About the song
Steppenwolf’s “Born To Be Wild” is a quintessential rock anthem that has left an indelible mark on music history since its release in 1968. Penned by Mars Bonfire, the song quickly became an emblem of the counterculture movement of the 1960s, capturing the spirit of rebellion and freedom.
Featured on the band’s debut album, “Steppenwolf,” “Born To Be Wild” soared to the number two spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, solidifying Steppenwolf’s status as one of the most influential rock bands of the era. Its gritty vocals, electrifying guitar riffs, and driving rhythm struck a chord with audiences, earning widespread acclaim and enduring popularity.
The song’s iconic lyrics, which include the infamous line “heavy metal thunder,” became synonymous with the burgeoning biker culture of the time, inspiring generations of rockers and rebels. “Born To Be Wild” has since been featured in numerous films, television shows, and commercials, further cementing its status as a classic of the rock genre.
Decades after its release, “Born To Be Wild” remains a timeless anthem of freedom and adventure, continuing to resonate with audiences of all ages. Whether you’re hitting the open road or simply rocking out at home, Steppenwolf’s “Born To Be Wild” is sure to get your adrenaline pumping and your spirit soaring.
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Lyrics
Get your motor runnin’
Head out on the highway
Lookin’ for adventure
And whatever comes our way
Yeah, darlin’, go make it happen
Take the world in a love embrace
Fire all of your guns at once and
Explode into space
I like smoke and lightnin’
Heavy metal thunder
Racin’ with the wind
And the feelin’ that I’m under
Yeah, darlin’, go make it happen
Take the world in a love embrace
Fire all of your guns at once and
Explode into space
Like a true nature’s child
We were born, born to be wild
We can climb so high
I never wanna die
Born to be wild
Born to be wild
Get your motor runnin’
Head out on the highway
We’re lookin’ for adventure
And whatever comes our way
Yeah, darlin’ go make it happen
Take the world in a love embrace
Fire all of your guns at once and
Explode into space
Like a true nature’s child
We were born, born to be wild
We can climb so high
I never wanna die
Born to be wild
Born to be wild