“Paradise City” is a song by American hard rock band Guns N’ Roses. It was released in 1987, as the second single from their debut album, Appetite for Destruction. The song is a fast-paced, anthemic rock song with a catchy melody and lyrics about rock ‘n’ roll and escapism.
The song’s lyrics are about a speaker who is tired of their current situation and wants to escape to a better place. They sing about how they want to “go to Paradise City” and “leave this world behind”. They also sing about how they are “a rock ‘n’ roll star” and that they deserve to be treated like one.
The song’s message is one of escapism and rock ‘n’ roll excess. It is a reminder that we can all escape our problems if we believe in ourselves. The song also celebrates the hedonistic lifestyle of rock stars and the idea that anything is possible if you have enough money and drugs.
Fun Fact
Slash from Guns N’ Roses is that he is an avid collector of snakes and reptiles. Slash has a deep fascination with these creatures and has been known to keep a variety of exotic snakes as pets, including boa constrictors and pythons. His passion for reptiles even led him to collaborate with a company called Reptile Amplification to create a line of guitar amplifiers inspired by his love for snakes.
About the Artist
Guns N’ Roses is an American hard rock band from Los Angeles, California, formed in 1985. The band’s classic lineup consisted of vocalist Axl Rose, lead guitarist Slash, rhythm guitarist Izzy Stradlin, bassist Duff McKagan, and drummer Steven Adler. They are one of the best-selling music artists of all time, with over 100 million records sold worldwide.
The band’s debut album, Appetite for Destruction (1987), is the best-selling debut album of all time in the United States, with over 30 million copies sold. The album was a critical and commercial success, spawning the hit singles “Welcome to the Jungle”, “Sweet Child o’ Mine”, and “Paradise City”.
Guns N’ Roses are considered one of the most influential bands of all time. They have been cited as an influence by many other bands, including Metallica, Nirvana, and Soundgarden. The band’s live performances are legendary, and they are known for their energetic and chaotic stage shows.
