Weekend

Eddie Cochran

About Weekend

"Weekend" is a song recorded by Eddie Cochran. The song was written by Bill and Doree Post and recorded in April 1959.


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(La-la-la, la-la-la-la)
(La-la-la, la-la-la-la)

Friday night, everything's right for the weekend
Crazy clothes, anything goes on a weekend
John called Ann and Jim got Sue
I made a date with little ol' you
Off we went to make a big tent on the weekend

Boy, it's great, just a-stayin' out late on a weekend
Know a spot and like it a lot on a weekend
Took a road to Lookout Hill
The view up there is sure a thrill
What a night to hold you tight on a weekend

There we were just sittin' cool and cozy
Just about to steal a little kiss
The police with a flashlight bright and nosy
Sayin', "holdin' neck o'er there, what is all this?"

Car top down, just ridin' around on a weekend
Took a chance on crashin' a dance on a weekend
We were almost inside the place
When somebody slammed the door in my face
"Hey, you guys have gotta wear ties on a weekend!"

No harm done, just a-havin' some fun on a weekend
That was all, we had a big ball on the weekend

(La-la-la, la-la-la-la)
(La-la-la, la-la-la-la)

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Eddie Cochran

Ray Edward 'Eddie' Cochran (October 3, 1938–April 17, 1960) was an American rock and roll pioneer who, in his brief career, had a small but lasting influence on rock music through his guitar playing. Cochran's rockabilly songs, such as "C'mon Everybody", "Somethin' Else", and "Summertime Blues", captured teenage frustration and desire in the late 1950s and early 1960s. He experimented with multitrack recording and overdubbing even on his earliest singles, and was also able to play piano, bass and drums. His image as a sharply dressed, rugged but good-looking young man with a rebellious attitude epitomized the stance of the Fifties rocker, and in death he achieved an iconic status. more »

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Written by: Bill Post, Doree Post

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10 facts about this song

Release Year
The song "Weekend" was released by Eddie Cochran during his peak years in the year 1960.
Posthumous Release
Tragically, Eddie Cochran died in a car crash in April 1960. Therefore, the song "Weekend" was released posthumously in August of the same year.
Songwriters
The song was written by Bill and Doree Post, which signifies the collaboration of outside songwriters in his catalog.
Record Label
The song "Weekend" was published under the Liberty Records label, which was Eddie Cochran's home label during most of his recording career.
Chart Performance
Despite being a posthumous release, "Weekend" was a successful single in the UK. It reached number 15 on the UK Singles Chart.
Relevance to Cochran's Image
The song follows the "rock and roll rebel" image that Eddie Cochran was known for as it talks about the anticipation and excitement of the weekend.
Song Length
The original song lasts for a duration of 1 minute and 48 seconds, keeping in tune with the short, catchy style of many early Rock and Roll songs.
Influence on Artists
Eddie Cochran's music, including songs like "Weekend," has influenced many rock and pop musicians including The Beatles, The Who, and Led Zeppelin.
Cover Versions
The song was later covered by several artists, indicating its enduring popularity over the years. Some notable covers include versions by Alvin Stardust and Dave Edmunds.
Legacy
Despite his short career, Eddie Cochran left a significant impact on the rock and roll scene. Songs like "Weekend" are celebrated as classics of the Rockabilly genre.

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