Shot Down In Flames
AC/DC · Bonfire [1998]
Gonna give me good love
Anybody want to hang out with me
And give me plenty of
She was standing alone over by the jukebox
Like she's something to sell
I said, Baby what's the going price
She told me to go to hell
(CHORUS)
Shot down in flames
Shot down in flames
Ain't it a shame
To be shot down in flames
Singles bar, got my eye on a honey
Hanging out everywhere
She might be straight
She minds on her money
I really don't care, no
Said, Baby, you're driving me crazy
Layed it out on the line
When a guy with a chip on his shoulder said
Toss off buddy she's mine, oh
(CHORUS)
Hey you Angus, shoot me, shoot
That's nice, wow
Uh, oh oh, woooooh
(CHORUS)
Oh
Shot
(CHORUS)
I don't want to be in pain
Don't want to be shot down in flames
Shot Down In Flames
Shot Down In Flames stands as a defining track from AC/DC's 1979 album Highway to Hell, capturing the band at the height of their classic hard rock era. The song showcases the group's signature blend of driving rhythms and soaring guitar riffs that would come to define their sound. Written by Angus and Malcolm Young, the track reflects the band's ability to craft anthemic rock music with raw energy and precision. Its inclusion on the 1998 compilation Bonfire highlights its enduring appeal within the band's extensive catalogue. The recording remains a staple of their live performances, demonstrating the timeless quality of their songwriting and the powerful chemistry between the band members during this prolific period.