Hello There
Cheap Trick Lyrics
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Hello there ladies and gents
Are you ready to rock
Are you ready or no
Hello there ladies and gentlemen
Hello there ladies and gents
Are you ready to rock
Would you like to do a number with me
Would you like to do a number with me
Would you like to do a number with me
Would you like to do a number with me
Hello there ladies and gentlemen
Hello there ladies and gents
Are you ready to rock
Are you ready or no
Would you like to do a number with me
Would you like to do a number with me
Would you like to
Would you like to
Well come on
At first glance, the lyrics to Cheap Trick's song "Hello There" appear to be a simple question about whether or not the audience is ready to rock. However, the repetition of the opening verse and chorus suggest that there is more to it than meets the eye. The lyrics seem to be an invitation to the audience to participate actively in the performance, with the repeated question "Would you like to do a number with me?" hinting at a desire to create a communal experience rather than simply putting on a show.
The repeated use of "hello" in the lyrics also has significance. It suggests that the band is eager to connect with the audience on a personal level, and that they view the performance as a way to build relationships rather than simply entertain. The emphasis on the phrase "ladies and gentlemen" reinforces this idea, as it evokes a formal, respectful tone that suggests the band is taking their role as performers seriously.
Overall, the lyrics to "Hello There" suggest that Cheap Trick is a band that values connection, community, and shared experiences, rather than simply putting on a performance for an audience.
Line by Line Meaning
Hello there ladies and gentlemen
Greetings, both males and females, of this audience.
Hello there ladies and gents
Greetings, both ladies and gentlemen present.
Are you ready to rock
Are you excited and eager to enjoy some upbeat rock music?
Are you ready or no
Are you prepared, or not?
Would you like to do a number with me
Do you want to perform a musical piece together with me?
Would you like to do a number with me
Would you fancy doing something musical together with me?
Would you like to do a number with me
Are you willing to participate in a musical collaboration with me?
Would you like to do a number with me
Are you interested in making music together with me?
Hello there ladies and gentlemen
Greetings to all the men and women present in the audience.
Hello there ladies and gents
Greetings to both the men and women present in the audience.
Are you ready to rock
Are you willing and prepared to dance to some electrifying rock and roll?
Are you ready or no
Are you prepared, or not?
Would you like to do a number with me
Are you interested in collaborating with me in a musical performance?
Would you like to do a number with me
Would you prefer to be part of a joint musical performance with me?
Would you like to
Would you be interested in
Would you like to
Would it appeal to you if we
Well come on
Let's do it!
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: RICK NIELSEN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
D Wnright
greatest concert opener ever. man these guys were so special.
Jeremy Ware
They still are!!! Seeing them Friday!!!
Tekhartha Zenyatta
It's interesting that it took a Japanese audience to launch Cheap Trick to superstardom. This live album was originally unavailable in the US and, much like The Clash's debut, was only released thanks to Epic having enough brains to respond to the import demand. Budokan is what catalyzed their meteoric rise. Without it, it's possible there would have been just as little attention paid to "Surrender" as had been to their great early singles that failed to chart. Thank you Japan!
Cyrus
Still one of the very best Live albums ever.
Nom Chompsky
absolutely definitely in top 10... likely top 5 for just pure joy throughout the album
P.G.
Robin isn't just a great singer he is a great rhythm player.
Kyle Valdes
cheap trick were the dudes not cool enough for punk that made a punk song better than most punks.
Roland
My deep thanks to whoever uploaded the images of the original concert, a true historical document and reliable proof of the achievements of this band before entering the 80s in foreign lands. Greetings from Ecuador.
Bob Arnett
Love this band still going strong back in the day they were a force to be reckoned with ! Nobody can rock a explorer like rick
Steve Blair
Looking forward to seeing them again in 2021.
Great live shows.