Introduction
“Born to be Wild” is a classic rock song by the Canadian-American band, Steppenwolf. The song was released in 1968 and has since become a staple of rock radio. The song’s lyrics celebrate the freedom and rebellion of the counterculture movement of the 1960s.
Verse 1
Get your motor runnin’
Head out on the highway
Lookin’ for adventure
And whatever comes our way
The opening lines of “Born to be Wild” set the tone for the rest of the song. The lyrics speak to the desire for adventure and freedom that characterized the counterculture movement of the 1960s.
Chorus
Yeah, darlin’ go make it happen
Take the world in a love embrace
Fire all of your guns at once
And explode into space
The chorus of “Born to be Wild” is an anthem for rebellion and freedom. The lyrics encourage listeners to live life to the fullest and to break free from the constraints of society.
Verse 2
Like a true nature’s child
We were born, born to be wild
We can climb so high
I never wanna die
The second verse of “Born to be Wild” continues the theme of freedom and rebellion. The lyrics celebrate the primal nature of humanity and the desire to live life on one’s own terms.
Chorus
Yeah, darlin’ go make it happen
Take the world in a love embrace
Fire all of your guns at once
And explode into space
The chorus of “Born to be Wild” repeats, driving home the message of the song and encouraging listeners to embrace their wild side.
Bridge
And when the devil wants to dance with you, you better say never
Because a dance with the devil might last you forever
The bridge of “Born to be Wild” takes a darker turn, cautioning listeners against the temptation of the devil and the consequences of giving in to one’s wild side.
Chorus
Yeah, darlin’ go make it happen
Take the world in a love embrace
Fire all of your guns at once
And explode into space
The chorus of “Born to be Wild” repeats once more, driving home the message of the song and encouraging listeners to embrace their wild side.
Conclusion
“Born to be Wild” is a classic rock song that celebrates the freedom and rebellion of the counterculture movement of the 1960s. The song’s lyrics encourage listeners to break free from the constraints of society and to live life on their own terms. With its iconic chorus and driving beat, “Born to be Wild” remains a staple of rock radio to this day.
