Introduction
Steppenwolf’s “Born To Be Wild” from the iconic film “Easy Rider” (1969) is more than just a song; it’s a cultural anthem that captures the spirit of rebellion and freedom of the 1960s. As the roaring guitars and powerful vocals kick in, listeners are transported to a time when the open road symbolized adventure and a quest for self-discovery. This timeless classic has left an indelible mark on the world of rock and roll, solidifying Steppenwolf’s place in music history.
Did You Know?
- “Born To Be Wild” was written by Mars Bonfire, a Canadian musician.
- Released in 1969, the song became Steppenwolf’s most successful single, reaching No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100.
- The track gained immense popularity after being featured in the film “Easy Rider,” contributing significantly to the counterculture movement.
- Steppenwolf, led by John Kay, formed in 1967 and continued to influence rock music throughout the late ’60s and ’70s.
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Lyrics: Born To Be Wild
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 spaceI like smoke and lightning
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 spaceLike a true nature’s child
We were born, born to be wild
We can climb so high
I never wanna dieBorn to be wild
Born to be wildGet 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 spaceLike a true nature’s child
We were born, born to be wild
We can climb so high
I never wanna dieBorn to be wild
Born to be wild