Beat The Clock: A Disco-Pop Hit
By Sparks, Produced by Giorgio Moroder
A 1979 Disco-Pop Classic
Beat The Clock is a disco-pop song by Sparks, released in 1979.
Produced by Giorgio Moroder, the song was a hit in the UK, reaching number 14 on the UK Singles Chart.
Beat The Clock was also a hit in other countries, including France, Germany, and Italy.
Background and Production
Beat The Clock was written by the Mael brothers, Ron and Russell.
The song was inspired by the 1965 film of the same name.
The song was recorded at Musicland Studios in Munich, Germany.
Musical Style and Lyrics
Beat The Clock is a disco-pop song with a catchy melody and driving beat.
The song's lyrics are about a man trying to win the heart of a woman.
The song's lyrics are full of clever wordplay and witty observations.
Legacy and Influence
Beat The Clock is considered a classic disco-pop song.
The song has been covered by many other artists, including Erasure and Pet Shop Boys.
Beat The Clock was also featured in the 1998 film Velvet Goldmine.
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