It's Five O'Clock
Aphrodite's Child, Demis Roussos
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It's five o'clock and I walk through the empty streets thoughts fill my head but then still No one speaks to me My mind takes me back to the years that have passed me by [interlude] It is so hard te believe that it's me that I see in the window pane It it so hard to believe that all this the way that it has to be It's five o'clock and I walk through the empty streets The night is my friend And in him I find sympathy thus so And so I go back to the years that have past me by [interlude] It is so hard to believe that it's me that I see in the window pane It it so hard to believe that all this is the way that it has to be It's five o'clock and I walk through the empty streets The night is my friend And in him I find sympathy He gives me day gives me hope and a little dream too
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Written by: RICHARD JULIAN FRANCIS, EVANGELOS PAPATHANASSIOU
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10 facts about this song
Band LineupThe song "It's Five O'Clock" is performed by the Greek progressive rock band Aphrodite's Child. The band consisted of Vangelis Papathanassiou (-keyboards), Demis Roussos (bass, vocals), Loukas Sideras (drums, vocals), and Anargyros "Silver" Koulouris (guitar).
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Chart SuccessReleased in 1969, "It's Five O'Clock" topped the charts in several countries, including France where it peaked at number 1.
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Album Title TrackThe song is the title track of Aphrodite's Child's second album, also titled "It's Five O'Clock."
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Significance of TimeThe song’s title refers to the time in the morning when people are just waking up, and it features lyrics that depict a sense of longing and heartbreak.
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Musical GenreAphrodite's Child is known for their psychedelic and progressive rock style, and "It's Five O'Clock" showcases these elements with the use of keyboards and a strong, melodic bass line.
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Song StructureUniquely, the song leads with a piano solo followed by a verse nearly 1 minute and 20 seconds into the start, indicating a less conventional structure than many popular songs of the time.
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Band BreakupAphrodite's Child disbanded shortly after releasing their third (and most famous) album '666', making "It's Five O'Clock" one of the last hits the band would have before their separation.
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Post-band SuccessMembers of the band, particularly Vangelis and Demis Roussos, went on to have successful solo careers. Vangelis is especially famous for his work on film soundtracks, including 'Chariots of Fire' and 'Blade Runner'.
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LegacyDespite being active for just a few years, Aphrodite's Child, with songs like "It's Five O'Clock," had a significant influence on progressive rock.
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Cover Versions"It's Five O'Clock" has been covered by different artists over the years, demonstrating its enduring appeal and the continuing relevance of its themes.
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