'Congratulations' was a global hit as it became a much bigger hit than 'La, La, La', which beat Cliff in the 1968 Eurovision song contest. Shortly after 'Congratulations', which was one of his solo efforts, Cliff recorded his last single with The Shadows. Again in 1973, with 'Power to All Our Friends', he entered the Eurovision song contest--this time reaching 3rd place.
The most sold artist in British Pop history - with over 40 top hits.
Worked with Stock Aitken Waterman in 1989 and the single "I Just Don't Have The Heart".
Sixty appearances at Wembley, plus sellout tour to celebrate 50 years in the business.
First hit: Move It, 1958, first no. 1: Living Doll
As big as he is in the UK, he has only had 3 Top 10 hits in the USA with the biggest still being his breakthrough 1976 single "Devil Woman" which made it all the way to #6.
Has also worked with Elton John, Mark Knopfler, Julian Lennon, Freddie Mercury, Stevie Wonder, Phil Everly, Janet Jackson, Sheila Walsh, Van Morrison, and Olivia Newton-John.
Nine Time Out of Ten
Cliff Richard Lyrics
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And I ain't gonna tell you just nine times again
Aah, just how much I aim to hold you
Again and again and again
Little girl, its nine times out of ten, you've refused me
And then say that you refuse me nine times again
But I won't stop until you choose me
(Well,) don't try to fight it
'Cause its no use
You're gonna find that
I'm stubborn as a doggone mule
Nine times out of ten I've tried to kiss you
And I ain't trying just nine times again
Well, if I missed the nine times that I've tried, baby
I'll bet my life, Ill get you on number ten
Well, don't try to fight it
Come, baby, it ain't no use
You're gonna find that
I'm stubborn as a doggone mule
Nine times out of ten I've tried to kiss you
And I ain't trying just nine times again
Well, if I missed the nine times that I've tried, baby
I'll bet my life, Ill get you on number ten
The song "Nine Times out of Ten" by Cliff Richard and the Shadows is a love song about a man who is persistent in his pursuit of a girl whom he desires. The repetition of the phrase "nine times out of ten" emphasizes the fact that the man has been turned down multiple times but is determined to win the girl's heart. He expresses his love for the girl and his longing to hold her close again and again. The lyrics also suggest that the man has attempted to kiss the girl on multiple occasions but has been unsuccessful, however, he is confident that he will get his chance on the tenth attempt.
The lyrics of the song are straightforward and convey a sense of persistence and determination. The repetition of the line "Again and again and again" reinforces the man's persistence in his pursuit of the girl. The lyrics also suggest that the girl has been reluctant to accept the man's advances, but he is confident that he will win her over eventually. The song's upbeat tempo and catchy melody add to its optimistic and hopeful tone.
Line by Line Meaning
Nine times out of ten, baby, I've told you
I've told you most of the time, almost always
And I ain't gonna tell you just nine times again
I won't tell you only nine more times, I'll keep telling you
Aah, just how much I aim to hold you
I want to hold you, affectionately
Again and again and again
Repeatedly, without stopping
Little girl, its nine times out of ten, you've refused me
You've refused me most of the time, almost always
And then say that you refuse me nine times again
You keep saying no, over and over
But I won't stop until you choose me
I won't give up until you choose me
Well, don't try to fight it
Don't resist it
'Cause its no use
You can't win
You're gonna find that
You'll discover
I'm stubborn as a doggone mule
I'm very stubborn
Nine times out of ten I've tried to kiss you
I've tried to kiss you most of the time, almost always
And I ain't trying just nine times again
I'm not going to try just nine more times, I'll keep trying
Well, if I missed the nine times that I've tried, baby
If I failed to kiss you those nine times I tried
I'll bet my life, Ill get you on number ten
I'm sure I'll kiss you on that tenth try
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: OTIS BLACKWELL, WALDENSE J. HALL
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Nine times out of ten, baby, I told you
And I ain't gonna tell you just nine times again
Aah, just how much I aim to hold you
Again and again and again
Little girl, it's nine times out of ten, you've refused me
And then say that you refuse me nine times again
But I won't stop until you choose me
Again and again and again
don't try to fight it
'Cause it's no use
You're gonna find that
I'm stubborn as a doggone mule
Nine times out of ten I've tried to kiss you
And I ain't trying just nine times again
Well, if I missed the nine times that I've tried, baby
I'll bet my life, I'll get you on number ten
Well, don't try to fight it
Come, baby, it ain't no use
You're gonna find that
I'm stubborn as a doggone mule
Nine times out of ten I've tried to kiss you
And I ain't trying just nine times again
Well, if I missed the nine times that I've tried, baby
I'll bet my life, I'll get you on number ten
@gunaseeilan7979
Nine times out of ten, baby, I told you
And I ain't gonna tell you just nine times again
Aah, just how much I aim to hold you
Again and again and again
Little girl, it's nine times out of ten, you've refused me
And then say that you refuse me nine times again
But I won't stop until you choose me
Again and again and again
don't try to fight it
'Cause it's no use
You're gonna find that
I'm stubborn as a doggone mule
Nine times out of ten I've tried to kiss you
And I ain't trying just nine times again
Well, if I missed the nine times that I've tried, baby
I'll bet my life, I'll get you on number ten
Well, don't try to fight it
Come, baby, it ain't no use
You're gonna find that
I'm stubborn as a doggone mule
Nine times out of ten I've tried to kiss you
And I ain't trying just nine times again
Well, if I missed the nine times that I've tried, baby
I'll bet my life, I'll get you on number ten
@nancygall4828
I really like this song,.Cliff sounds so oh, WOW!
@santanugmail
Wow what a dynamic performance, even back in 1961. And the filming was so perfect and Cliff's expressions and catching the camera just so right.
@jazzmean37
I am enjoying what Cliff Richard is posting I love the music and his dancing it's all good. Thank you. God bless...
@hittheskins2648
THE SOUND ON THIS IS AMAZING . there was nothing like them then and there still isnt . the BEST .
@gerardvanleeuwen9456
You're so right' !!
@andrewganley9016
THE best Shadows lineup nothing else came close
@tjamodio5254
This is "raw energy and talent"...at it''s best!!! Jet is awesome here.
@margarettipple1424
This is the first record I heard Cliff sing....loved him since then and always will.
@samantham.samoranos3762
A very handsome Cliff Richard!
@user-dc1dw2np1w
❤❤❤Amazing