Some people say I’m only out at night
Maybe those folks might’ve got it right
And some people say I drive a Cadillac car
Or sell my wares haunting hotel bars
I’m the boogie man
Yeah
The boogie man
Yeah, yeah-yeah
I like fine suits, smoke the best cigars
Like talking sex to women, girls, in fast cars
I might be under the bed, ready to bite
So, little girl, be careful when you’re on your own, tonight
‘Cause I’m your boogie man
Your boogie man
And I hope that you don’t misunderstand
Your boogie man
I’m your boogie man
I’m the boogie man
Yes, I’m the boogie man
I’m your boogie man
Ow, here we go
And I hope that you don’t misunderstand
Your boogie man
And don’t let the sun come up on me
Your boogie man
I’m your boogie man, the boogie man
I’m your boogie man, the boogie man
I’m your boogie man, boogie man
Boogie man
I’m your boogie man
Yeah-yeah
I’m your boogie man
I’m your boogie man
Boogie man
The Mysterious Charm of the “Boogie Man”
AC/DC’s “Boogie Man” takes listeners on a playful journey into the persona of a classic rock ‘n’ roll antihero. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a charismatic, nocturnal figure who thrives in the shadows, blending elements of swagger and danger. With references to fine suits, cigars, and fast cars, the song leans into the mythos of the bad boy archetype. The repeated assurance of being the “boogie man” suggests both a warning and an invitation, blurring the line between menace and allure. The track’s tongue-in-cheek approach makes it as much about embracing one’s wild side as it is about the thrill of the unknown.
Song Credits
Artist: AC/DC
Songwriters: Angus Young, Malcolm Young, Brian Johnson
Release Year: 1995
Label: EastWest Records