love" stands as a defining track from their 2002 compilation, The Red Bullet Years, capturing the band's signature blend of Dutch rock and psychedelic pop. Recorded during a period of renewed energy for the group, the song exemplifies their ability to fuse intricate guitar work with melodic sensibilities that have made them a staple of the rock canon. As part of a collection of reissues celebrating their extensive catalogue, the recording highlights the band's enduring influence on the genre, showcasing a sound that remains vibrant and engaging decades after its initial release. The track serves as a testament to their mastery of rhythm and harmony, offering listeners a glimpse into the musical landscape of the early 2000s through the lens of this iconic Dutch act.