Don't Tell Me No

The Cars

About Don't Tell Me No

"Don't Tell Me No" is a song by the American New wave band, the Cars. The song, written by Ric Ocasek, appeared on the band's third studio album, Panorama.


Year:
1995
4:02
146 
#8

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It's my party, you can come
It's my party, have some fun
It's my dream, have a laugh
It's my life, have a half, well

Don't tell me no
Don't tell me no
Don't tell me no
Don't tell me no

Don't tell me no
Don't tell me no (I like it when you tell me slow)

It's my transition, it's my play
It's my phone call to beta ray
It's my hopscotch, light the torch
It's my downtime, feel the scorch, well

Don't tell me no
Don't tell me no (don't tell me no)
Don't tell me no
Don't tell me no, no  (don't tell me no)

Don't tell me no
Don't tell me no (I don't like it when you tell me no)

It's my ambition, it's my joke
It's my teardrop, emotional smoke
It's my mercy, it's my plan
I want to go to futureland, well

Don't tell me no
Don't tell me no, no (don't tell me no)
Don't tell me no
Don't tell me no, no (don't tell me no)

Don't tell me no
Don't tell me no (I like it when you tell me slow)

Don't tell me no (don't tell me no)
Don't tell me no, no, no, no (don't tell me no)
Don't tell me no
Don't tell me no, no (don't tell me, I don't want to know)

Don't tell me no
Don't tell me no, no (don't tell me no)
Don't tell me no
Don't tell me no, no, no, ay (don't tell me no)
Don't tell me no (Don't tell me no)
Don't tell me no, no (don't tell me no, no, don't tell me no)
Don't tell me no
Don't tell me no (don't tell me, you have to go, don't tell me no)

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The Cars

The Cars are an American rock band that emerged from the New Wave music scene in the late 1970s. The band originated in Boston, Massachusetts, with lead singer and rhythm guitarist Ric Ocasek, lead singer and bassist Benjamin Orr, guitarist Elliot Easton, keyboardist Greg Hawkes and drummer David Robinson. They were signed to Elektra Records by George Daly, then A&R head, in 1977. more »

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Written by: Ric Ocasek

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7 facts about this song

Release Facts
"Don't Tell Me No" is a song by American rock band The Cars, from their second studio album, "Candy-O", released in 1979. - Despite being popular among fans, "Don't Tell Me No" was never released as a single.
Band Facts
The Cars were known for blending new wave, pop rock, and power pop elements in their music, a style evidenced in "Don't Tell Me No".
Songwriting Facts
The song, like many of The Cars' hits, was written by Ric Ocasek, the band's lead vocalist, and guitar player.
Album Facts
The album "Candy-O" on which the song "Don't Tell Me No" appears reached No.3 on the Billboard 200 chart, reflecting its commercial success. - The album was also certified quadruple platinum in the United States, indicating sales of over 4 million copies.
Live Performance Facts
"Don't Tell Me No" was regularly included in The Cars' live shows, showing its popularity among both the band and their fans.
Legacy Facts
Despite not reaching the same commercial success as many of The Cars' hit singles, "Don't Tell Me No" remains a beloved fan favourite for its catchy rhythms and Ocasek's distinctive vocals. - After the passing of Ric Ocasek in 2019, "Don't Tell Me No", along with his other creations, was celebrated as a vital contribution to the classic American rock scene.
Cover Song Facts
"Don't Tell Me No" has been covered by numerous artists over the years, showcasing its enduring appeal in the music industry.

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