Let’s Get It Up

Zoo Freaks, get ready to crank it up as the Zoo Crew spins "Let’s Get It Up" by AC/DC from their 1981 album For Those About to Rock We Salute You. This track, the first single from the album, is a high-energy anthem that captures the band’s raw, unapologetic rock spirit. Frontman Brian Johnson described the song to Kerrang! magazine’s Sylvie Simmons as "Filth, pure filth. We’re a filthy band," embracing the band’s cheeky, suggestive lyrical style. The song’s infectious riff and chant-like chorus made it a staple for arena rock, peaking at No. 13 on the UK singles chart. Fun fact: the UK single’s B-sides featured live versions of "Back in Black" and "T.N.T.," recorded in Landover, Maryland, in December 1981, giving fans a taste of AC/DC’s electrifying live performances.

Another tidbit about "Let’s Get It Up" comes from its music video, which was among the early videos to gain traction on MTV when the channel launched in 1981. Directed by Derek Burbidge, the video used live footage from AC/DC’s For Those About to Rock tour, showcasing Angus Young’s frenetic guitar work and Brian Johnson’s commanding stage presence. Posts on X from the official @acdc account note that the band rejected a record company idea to film a promo video for the album’s title track dressed as gladiators, opting instead for authentic live footage to capture their raw energy. This commitment to authenticity helped the song resonate with fans, though some critics, like Robert Christgau, playfully jabbed at its simplistic lyrics, suggesting Johnson might not distinguish "his dick from the light tower."

AC/DC was formed in Sydney, Australia, in 1973 by brothers Malcolm and Angus Young, who remain the band’s core. The Young brothers, born in Scotland and raised in Australia, were inspired by rock pioneers like Chuck Berry and Little Richard. They started jamming as teenagers, with Malcolm on rhythm guitar and Angus on lead, developing their signature high-voltage sound. The band’s early lineup included drummer Colin Burgess, bassist Larry Van Kriedt, and vocalist Dave Evans, but it stabilized by 1977 with Phil Rudd on drums, Cliff Williams on bass, and Bon Scott as frontman. Their debut album, High Voltage (1975), was a raw, bluesy rock record that built a cult following in Australia. After Scott’s tragic death in 1980, Brian Johnson joined, and the band skyrocketed to global fame with Back in Black, now one of the best-selling albums ever. AC/DC’s relentless focus on simple, powerful riffs and no-frills rock has kept them a defining force in the genre.

Stay connected with AC/DC through their official website, where you can find tour dates, music, and merch. Follow them on Facebook, Instagram, and X for the latest updates and throwback posts about their storied career. Fans can dive deeper at sites like AC/DC Wiki, a fan-driven hub for band history and trivia. On Facebook, groups like AC/DC Fans and AC/DC Worldwide are buzzing with Zoo Freak energy, sharing memes, concert stories, and love for tracks like "Let’s Get It Up." Keep rocking, Zoo Crew!