About the song
Let’s delve into the electrifying world of classic rock with “Barracuda” by Heart. Released in 1977, this iconic track is a fierce and unapologetic anthem that showcases the raw talent and powerhouse vocals of the Wilson sisters, Ann and Nancy.
Penned by Ann Wilson, Nancy Wilson, Michael DeRosier, and Roger Fisher, “Barracuda” is a fiery response to the music industry’s attempts to pigeonhole and exploit the band. With its searing guitar riffs, pulsating rhythm, and defiant lyrics, the song struck a chord with audiences, catapulting Heart to new heights of fame and acclaim.
“Barracuda” swiftly ascended the charts, reaching impressive positions on various music charts, including the Billboard Hot 100 where it peaked at number 11. Its success propelled Heart’s album “Little Queen”, on which it appeared, to platinum status, cementing the band’s status as rock royalty.
What sets “Barracuda” apart is its timeless relevance and enduring appeal. Its themes of empowerment, resilience, and defiance resonate just as strongly today as they did over four decades ago. Whether you’re rocking out in your living room or belting along to the lyrics in your car, “Barracuda” never fails to ignite a sense of rebellion and liberation.
As you listen to the thunderous roar of guitars and the soaring vocals of Ann Wilson, allow yourself to be transported back to the golden age of rock ‘n’ roll, where Heart reigns supreme as one of the most influential bands of all time. So crank up the volume, unleash your inner rock star, and let “Barracuda” take you on a wild ride through the annals of music history.
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Lyrics
So this ain’t the end, I saw you again, todayI had to turn my heart awaySmiled like the sun, kisses for everyoneAnd tales, it never failsYou lying so low in the weedsI bet you gonna ambush meYou’d have me down, down, down, down on my kneesNow wouldn’t you, barracuda? OhBack over time we were all trying for freeYou met the porpoise and me, uh-huhNo right, no wrong you’re selling a song, a nameWhisper gameAnd if the real thing don’t do the trickYou better make up something quickYou gonna burn, burn, burn, burn, burn to the wickOoh, barracuda, oh yeah“Sell me, sell you” the porpoise saidDive down deep now to save my head, youI think that you got the blues tooAll that night and all the nextSwam without looking backMade for the western pools, silly, silly foolsThe real thing don’t do the trick, noYou better make up something quickYou gonna burn, burn, burn, burn, burn it to the wickOhh, barra-barracuda, yeah