Uptempo Venomous Poison
Hives, The · Barely Legal
But a green light flashes before my eyes and it's time for my verbal flow
You're over there I'm over here
And I've got things to say
The latest news about this and that
And whatever might come my way
So I can tell you anything, anything you might want to know
It's the truth, so I've heard, so I've read
Yeah, that's the word
So I'm about to tell you anything, anything you might want to know
And I won't hold back, no way, 'cause I like the way we GO, GO, GO!
Tell me something, and I'll be gone
Twisting facts and surely I'll pass 'em on
I pass the word, I set it free
And every word you'll ever hear has at some point been through me
I can tell you anything, anything you might want to hear
So red light, yellow light, green light, go
Then I'm the one to put the word out there
Uptempo Venomous Poison
The Hives deliver a high-octane performance on Uptempo Venomous Poison, a standout track from their 2000 debut album Barely Legal. This recording captures the band's signature garage rock energy, blending raw punk aggression with tight, danceable rhythms. As part of their early discography, the song exemplifies the group's ability to craft infectious hooks that define the garage rock revival of the era. The track showcases the band's dynamic interplay and driving percussion, establishing a sonic identity that would later propel them to international acclaim. Uptempo Venomous Poison remains a vital piece of their catalogue, reflecting the urgency and precision that characterize their live performances and studio recordings alike.