Man O'war

Ian Hunter · Other Songs - Ian Hunter

(ian hunter/mick ronson)



I never brush my teeth and I never wash

I guess I never bother with no brush

I don't care about a knife and fork

And don't you argue with the way that I talk

And all you ladies want my autograph

And have you seen my photo, have you seen my photographs....yeah



I hit the city when the sun goes down

I get this feeling that I'm running around

I love virgins, I like 'em petite

Cute little sister won't you sit on me

End up scoring, over 5 dollars down

You don't have to tell me I'm a clown



Cause I'm a bad mother - try me and see

I'm a bad mother - check my i.d.

I'm a bad mother - got nothing to do

If I could spit, I'd spit all over you.



I'm a man o' war, hey hey

The demon of the semen, I'm a man o' war

And you know it for sure, yeah

You better get back on your feet, I'm a man o' war



I tell my woman that I got this disease

She says, "honey, please, get down on your knees"

"you look so sexy when you sing with the band

Tie me up, tie me up, tie my hand".

How'd you like to do it with the leader of the pack

Cause baby, ain't got the germs and bad seeds back(? )



Cause I'm a bad mother - I get around

I'm a bad mother - I know the sound

I'm a bad mother - nothing to do

If I could spell, I'd put a spell on you



Cause I'm a man o' war hey hey

Ain't nobody told you I'm a man o' war

I got a gun for show, yeah

So get up on your feet I'm a man o' war

(come on mickey)



Cause I'm a bad mother - check me and see

I'm a bad mother - I got vd

I'm a bad mother - got nothing to do, oh

If I could spit, I'd spit all over you



I'm a man o' war hey hey

The demon of the semen, I'm a man o' war

And you know it for sure, yeah

Oh baby get up on your feet, I'm a man o' war



I'm a man o' war, I'm a man o' war

Give me an image, I'll take it to the limit

I'm a man o' war, I'm a man o' war

Mamma's little soldier, I'm a man o' war

All right, yeah.

Man O'war

Ian Hunter's 'Man O'war' stands as a testament to his enduring songwriting prowess within the realm of English rock. As the former frontman of Mott the Hoople, Hunter cultivated a distinct voice that blended sharp social observation with gritty, blues-inflected rock. This track exemplifies his ability to craft compelling narratives through music, maintaining the raw energy that defined his early career while showcasing the maturity of his later solo work. Hunter's discography is marked by a consistent exploration of personal and societal themes, delivered with a vocal style that remains both powerful and nuanced. 'Man O'war' contributes to a rich catalogue of recordings that have solidified his reputation as a significant figure in rock history, appealing to listeners who appreciate lyrical depth and dynamic musical arrangements.