Working on It
Chris Rea
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Oh how I'd love it girl, just you and me Take the day and fly But oh this job, it's got the best of me Tell you why, tell you why Somebody above is in a desperate state Some kind of urgency, the kind that won't wait I say tomorrow, he say today And the man in my head well he tell me no way Keep working I got eight little fingers and only two thumbs Will you leave me in peace while I get the work done Can't you see I'm working Oh, oh I'm working on it Oh, oh I'm working on it Well they're coming from above me And they're coming from below Yea they're in there right behind me Everywhere that I go And my buddy, he's screaming down the telephone line He say gimme, gimme, gimme I say I ain't got the time Oh, oh can't you see I'm working on it Oh, oh I'm working on it Yea, yea, oh tell 'em How I'd love it girl, just you and me Take the day and fly But oh, this job it's got the best of me Tell you why Well they're coming from above me And they're coming from below Yea they're in there right behind me Everywhere that I go My buddy, he's screaming down the telephone line He say gimme, gimme, gimme I say I ain't got the time Oh, oh can't you see I'm working on it Oh, oh I'm working on it Oh, oh I'm working Oh, oh can't you see I'm working on it
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Written by: CHRISTOPHER ANTON REA
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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11 facts about this song
Release date fact"Working on It" by Chris Rea was first released as part of his album "The Road to Hell" on October 2nd, 1989.
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Commercial success factThe song is one of Chris Rea's most popular releases, gaining considerable airplay and helping to cement his place in the UK music scene.
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Genre factThe song can be classified under genres like soft rock and blues rock. It represents Chris Rea's unique style that combines blues roots with a more modern sound.
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Usage in pop culture fact"Working on It" is well-known for being featured in the "The Office" series, in the USA version. The song was played during the first episode of the fourth season, titled "Fun Run."
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Writing and production fact"Working on It" was written and produced by Chris Rea himself, showcasing his multi-talent in both composition and production.
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Chart performance factWhile the song didn't enter the mainstream singles chart in the UK, it became a top twenty hit in the Dutch singles chart.
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Different versions factThe extended version of the song "Working on It," which appears on the B-side of the "Texas" UK release CD single, spans for a duration of 7 minutes and 59 seconds.
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Credibility factThe song's popularity boosted the album sales leading "The Road to Hell" to become Rea’s most successful studio album which topped the UK Albums Chart for three consecutive weeks.
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Rock star appeal factThis song has also been covered by various artists and bands over the years, proving its timeless appeal among rock music enthusiasts.
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Cinematic usage fact"Working on It" was also used in the soundtrack of the 1991 movie "Career Opportunities," starring Jennifer Connelly and Frank Whaley.
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Fan-favorite factEven decades after its release, the song "Working on It" continues to receive appreciation from fans, critics and is often part of Chris Rea's live performances.
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