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The World On Fire Lyrics — Jim Morrison | Dork

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Jim Morrison
The World On Fire Lyrics

Lyrics

The World On Fire

From An American Prayer1978

Written by Jim Morrison

Produced by Frank Lisciandro, John Haeny, The Doors

Lyrics

The World On Fire

The world on fire Taxi from Africa The Grand Hotel He was drunk - A big party last night. Back, going back In all directions. Sleeping these insane hours. I'll never wake up in a good mood again. I'm sick of these stinky boots.

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About this track

"The World On Fire" is a song by Jim Morrison from the album An American Prayer, released in 1978. The song was written by Jim Morrison. It was produced by Frank Lisciandro, John Haeny, The Doors.

Jim Morrison profile →An American Prayer album →Track profile →

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Frank Lisciandro— 3 credits as producer →
John Haeny— 21 credits as producer →
The Doors— 83 credits as songwriter & producer →
Jim Morrison— 198 credits as songwriter & producer →

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