One of the best known American power pop bands, the group's biggest hits over the years include "I Want You to Want Me", "Surrender", "Dream Police", "Don't Be Cruel" (a cover of Elvis Presley's hit), and "The Flame". Their most recent release, The Latest, has gained critical acclaim. They also wrote and performed the theme song for "The Colbert Report" as well as "That 70s Show", both tunes being fan favorites.
Nielsen and Petersson originally formed the group as Fuse in 1967, with Carlos joining the group several years later; however, when Zander joined as vocalist in 1972, the group was renamed Cheap Trick. Zander is considered one of the best hard rock vocalists of his era. For their part, Tom Petersson has been known for playing custom made 8, 12, and even a 18 string custom bass made by Modulus for Tom in 1981 and Rick Nielsen also has a penchant for unusual instruments. He owns and plays a five-necked solidbody electric guitar (it can be seen in the video for the song "She's Tight" among others).
Studio Albums
(1977) Cheap Trick [a.k.a Cheap Trick (1997)]
(1977) In Color
(1978) Heaven Tonight
(1979) Dream Police
(1980) All Shook Up
(1980) Found All The Parts
(1982) One on One
(1983) Next Position Please
(1985) Standing on the Edge
(1986) The Doctor
(1988) Lap of Luxury
(1990) Busted
(1994) Woke Up With A Monster
(1997) Cheap Trick [a.k.a Cheap Trick (1997)]
(2003) Special One
(2006) Rockford
(2009) The Latest
(2016) Bang, Zoom, Crazy...Hello
(2017) We're All Alright!
(2021) In Another World
[Live Albums]
(1978) At Budokan
(1978) Budokan II
(1998) At Budokan: the Complete Concert
(1999) Music for Hangovers
(2001) Silver
Magical Mystery Tour
Cheap Trick Lyrics
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Roll up
Roll up, roll up, roll up, roll up
(Roll up) I've got an invitation
(Roll up for the mystery tour)
(Roll up) To make a reservation
(Roll up for the mystery tour)
(Roll up) They got everything you need
(Roll up) Satisfaction guaranteed
(Roll up for the mystery tour)
The magical mystery tour
Is waiting to take you away
Waiting to take you away
(Roll up) I've got an invitation
(Roll up for the mystery tour)
(Roll up) To make a reservation
(Roll up for the mystery tour)
(Roll up) I got everything you need
(Roll up for the mystery tour)
(Roll up) Satisfaction guaranteed
(Roll up for the mystery tour)
The magical mystery tour
Is hoping to take you away
Hoping to take you away
We're taking a trip
A mystery tour
We're taking a trip
(Oh) The magical mystery tour
(Roll up)
(Roll up for the mystery tour)
(Roll up) I've got an invitation
(Roll up for the mystery tour)
(Roll up) To make a reservation
(Roll up for the mystery tour)
The magical mystery tour
Is coming to take you away
Coming to take you away
The magical mystery tour
Is dying to take you away
Dying to take you away
Take you today
The lyrics to Cheap Trick's "Magical Mystery Tour" seem to be a direct tribute to The Beatles' album and film of the same name. The song opens with an invitation to "roll up" and make a reservation for the mystery tour. The singer then explains that they have everything you need and satisfaction is guaranteed. Throughout the song, the idea of a mystery tour is emphasized, with the line "we're taking a trip, a mystery tour."
The repetition of the phrase "roll up" creates an almost carnival-like atmosphere, enticing the listener to join in on the fun. The line "the magical mystery tour is waiting to take you away" emphasizes the sense of adventure and escapism that is often associated with travel. The final line "dying to take you away, take you today" reinforces the idea that the mystery tour is an irresistible opportunity that should be embraced.
Overall, the lyrics to "Magical Mystery Tour" capture the essence of travel as an exciting, unknown adventure that is filled with surprises and new experiences. The references to The Beatles' album and film serve as both a tribute and an invitation to participate in the magic of their work.
Line by Line Meaning
Roll up, roll up, roll up, roll up
Come, come, come, come
Roll up
Come
Roll up, roll up, roll up, roll up
Come, come, come, come
(Roll up) I've got an invitation
(Hey come,) I have an offer
(Roll up for the mystery tour)
(Come to join) a mystery journey
(Roll up) To make a reservation
(Hey come,) to book a spot
(Roll up) They got everything you need
(Hey come,) they have all you need
(Roll up for the mystery tour)
(Come to join) a mystery journey
(Roll up) Satisfaction guaranteed
(Hey come,) satisfaction is guaranteed
(Roll up for the mystery tour)
(Come to join) a mystery journey
The magical mystery tour
The mystical, mysterious journey/ experience
Is waiting to take you away
Is ready to transport you
Waiting to take you away
Ready to transport you
(Roll up) I've got an invitation
(Hey come,) I have an offer
(Roll up for the mystery tour)
(Come to join) a mystery journey
(Roll up) To make a reservation
(Hey come,) to book a spot
(Roll up for the mystery tour)
(Come to join) a mystery journey
(Roll up) I got everything you need
(Hey come,) I have all you need
(Roll up for the mystery tour)
(Come to join) a mystery journey
(Roll up) Satisfaction guaranteed
(Hey come,) satisfaction is guaranteed
(Roll up for the mystery tour)
(Come to join) a mystery journey
The magical mystery tour
The mystical, mysterious journey/ experience
Is hoping to take you away
Desires to transport you
Hoping to take you away
Desiring to transport you
We're taking a trip
We are going on a journey
A mystery tour
A journey with an unknown destination/ itinerary
We're taking a trip
We are going on a journey
(Oh) The magical mystery tour
(Wow) The mystical, mysterious journey/ experience
(Roll up)
(Come)
(Roll up for the mystery tour)
(Come to join) a mystery journey
(Roll up) I've got an invitation
(Hey come,) I have an offer
(Roll up for the mystery tour)
(Come to join) a mystery journey
(Roll up) To make a reservation
(Hey come,) to book a spot
(Roll up for the mystery tour)
(Come to join) a mystery journey
The magical mystery tour
The mystical, mysterious journey/ experience
Is coming to take you away
Is arriving to transport you
Coming to take you away
Arriving to transport you
The magical mystery tour
The mystical, mysterious journey/ experience
Is dying to take you away
Is extremely eager to transport you
Dying to take you away
Extremely eager to transport you
Take you today
Transport you immediately
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: John Lennon, Paul Mccartney
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