This Girl
Slade · Slade In Flame [1974]
This girl ain't flying tonight this girl ain't trying tonight
she's only turning over, that's what makes a rover
think he ain't doin' it right.
This girl ain't giving her best this girl ain't living her best
she's only going under, that's what makes me wonder
who she'll be pickin' on next.
Chorus
Happy hunting all you sweet sinners all you losers,
all you winners, find your own peace of mind
Happy hunting all you live wires all you laughers,
all you criers, am I really unkind?
This girl ain't doing the rounds, this girl's become out of bounds;
She's only letting new loves that's what makes the true loves
think that she's out for the pounds.
This girl ain't doing her all, this girl ain't bouncing her ball;
She's only out to plunder that's what makes me wonder
If I should give her a call.
This girl ain't flying tonight, this girl ain't trying tonight;
She's only letting new loves that's what makes the true loves
think they ain't doing it right.
she's only turning over, that's what makes a rover
think he ain't doin' it right.
This girl ain't giving her best this girl ain't living her best
she's only going under, that's what makes me wonder
who she'll be pickin' on next.
Chorus
Happy hunting all you sweet sinners all you losers,
all you winners, find your own peace of mind
Happy hunting all you live wires all you laughers,
all you criers, am I really unkind?
This girl ain't doing the rounds, this girl's become out of bounds;
She's only letting new loves that's what makes the true loves
think that she's out for the pounds.
This girl ain't doing her all, this girl ain't bouncing her ball;
She's only out to plunder that's what makes me wonder
If I should give her a call.
This girl ain't flying tonight, this girl ain't trying tonight;
She's only letting new loves that's what makes the true loves
think they ain't doing it right.
This Girl - Slade
Released in 1974 on the album Slade In Flame, 'This Girl' is a quintessential example of Slade's energetic rock sound, blending their signature two-guitar attack with driving rhythms. The track exemplifies the band's ability to fuse hard rock with danceable pop sensibilities, a hallmark of their mid-1970s output. As part of their extensive discography, the song reflects the era's vibrant musical landscape where British rock bands were dominating global charts with anthemic, high-energy performances. Its enduring appeal lies in its infectious groove and the unmistakable vocal delivery that defined the Slade sound for decades.