Billy Idol

Lyrics

[Verse 1]
Well I met a little babe an hour ago
Wonder which way, which way the wind blow, yeah
[Another little babe in] a Hollywood bungalow
I was rockin' little lady In the city of light

[Chorus]
Yeah, I'm just another lost angel, woo
In the city of night (Ow!)
City of night
City of night
Woah, yeah
L.A. woman
L.A. woman
I said L.A. woman
L.A. woman
L.A. woman Sunday afternoon
L.A. woman Sunday afternoon
L.A. woman Sunday afternoon

[Verse 2]
Drive through your suburbs
Into your blues
Into your blues, yeah
Into your blue, blue, blues
Into your blues
Oh, yeah
[Verse 3]
I see your hair is burning, aw
Hills are filled with fire
If they say I never loved you
Well you know they are a liar
Driving down your freeways
[Hills and valleys] roam, baby
I seen it
Cops in cars, topless bars
Never saw a woman, ha ha qoo
So alone
So alone
Said so alone
Oh yeah
Whoa

[Guitar Solo]

[Verse 4]
Wine spo-dee-o-dee
She drink my wine spo-dee-o-dee okay
Ah wine spo-dee-o-dee
She drinkin' wine spo-dee-o-dee all day
I took my motorbike out and went for a ride
Slit the throat of the first babe who lied
See it it's twice his size ooh
Wine spo-dee-o-dee all right
Wine spo-dee-o-dee all day
Wine spo-dee-o-dee
Well she drinkin' wine spo-dee-o-dee
It's good for her body
Wine spo-dee-o-dee
[Chorus]
Another lost angel (Angel angel)
In the city of night
City of night
City of night
City of light
Whoa, yeah
Yeah
L.A, yeah

[Outro]
Come on
L.A. woman, come on
L.A. woman, come on
L.A. woman, come on
Yeah
I said you're my woman
And that's right
I said you're my woman
And I'm right
I said you're my woman
And that's right
I said you're my woman
And I'm right
I said L.A. woman
And that's rightEmbed

If you're a fan of Billy Idol, you are probably familiar with his iconic punk rock hits such as "Dancing with Myself" and "Rebel Yell". Yet, there's another song that's often overlooked and underappreciated, but it still packs a punch – L.A. Woman. This tune is a cover of the classic song by The Doors, but Idol put his spin on it and brought some fresh perspective to the story. The result is a thrilling and catchy tune that fans of rock music should definitely check out.

About L.A. Woman

The original song L.A. Woman was released by The Doors in 1971 as the title track of their last album with Jim Morrison as the lead singer. The song tells a story about the city of Los Angeles and the women who inhabit it. It's a gritty, bluesy track that reflects the hard life and fast-paced lifestyle of the city, which was both mesmerizing and dangerous at the same time.

Billy Idol's version was released almost two decades later, in 1990, and it brought a fresh breath of air to the classic tune. The song starts with a pulsating rhythm and a distorted guitar riff that sets the mood for the rest of the track. Idol's voice adds a layer of energy and excitement, breathing new life to the lyrics.

The cover maintains the essence of the original while introducing new elements that make it stand out. For example, Idol's version has a more guitar-driven sound, making the tune more dynamic and captivating. He also adds some new lyrics and verses that add a personal touch to the story, making it more relatable to modern audiences.

Although the song didn't perform as well on the charts as some of Idol's most famous hits, like "White Wedding" or "Eyes Without a Face", it still managed to reach #52 on the Billboard Hot 100. The song's popularity has endured throughout the years, thanks in part to its inclusion in popular movies and TV shows, as well as its iconic status in the rock music genre.

Billy Idol's L.A. Woman is a must-listen for fans of classic rock, punk, and blues. This cover is a testament to the timelessness of the original song, as well as Idol's talent as a musician and a performer. It's a perfect example of how new artists can pay homage to the classics while adding their own voice and style to the mix. Give it a listen, and you won't be disappointed!

• Release Date: May 1990
• Artist: Billy Idol