Ten Percent
Double Exposure
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Ten percent of something (Ten percent of that something) Ten percent of something It beats one hundred percent Of nothing at all I only see you Maybe once or twice a week (Once or twice a week) You make it worth my while You treat me like a king (Treat me like a king) I cherish any time That I can spend with you Just say the words And I'll do anything But you must be true, oh Ten percent of something (Ten percent of that something, baby) Ten percent of something It beats one hundred percent Of nothing at all Ten percent of something (Ten percent of that something, baby) Ten percent of something It beats one hundred percent (Oh, oh, baby) of nothing at all I do not like those guys Who try to get all they can (To get all they can) Cause when it's over They're right back where they began (Back where they began) It's better to have loved Than never to have loved at all (To have loved at all) I'm with you til the water runs uphill Ten percent of something (Ten percent of that something, baby) Ten percent of something It beats one hundred percent Of nothing at all Ten percent of something (Ten percent of that something) Ten percent of something (Is better than nothing) Ten percent of something Ten percent of something (Than nothing at all) Ten percent of something (Now you only see me, baby) Ten percent of something (Maybe once or twice a week) Ten percent of something (But you treat me, treat me, treat me) Ten percent of something (Just like a dog instead of a king) Ten percent of something (oh, baby) Ten percent of something (oh, girl) Just say the word I'm not like those guys, love I try, try, try, try all I can, girl I'm gonna be with you Be with you til the water runs up hill Yes, I will, yes, I will, baby Said I'll cherish, I'll cherish I swear, my darling And I'll try my best To do the best, girl I need not one Not two, not three, baby I need ten percent, ooh
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Written by: ALLAN WAYNE FELDER, TALMADGE G. CONWAY
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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13 facts about this song
Track Creation"Ten Percent" is a timeless track created by the American four-member band Double Exposure.
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Label ReleaseThe song was released under the Salsoul Records label.
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Mix MasterNotably, "Ten Percent" was mixed by the legendary Walter Gibbons.
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Original AlbumThe song was originally part of Double Exposure's debut album, "Ten Percent," which was released in 1976.
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First Commercial 12” Single"Ten Percent" holds a significant place in music history as it is considered to be the world's first commercially available 12” single.
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Gibbons' ContributionWalter Gibbons, who was a pioneer of remixing in early disco era, remixed the song, making it the first-ever commercially released 12" mix.
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Song LengthThe album version of “Ten Percent" clocks around 5 minutes long, but the Walter Gibbons’ remix lasted nearly 10 minutes which was an exceptional length for a song during that time.
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Genre"Ten Percent" fits into the disco genre, featuring groovy basslines, upbeat rhythms, and soulful vocals.
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Influence"Ten Percent" is regarded as a song that greatly influenced the disco and dance music scenes, paving the way for extended versions of songs to become standard for dance music.
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RelevanceEven today, "Ten Percent" remains a significant track in the annals of dance music and a beloved gem for fans of classic disco.
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Awards & RecognitionsThough "Ten Percent" wasn't a chartbuster, it received considerable recognition and acclaim in the dance music realm for its era-defying length and innovative remix approach.
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Successor TracksThe success of the remixed version of "Ten Percent" led to Double Exposure producing further dance tracks, which included "My Love Is Free" and "Everyman."
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Continued InfluenceThe remixing techniques used in "Ten Percent" continue to influence the music production industry today, with extended version and remixes now a standard practice.
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