Billy Idol

Lyrics

[Verse 1]
Hey little sister, what have you done?
Hey little sister, who's the only one?
Hey little sister, who's your Superman?
Hey little sister, who's the one you want?
Hey little sister, shotgun

[Chorus]
It's a nice day to start again
It's a nice day for a white wedding
It's a nice day to start again

[Verse 2]
Hey little sister, who is it you're with?
Hey little sister, what's your vice or wish?
Hey little sister, shotgun, oh yeah
Hey little sister, who's your Superman?
Hey little sister, shotgun

[Chorus]
It's a nice day to start again
It's a nice day for a white wedding
It's a nice day to start again

[Bridge]
Pick it up
Take me back home, yeah
[Verse 3]
Hey little sister, what have you done?
Hey little sister, who's the only one?
I've been away for so long
I've been away for so long
I let you go for so long

[Chorus]
It's a nice day to start again
It's a nice day for a white wedding
It's a nice day to start again

[Bridge]
There is nothin' fair in this world, girl
There is nothin' safe in this world
And there's nothin' sure in this world
And there's nothin' pure in this world
Look for something left in this world
Start again

[Chorus]
It's a nice day to start again
It's a nice day for a white wedding
It's a nice day to start again

Billy Idol, a musician, has released some of the best-known music singles, one of which is White Wedding. It is the second track on Billy Idol’s self-titled album, “Billy Idol”. The song was released as a single on October 23, 1982, and it reached #6 on UK’s singles chart and #36 on the US Billboard Hot 100. It is one of the iconic songs despite not being the highest charting song.

About White Wedding

White Wedding is considered one of the greatest songs of the 80s, and it's no wonder why. As one of Billy Idol's biggest hits, it has been enjoyed by audiences since its release in 1982. The song's steady beat and powerful lyrics make it a timeless classic.

The song's title "White Wedding" has many interpretations, but the most well-known explanation is that it symbolizes the white-hued purity of the wedding gown and the irony of the bride's hidden mischief and lustful desires.

According to Idol himself, the song was inspired by his relationship with a high school sweetheart whom he wanted to marry. The wedding never happened, as his girlfriend left him to pursue modeling, which caused Idol to pen the lyrics of the song.

The introductory arpeggio riff of White Wedding was created by Steve Stevens, the guitarist of the band. It was inspired by Sergio Leone’s “Spaghetti Western” movie soundtracks of the 1960s. The riff immediately captures the listener's attention, setting the tone for the whole song.

White Wedding's music video, directed by David Mallet, became an important part of the song's popularity. Billy Idol's signature sneer and punk rock style, as well as the Gothic and punk attire of his band members, was a representation of the counterculture of the 80s. The video features a goth wedding ceremony and a fight scene between the bride and a double of Idol.

The song has been covered by various artists and featured in numerous movies, television series, and commercials. In 2019, it was also featured in the trailer for the video game "Cyberpunk 2077".

In 2005, a remix version of White Wedding called "White Wedding Pt. 1" was released as a single and reached #23 in the UK charts. The remix featured a new electronic sound, which was a departure from the original punk rock sound of the song.

White Wedding remains one of Billy Idol's biggest hits, a rock classic that has stood the test of time. Its timeless intro riff, catchy lyrics, and video continue to captivate audiences worldwide, making it an important part of the 80s music history.

• Release Date: October 23, 1982
• Artist: Billy Idol