Def Leppard - 20th Century Boy Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who originally wrote '20th Century Boy'?

   The song '20th Century Boy' was originally written by Marc Bolan of the band T. Rex.

2. When was the original version of '20th Century Boy' released?

   The original version of '20th Century Boy' by T. Rex was released as a single on March 2, 1973.

3. What notable element is included in the lyrics of '20th Century Boy'?

   The lyrics of '20th Century Boy' include a line 'sting like a bee,' which is a reference to a famous quote by Muhammad Ali.

4. Did '20th Century Boy' appear on the album Tanx initially?

   No, '20th Century Boy' was not included on the original release of the album Tanx. It appeared as a bonus track in later reissues starting from 1985.

5. How did the song perform on the UK Singles Chart?

   '20th Century Boy' entered the UK Singles Chart at number 3 and remained at that position for three weeks, spending a total of nine weeks on the chart.

6. Who covered '20th Century Boy' and released it in 1983?

   British rock band Girlschool covered '20th Century Boy,' and it was released as a lead single from their album 'Play Dirty' in October 1983.