Is there really a dance called the Crocodile Rock?
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- Is there really a dance called the Crocodile Rock?
- How many BPM is Crocodile Rock?
- Where is Crocodile Rock?
- What show is Crocodile Rock in?
- What is the story behind Crocodile Rock?
- Who covered Crocodile Rock?
- Who recorded Crocodile Rock?
- What year did Crocodile Rock come out?
- What does Crocodile Rock refer to?
- Where did the song Crocodile Rock come from?
- What's the story of Elton John's Crocodile Rock?
- How is Crocodile Rock similar to American Pie?
- When did Crocodile Rock become a Schedule 2 drug?
Is there really a dance called the Crocodile Rock?
Brett from Edmonton, CanadaAbout a guy in the 50s/60s who frequented a resteraunt where the patrons, especially him, loved an obscure dance called the Crocodile Rock. Because of all the events that happened in the 60s, however, this unknown little dance forever vanished into history, and no one cared anymore.
How many BPM is Crocodile Rock?
Crocodile Rock is avery happysong byElton Johnwith a tempo of150 BPM.It can also be used half-time at75 BPM or double-time at300 BPM.
Where is Crocodile Rock?
Crocodile Rock – Millport, Scotland - Atlas Obscura.
What show is Crocodile Rock in?
The Muppet Show Elton John and The Electric Mayhem sing "Crocodile Rock" in a swamp full of crocodiles in episode 214 of The Muppet Show....Crocodile Rock.
| Written by | Elton John and Bernie Taupin |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Universal Songs of Polygram Inc. |
What is the story behind Crocodile Rock?
The song was inspired by John's discovery of leading Australian band Daddy Cool and their hit single "Eagle Rock", which was the most successful Australian single of the early 1970s (with 1,000,000 sold), remaining at No. 1 for a record of 10 weeks.
Who covered Crocodile Rock?
Versions
| Title | Performer | Release date |
|---|---|---|
| Crocodile Rock | Innovations | Ma |
| Crocodile Rock | Bob the Builder with Elton John | 2001 |
| Crocodile Rock | Elton John and The Muppets | 2001 |
| Crocodile Rock | Baha Men | Novem |
Who recorded Crocodile Rock?
Elton John Crocodile Rock/Artistas
What year did Crocodile Rock come out?
1973 Crocodile Rock/Data de lançamento
What does Crocodile Rock refer to?
In “Crocodile Rock”, Elton John focuses on the subject of the Rock music genre while conveying a message that rock in the earlier years sounded much better. He asserts that when rock was younger he loved it better and had fun grooving to it always.
Where did the song Crocodile Rock come from?
- A partial inspiration for this song is the Australian band Daddy Cool and their hit single "Eagle Rock," which Elton discovered on his 1972 tour to Australia. In the artwork for the Don't Shoot Me I'm Only the Piano Player packaging, there is a shot of Bernie Taupin wearing a badge that says "Daddy Who?" >>
What's the story of Elton John's Crocodile Rock?
- This tells the story of a guy in the '50s and '60s who frequented a restaurant where the patrons loved an obscure dance called the Crocodile Rock. Because of all the events that happened in the '60s, however, this unknown little dance forever vanished into history and no one cared anymore.
How is Crocodile Rock similar to American Pie?
- Don McLean has mentioned that this is similar to his hit " American Pie ," which came out the previous year. Both songs are about young people in the '50s obsessed with rock n' roll, but disappointed when the music "dies." Both songs also feature a Chevy. Elton admits the song is highly derivative because it's about the things he grew up with.
When did Crocodile Rock become a Schedule 2 drug?
- In fact, Speed became a schedule II drug in 1971, the year before this song was written. The Crocodile Rock was "out of sight" because it was illegal. Anyway, so if all "the other kids were Rocking Round the Clock", why weren't Elton and Bernie?
