Rock Legends Foreigner Create ‘No Limits’ Theme Song With ‘Hot Blooded’ Remix

There truly are “No Limits” to the relationship between legendary rock-n-roll band Foreigner and Texas Motor Speedway.

Foreigner and Texas Motor Speedway collaborated on a remix of the band’s hit song, “Hot Blooded,” that incorporates lyrics supporting the speedway’s “No Limits” marketing campaign and NASCAR racing in general. The song, which will be known as “Hot Blooded-No Limits,” was unveiled to a throng of fans and special guests Tuesday evening during Texas Motor Speedway’s 2012 Schedule Announcement Party at Gilley’s Dallas. A free download of the song is available at www.texasmotorspeedway.com.

Texas Motor Speedway plans to feature the remix of the chart-topping hit in its 2012 television and radio event advertising; position it as the theme song for race weekends and special events; offer downloads and ringtones of the song to its fans; and engage in further discussions with the band on additional ideas to utilize the speedway-specific anthem. Foreigner has pledged to donate royalties from the song in continuing support of Speedway Children’s Charities for whom the band has raised thousands of dollars as part of its NASCAR relationship.

“A couple of years ago we introduced one of the most legendary rock-n-roll bands of all time, Foreigner, to NASCAR and they fell in love with the sport and the ‘No Limits’ attitude at Texas Motor Speedway,” Gossage said. “Now we have entered into a unique creative arrangement with their legendary leader Mick Jones, lead singer Kelly Hansen and the guys in the band. They have rewritten one of the classic rock songs of all time. ‘Hot Blooded’ is now ‘Hot Blooded – No Limits.’ Who would have thought – Foreigner, No Limits, Texas Motor Speedway – all together. They just cut the song in the studio and it’s hot for race fans. It’s been cool to work with them on this project.”

“Whether we are watching the race start from our friend (and NASCAR Sprint Cup Series driver) Carl Edwards’ pit or playing our set for the fans on the start/finish line, the thrill of a Texas Motor Speedway event is a real rush,” said Foreigner’s leader and founder Mick Jones, who performed with the band for a NASCAR pre-race show at Texas Motor Speedway in April 2009. “It truly is Hot Blooded – No Limits.”

The 4-minute, 10-second song opens as the traditional “Hot Blooded” smash hit, but at the 1-minute, 15-second segment lead singer Kelly Hansen begins the “No Limits” verses.

Now it’s up to you, we can make a secret rendezvous Just me and you, Ill show you racin’ like you never knew

Now there’s No Limits, check it and see

Hear my engine turning one ninety three

Come on baby, why don’t you take a chance?

It’s No Limits, No Limits

If it feels alright, maybe we can race all night

Shall I leave you my key?

But you’ve got to give me a sign, come on now, some kind of sign Tell me, should we start revving? Yeah, that flag looks green to me

Now it’s up to you – fender grindin’ is what we’re gonna do

If your timing’s is right you can see the checkered flag tonight

Now there’s No Limits, check it and see

Hear my engine turning one ninety three

Come on maybe you’ll be lucky tonight

It’s No Limits, No Limits

Hansen then closes the song with a shout-out to NASCAR legend Richard Petty with the verse of “Richard Petty is King. Yeah, this racin’ is my thing.”

“Hot Blooded” was released as a single in July 1978 and reached a high of No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart by September. The single, from the seven-time Platinum album “Double Vision,” was certified Platinum (one million units sold) by the Recording Industry Association of America.

Texas Motor Speedway is allowing fans the opportunity to download the song for free for 24 hours beginning this evening on www.texasmotorspeedway.com.

To coincide with the release of Foreigner’s new album “Feels Like The First Time,” “Hot Blooded-No Limits” will soon become available at iTunes where charges are applicable.

A free download of a special ring tone of “Hot Blooded-No Limits” will be available on the speedway website beginning this evening and throughout 2012. Fans also will be able to share the song from the speedway site with their friends through social networks Facebook and Twitter.

Texas Motor Speedway PR