Clock Strikes Ten

Cheap Trick

About Clock Strikes Ten

"Clock Strikes Ten" is a song released in 1977 by Cheap Trick on their second album, In Color. It was written by Cheap Trick guitarist Rick Nielsen. It was released as a single in Japan, where it was a major hit and reached #1 on their singles chart. Its success, as well as the success of two follow up singles, "I Want You to Want Me" and "Surrender", paved the way for Cheap Trick's famous concerts at Nippon Budokan in Tokyo in April 1978 that were recorded for the group's most popular album - Cheap Trick at Budokan.  


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Clock strikes ten it's a Saturday night
Got money in my pocket and it feels allright
Not stayin' home gonna stay out late
Gotta hear some rockin' music and it feels just great

Clock strikes twelve on a Saturday night
All the creeps are sleepin' all the cools in sight
All the kings and queens, they're out tonight
Lookin' for some action 'til I feel allright

Imagine what we're doin' tonight
You really got me goin' tonight
Imagine what we're doin' tonight
I'm crazy for some action tonight

Clock strikes two out all night
All my money's spent but that's allright
Not goin' home gonna stay out late
Get ready for some action want some action tonight

Imagine what we're doin' tonight
You really got me goin' tonight
Imagine what we're doin' tonight
I'm crazy for some action tonight

Clock stikes four I want some more
Everybody's layin' on the floor
Not goin' home gonna stay out late
Gotta hear that rockin' music it feels allright

Imagine what we're doin' tonight
You really got me goin' tonight
Imagine what we're doin' tonight
I'm crazy for some action tonight

Gonna get down
Gonna get on down
Gonna get down
Gonna get on down
Gonna get down
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Cheap Trick

Cheap Trick is an American rock band from Rockford, Illinois, formed in 1973. The band consists of Robin Zander (vocals, rhythm guitar), Rick Nielsen (lead guitar), Tom Petersson (bass guitar), and Bun E. Carlos (drums). Their biggest hits include "Surrender", "I Want You to Want Me", "Dream Police" and "The Flame". more »

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Written by: RICK NIELSEN

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15 facts about this song

Release Info
"Clock Strikes Ten" is a song by the American rock band Cheap Trick, released in 1977.
Album Info
"Clock Strikes Ten" appears on their second studio album, called 'In Color.'
Live Version
A live version of the song was released as a single in 1978 and reached number one in Japan, deepening the band's popularity in the country.
Songwriters
Written by the band's guitarist Rick Nielsen, it became one of the band's best-known songs and is considered a classic.
Band Lineup
At the time of recording, Cheap Trick included vocalist Robin Zander, guitarist Rick Nielsen, bassist Tom Petersson, and drummer Bun E. Carlos.
Performance Love
The song is a fan favorite and is known for its energetic performance, often used to close their live shows.
Chart Success
Although the studio version failed to chart in the US, the live version of "Clock Strikes Ten" reached number 1 on the Oricon Singles Chart in Japan.
Japan Popularity
The song's success contributed to Cheap Trick's significant popularity in Japan in the late 1970s, often referred to as "Cheap Trick mania."
Lyric Inspiration
The song's lyrics play on the anticipation and excitement of a fresh start that comes when the clock strikes ten.
Cover Versions
"Clock Strikes Ten" has been covered by several other bands, including Enuff Z'Nuff and Even Rude, showing the song's lasting impact and influence.
Music Genre
Classified under the punk rock, hard rock, or power pop genre, "Clock Strikes Ten" showcases Cheap Trick's distinctive sound blending pop melodies with harder rock elements.
Live at Budokan
The live version of "Clock Strikes Ten" that topped the charts in Japan is featured on Cheap Trick's famous 1979 album 'Cheap Trick at Budokan'.
Song Theme
The song is often seen as an anthem for the work-hard, play-hard rock 'n roll lifestyle.
Last Track
On the 'In Color' album, "Clock Strikes Ten" is the last track, ending the album on a high note.
Concert Staple
Despite not being one of the band's highest-charting hits, "Clock Strikes Ten" remains a staple of Cheap Trick's concert setlists.

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