Fire with Fire
Scissor Sisters · 2010
13 min · 3 tracks · electronic music
An electrifying blend of disco-infused pop and glam rock that ignites the dance floor with infectious energy.
Top tracks — play these first
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Fire With Fire — The title track serves as an anthem of liberation and self-expression, encapsulating the album's energetic spirit with its driving beat and soaring vocals.
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Fire With Fire (Rory Phillips mix) — This remix elevates the original's danceability while introducing fresh electronic elements, showcasing the versatility and appeal of the song across different settings.
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Fire With Fire (a cappella) — Stripped down to just vocals, this version highlights the harmonies and vocal prowess of the band, revealing the depth of their artistry beyond production.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The single showcases strong production and catchy hooks but lacks depth for lasting engagement.
What we noticed
- The main track features a driving beat with layered synths and prominent bass lines that create an energetic dance atmosphere.
- The Rory Phillips mix introduces a more pronounced electronic edge, emphasizing the track's disco influences while altering the arrangement.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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4/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — 'Fire with Fire' solidified Scissor Sisters' mainstream presence after 'Ta-Dah'.
- Themes
- dance floor liberation· neon-lit nightlife· glam rock revival
- Career context
- Released in 2010, 'Fire with Fire' marked the lead single from Scissor Sisters' third studio album, 'Night Work'. This album came after their successful second album, 'Ta-Dah', which included hits like 'I Don't Feel Like Dancin'' and showcased a shift towards a more mature sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lady Gaga· Dua Lipa· Empire of the Sun
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Fire With Fire
The chorus builds dramatically, emphasizing themes of passion and urgency as it repeats key phrases that ignite excitement.
This repetition not only enhances memorability but also creates an anthemic quality that invites sing-alongs during live performances.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Fire With Fire 4:22
- 2 Fire With Fire (Rory Phillips mix) 5:53
- 3 Fire With Fire (a cappella) 3:39
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