The track was recorded at in the Netherlands. It underwent significant changes during production:
The lyrics reference the infectious nature of the rhythm, claiming it will "thrill your soul".
It was originally titled "Motor Factory" and featured entirely different lyrics before Jeff Lynne reworked it into the rockabilly anthem known today. ELO - Rock'n roll is king
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The song remains a fan favorite and a frequent closer for Jeff Lynne's live performances, including his massive 2014 Hyde Park concert . The track was recorded at in the Netherlands
It mentions "rolling over Beethoven," a clear reference to both the Chuck Berry classic and ELO's own 1973 hit cover of "Roll Over Beethoven".
The song features a prominent electric violin solo by Mik Kaminski, a nod to the band's classical-rock fusion origins. Видео E
Lyrically, the song is a "love letter" to rock and roll. It contains several self-referential and genre-specific nods: