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About Stealin'
"Stealin'" is a song by British hard rock band Uriah Heep, from the concept album Sweet Freedom. The song was written by Ken Hensley, and it reached gold status in New Zealand. The B-side of the song is "Sunshine".
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Take me across the water cause I need some place to hideI done the rancher's daughter and I sure did hurt his prideHahaWell, there's a hundred miles of desert lies between his hide and mineI don't need no food and no water, Lord, cause I'm runnin' out of timeFightin', killin', wine and women gonna put me to my graveRunnin', hidin', losin', cryin', nothing left to saveBut my lifeStood on a ridge and shunned religion, thinking the world was mineI made my break and a big mistake, stealin' when I should have been buyin'All that fightin', killin', wine and those women gonna put me to an early graveRunnin', hidin', losin', cryin', nothing left to saveBut my life, life, life, life, life, life, life, life, lifeSo I stood on a ridge and shunned religion, thinking the world was mineI made my break and a big mistake, stealin' when I should have been buyin'I was stealin' when I should have been buyin'I was stealin' when I should have been buyin'Stealin' when I should have been buyin'Stealin' when I should have been buyin'Stealin' when I should have been buyin'Stealin' when I should have been buyin'Stealin' wooStealin' hahaha, yehI was stealin' when I should have been buyin'Stealin', oh yeh yeh yeh yeh yehStealin', oo-oo-oo-oo-oo-oo-ooStealin', rock'n'roll, all rightStealin', rock'n'roll, all rightStealin' babe, babeStealin', should, should, should have been buyin'Stealin', should, should, should have been buyin'Stealin', should have, should have, should have been buyin'Stealin', buying, yeah
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Uriah Heep
Uriah Heep is a 70s hard rock band named after a fictional character created by Charles Dickens in his novel David Copperfield. They are known for their songs Easy Livin' and The Wizard. more »
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Written by: KEN HENSLEY
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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12 facts about this song
Song Production"Stealin'" is a song by Uriah Heep from their album "Sweet Freedom" released in 1973. The song was produced by Gerry Bron, the band’s longstanding producer. |
SongwritersThe song was co-written by all five members of Uriah Heep including Ken Hensley, Mick Box, Lee Kerslake, David Byron, and Gary Thain. |
Chart PerformanceWhile not a chart-topper, "Stealin'" did manage to reach number 91 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the USA, which gave the band some degree of commercial success. |
Music Genre"Stealin'" incorporates elements of progressive rock, hard rock, and heavy metal. Uriah Heep is often cited as a pivotal force in the progression of these genres. |
Band Formation"Stealin'" was created by Uriah Heep, an English rock band formed in London in 1969. Their music is often characterized by complex arrangements, fantasy-themed lyrics, and David Byron's versatile vocal performances. |
Contribution to Rock MusicThe song is one of Uriah Heep's most famous songs and is considered a classic rock staple. It shows the band's musical versatility and has contributed to their longevity in the music industry. |
Live Performances“Stealin’” continues to be a constant part of the band's live performances. Its complex arrangement and powerful lyrics make it a crowd favorite during concerts. |
Lineup ChangeThis song marked one of the last releases featuring bassist Gary Thain who was part of the band's most stable lineup. Thain left Uriah Heep in 1975 due to health issues after contributing to several successful albums. |
Music VideoThe music video for "Stealin'" reflects the 1970s culture with a 'wild west' scene, which is now considered as a classic video clip in rock history. |
Cover VersionsVarious artists have covered "Stealin'" over the years, a testament to its enduring appeal and influence in rock music. |
Timeless AppealDespite being over four decades old, "Stealin'" continues to be played on classic rock radio stations worldwide, demonstrating the song's timeless appeal. |
Backing VocalsUnlike many of their songs where Ken Hensley provides the backing vocals, on "Stealin'," the lead singer David Byron doubles as the backing vocalist, which is a unique feature of this song. |
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