Show Business
AC/DC · '74 Jailbreak
You learn to play
Why don't the businessmen
Ever learn to pay
That's show business [Show business]
Show business [Show business]
Show business
That's the way it goes
You play in halls
Play in bars
You're climbin' walls
Chasin' stars
That's show business [Show business]
Show business [Show business]
Show business
That's the way it goes
You pay the man
You pay your dues
When it's all gone, ooh
You sing the blues
Show business [Show business]
Show business [Show business]
Show business
That's the way it goes
You wanna roll
You wanna rock
You find it hard
If your guitar's in hock
That's show business [Show business]
Show business [Show business]
Show business
That's the way it goes
You're smoking butts
They smoke cigars
You're drown in debt
They drown in bars
That's show business [Show business]
Show business [Show business]
Show business
That's the way it goes
You pull a chick
Take her home
No use, man
You're worn out to the bone
That's show business [Show business]
Show business [Show business]
Show business
That's the way it goes
That's show business, show business
That's show business, show business, show business
That's the way it goes
Know what I mean
Show Business
AC/DC's 'Show Business' stands as a quintessential rock anthem from the 1974 Jailbreak era, capturing the band's signature blend of hard rock and blues-infused energy. Released during a period of intense creative output, the track exemplifies the group's ability to craft high-octane performances that defined their catalogue. The song's driving rhythm and iconic vocal delivery reflect the broader musical landscape of the mid-1970s, where Australian rock groups were gaining significant international traction. It remains a staple of their live sets and a testament to the band's enduring influence on the hard rock genre, showcasing their mastery of guitar riffs and powerful vocals that continue to resonate with audiences decades later.