: Mentioning a "gig in Arizona" where they have "second billing to the Rolling Stones". Commercial Performance
: The track features guest appearances by Deep Purple keyboardist Jon Lord on piano and synthesizer, as well as backing vocals by Vicki Brown .
: Lead singer Dan McCafferty's "gritty" and "screechy" vocals are noted for influencing later hard rock icons like AC/DC and Guns N' Roses. Lyrical Themes
While the song was a favorite on the radio and with fans, it had mixed chart success. : It reached number 41 on the UK Singles Chart.
The lyrics are described as a "stream of consciousness" mix of rock-and-roll touring life and spy-thriller imagery. They recount misadventures across various global locations, including: : Where the narrator is "shady" and left groggy.
: It performed significantly better in other regions, peaking at number 4 in Switzerland and number 7 in Austria. Nazareth Shanghai'd in Shanghai with Lyrics in Description
The song is characterized by a "bluesy swing" and heavy guitar riffs, often compared to the style of ZZ Top. : It was produced by Roger Glover of Deep Purple.