Let’s get the party started
And, lady, do your tricks
Let’s get the joint a-jumping
The boys need their kicks
(Ha ha ha ha)
We’re gonna shock the nation
And make ’em flip their lids
You know you need a vacation
Ooh, bring along a bottle and enjoy the trip
I said, ride, ride, ride
Up all night
Ride
It’ll blow your mind
Baptism by fire
Go with them rolling tires
Baptism by fire
You snap a burning wire
Play your hand
Come on, and make a stand, hey
You hear her clap of thunder
Or feel her lightning spike
You get your pistons firing
It’s Lady Fortune’s night
Ride, ride, ride
Up all night
Ride
It’ll blow your mind
Baptism by fire
Now with them rollin’ tires
Baptism by fire
You feel the burnin’ wire
Baptism by fire
Shooting high and shooting higher, yeah
Play your hand
Come on, and play your hand
And let me show you how, yeah
Come on, and make a stand
It’ll blow your mind
Baptism by fire
Sweet, sweet desire
Baptism by fire
You got the burnin’ wire
Baptism by fire
Shooting high and shooting higher
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Igniting the Night: AC/DC’s “Baptism By Fire”
“Baptism By Fire” captures the electrifying spirit that AC/DC is known for, blending high-voltage rock with lyrics that pulse with energy and rebellion. The song kicks off with a call to action, inviting listeners to join the party and embrace the thrill of the unknown. References to “shocking the nation” and “blowing your mind” suggest an unrestrained dive into excitement and adventure, a hallmark of the band’s signature style.
Riding High on Adrenaline
Through metaphors like rolling tires and burning wires, the track paints a vivid picture of living life at full throttle. The repeated phrase “baptism by fire” symbolizes undergoing a transformative experience—one that tests limits and ignites passions. Lady Fortune’s presence hints at risk and reward, encouraging listeners to take chances, play their hand, and stand tall in the face of uncertainty.
Song Credits
“Baptism By Fire” was written by Angus Young, Malcolm Young, and Brian Johnson. The song was released in 1985 on the album Fly on the Wall under the Atlantic label.