Wang Dang Sweet Poontang (Live 1978)

The Zoo Crew is spinning Ted Nugent's "Wang Dang Sweet Poontang (Live 1978)" from the Double Live Gonzo! album, igniting the airwaves for the Zoo Freaks with its raw energy. Originally dropped in 1977 on Cat Scratch Fever, this track became a staple for its blistering guitar and bold attitude. In a 1980 Musician magazine interview, Nugent bragged that his Detroit solo from September 3, 1979, was the "second most important event of the 1970s," a testament to his larger-than-life swagger. Drummer Mike Portnoy later praised the 1977 live intro as "one of the greatest live intros of all time," cementing its legendary status. The song’s cheeky lyrics about Nadine sparked chatter, with a 2007 Reason magazine piece joking whether politicians grooving to it ever caught its explicit vibe.

Recorded live in July 1977 at Nashville Municipal Auditorium, the Double Live Gonzo! version kicks off with Nugent dedicating it to "all that Nashville pussy," a line so iconic it birthed the band name Nashville Pussy. It’s a fan favorite, landing at No. 4 on Ultimate Classic Rock’s list of Nugent’s top songs and No. 3 on Classic Rock History’s rundown. In 2017, when Nugent’s White House visit made waves, actor Chad Lowe tweeted a photo of him with President Trump, captioned "Wang Dang Sweet Poontang!"—proof the song’s cultural bite endures. A March 2025 post on Nugent’s X account hyped a rare Whiplash Bash ’88 performance, showing it still revs up crowds.

Born Theodore Anthony Nugent on December 13, 1948, in Detroit, Michigan, Ted Nugent caught the rock bug early, forming the first Amboy Dukes in 1965 while living in Chicago. Named after a gritty novel, the band took shape after Nugent returned to Michigan in 1967, mixing psychedelia with high-octane shows. Their 1968 single "Journey to the Center of the Mind" broke into the top 20, launching them nationwide. Band drama left Nugent steering solo by the mid-1970s, where he unleashed anthems like "Stranglehold," "Cat Scratch Fever," and "Wang Dang Sweet Poontang." His wild stage persona—think loincloths and Tarzan vibes—earned him the "Motor City Madman" nickname.

Stay in the loop with Nugent’s music, tours, and fiery opinions on his official site at tednugent.com, packed with updates and exclusive gear. He’s all over social media, dropping posts on Facebook, Instagram, and X, blending tour news with rants on hunting and politics. Fans connect at places like the Ted Nugent Fan Club on Facebook, swapping concert tales and rare finds. Another gem is nugentfan.com, a fan-driven hub with detailed discographies, show archives, and active forums for Nuge devotees.