You
You wanted love
You wanted love
Dirty, dirty love
Don’t want lust
Just a little love
You want a bad reputation
You want to better your score
I got the qualifications
I can open any door
(Ooh, yeah)
Send for the man (Yeah)
Send for the man (Yeah)
You’re like a dream
You’re dirty, low and mean
You’re good enough to eat, yeah
You’re sticky, hot and sweet
Need a shot of rhythm and lovin’
You make a black sheep a ram
This ain’t no gun in my pocket
I got the goods in my hand
Yeah
Send for the man
Send for the man (Yeah)
Send for the man (Yeah)
Send for the man (Yeah)
Ah, you gotta keep away from the decadent man
Send for the man (Yeah)
You want a good time? (Yeah)
(Yeah)
Send for the man (Yeah)
Send for the man (Yeah)
(Yeah)
Lust, Rebellion, and Rock: Unpacking “Send For The Man”
With “Send For The Man,” AC/DC delivers a track that drips with the band’s signature swagger and unapologetic attitude. The lyrics speak to themes of desire and reputation, portraying a figure who is both sought after and self-assured. The recurring line, “Send for the man,” suggests a confidence in being the solution to someone’s search for excitement and satisfaction. Double entendres and cheeky metaphors, like “this ain’t no gun in my pocket,” add a playful, provocative edge to the song. The interplay between craving genuine affection and the temptations of wild, dirty love is classic AC/DC, blurring the lines between lust and romance over a driving rock rhythm.
Song Credits
- Artist: AC/DC
- Songwriters: Angus Young, Malcolm Young, Brian Johnson
- Release Year: 1985
- Label: Atlantic Records