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Who sang Black and Blue?

Release date: 1988

Duration: 05:26

Van Halen released the song Black and Blue. Date of release: 1988.

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🎶 Black and Blue song analysis

The protagonist describes his sexual experience with his partner, emphasizing how much he enjoys rough play and even pain. He encourages his partner not to hold back and to continue even if it hurts. He repeats the phrase "black and blue" to describe the intensity of their physical interaction.

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This explanation is based on the lyrics of ‘Black and Blue’. The meaning is of course subject to interpretation.

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Van Halen, formed in 1973 in Pasadena, California, helped hard rock music regain popularity. Guitar virtuoso Eddie Van Halen led the band's energetic live shows, captivating audiences around the world. Their lasting impact on the music industry earned them induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2007.

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"Black and Blue" is a popular song by the American rock band Van Halen, featured on their 1988 album OU812. The song was released as the first single from the album and was a big hit, reaching #34 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #1 on the Billboard Album Rock Tracks. The track features powerful rock instrumentation, a hint of blues influence and Eddie Van Halen's phenomenal guitar solo.

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