Though it was released as an airplay-only single in the U.S. (making it ineligible for the Billboard Hot 100 at the time), its success was massive.
: The lyrics explore the concept of free will and spiritual choice. Lines like "I have come to save the day" and "I won't leave until I'm done" reflect a messianic figure offering a path of love and unity to humanity. lenny_kravitz_are_you_gonna_go_my_way_official_...
The Official Music Video , directed by , became a cultural phenomenon on MTV. Though it was released as an airplay-only single in the U
The track is frequently cited for its "retro" feel, heavily influenced by Jimi Hendrix's psychedelic and funk-rock style. Lines like "I have come to save the
: The song is written from the perspective of Jesus Christ , whom Kravitz has called "the ultimate rock star".
: After capturing the music, Kravitz wrote the lyrics on a brown paper bag at his loft on Broome Street and recorded the vocals the very next day. Lyrical Meaning: The "Ultimate Rock Star"