Highway To Hell
"Highway To Hell"
Buckle up for a roaring ride down the Highway To Hell! AC/DC's iconic 1979 anthem is a high-octane blast of pure rock and roll energy. With its unforgettable riff and Bon Scott's swaggering vocals, this hard rock classic is a rebellious celebration of a life lived on the edge. Get ready for a hellacious good time!
- TITLE: Highway To Hell
- BAND: AC/DC
- GENRE: Hard Rock
- OTHER: Workout Song
- RELEASEDAY: July 27
- YEAR: 1979
Highway To Hell, the title track of AC/DC's influential 1979 album, perfectly captured the band's raw and energetic hard rock sound. The song's instantly recognizable guitar riff, courtesy of Angus and Malcolm Young, is a masterclass in blues-infused rock simplicity. Bon Scott's charismatic and slightly mischievous vocals deliver lyrics that embody a carefree and rebellious attitude, solidifying the song's status as an anthem for those who live life on their own terms.
Released just months before Bon Scott's untimely death, Highway To Hell became one of AC/DC's most enduring and beloved songs. Its infectious energy and rebellious spirit resonated with audiences worldwide, propelling the album to international success and further cementing the band's legendary status. The song's enduring popularity lies in its raw power, its unforgettable riff, and its embodiment of the quintessential rock and roll attitude.
SONG MEANING: Despite its provocative title, the meaning of Highway To Hell is not necessarily a literal endorsement of a fiery afterlife. Instead, it's widely interpreted as a metaphor for the band's relentless touring schedule and the fast-paced, often chaotic lifestyle of a rock and roll band on the road. Bon Scott himself described it as being about the endless grind of touring from city to city, feeling like they were constantly on a "highway to hell" due to the demanding nature of their profession.
"AC/DC"
- TITLE: AC/DC
- ACTIVE: 1973–2016 (1973), 2018–present (2018)
- BAND: AC/DC
"Back In Black"
- TITLE: Back In Black
- BAND: AC/DC
- GENRE: Arena Rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal
- OTHER: Workout Song
- RELEASEDAY: July 25
- YEAR: 1980
