Introduction
Released in 1957, “Great Balls of Fire!” is one of Jerry Lee Lewis’s most famous songs. It was written by Otis Blackwell and Jack Hammer, and is a rock and roll song with a fast-paced tempo and a catchy melody.
Lewis’s powerful vocals and wild piano playing make the song even more exciting. “Great Balls of Fire!” was a hit in the United States, reaching number two on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It was also a hit in the United Kingdom, where it topped the UK Singles Chart.
The song has been covered by many artists, including Bruce Springsteen, Elton John, and Elvis Presley. It has been featured in many films, including “Back to the Future” and “The Blues Brothers.”
“Great Balls of Fire!” is a classic rock and roll song that has been enjoyed by generations of fans. It is a song that is sure to get you up and moving.
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Lyrics
You shake my nerves and you rattle my brain
Too much love drives a man insane
You broke my will, but what a thrill
Goodness gracious great balls of fireI laughed at love when I thought it was funny
But you came along and you moved me honey
I’ve changed my mind, this love is fine
Goodness gracious great balls of fireKiss me baby, woo, it feels good
Hold me baby, ooh, yeah, you gonna love me like a lover should
You’re fine, so kind, I’m gonna tell this world that you’re mine! Mine! Mine! Mine!I chew my nails, I twiddle my thumbs
I’m really nervous but it sure is fun
Come on baby, you drive me crazy
Goodness gracious great balls of fireOhhh, kiss me baby, woo-oooooo, feels good, yeah
Let me love you like a lover should.
You’re fine. So kind.
I gonna tell this world that you’re mine! Mine! Mine! Mine!I chew my nails and I twiddle my thumbs
I’m real nervous but it sure is fun
Come on baby, you drive me crazy
Goodness gracious great balls of fire