Clock Strikes Ten
Cheap Trick
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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 Gonna get on down Gonna get down Gonna get on down Gonna get down Gonna get on down Gonna get down Gonna get on down Gonna get down Gonna get on down Gonna get down Gonna get on down Gonna get down Gonna get on down Gonna get down Gonna get on down Gonna get down Gonna get on down Gonna get down Gonna get on down Gonna get down Gonna get on down Gonna get down Gonna get on down Gonna get down Gonna get on down Gonna get down Gonna get on down
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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.
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Album Info"Clock Strikes Ten" appears on their second studio album, called 'In Color.'
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Live VersionA 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.
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SongwritersWritten by the band's guitarist Rick Nielsen, it became one of the band's best-known songs and is considered a classic.
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Band LineupAt the time of recording, Cheap Trick included vocalist Robin Zander, guitarist Rick Nielsen, bassist Tom Petersson, and drummer Bun E. Carlos.
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Performance LoveThe song is a fan favorite and is known for its energetic performance, often used to close their live shows.
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Chart SuccessAlthough 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.
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Japan PopularityThe song's success contributed to Cheap Trick's significant popularity in Japan in the late 1970s, often referred to as "Cheap Trick mania."
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Lyric InspirationThe song's lyrics play on the anticipation and excitement of a fresh start that comes when the clock strikes ten.
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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.
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Music GenreClassified 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.
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Live at BudokanThe 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'.
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Song ThemeThe song is often seen as an anthem for the work-hard, play-hard rock 'n roll lifestyle.
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Last TrackOn the 'In Color' album, "Clock Strikes Ten" is the last track, ending the album on a high note.
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Concert StapleDespite 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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