With his backing group The Shadows, he dominated the British popular music scene in the late 1950s and early 1960s, before and during the The Beatles' first year in the charts. A conversion to Christianity and subsequent softening of his music led to his having more of a pop than rock image. Although never able to achieve the same impact in the United States as in Britain (in spite of several chart hits there), Richard has remained a popular music, film, and television personality in the UK and also retains a following in several other countries.
During the last six decades, Cliff Richard has charted many hit singles, and holds the record (along with Elvis Presley) as the only act to make the UK singles charts in all of its active decades (1950s–2000s). According to his website, he has sold 250 million records over the course of his career. In the British charts alone, Richard has had more than 150 singles, albums and EPs make the top 20.
Nine Times Out Of Ten
Cliff Richard & The Shadows 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 lyrics to Cliff Richard's song Nine Times out of Ten seem to be about a man who is persistent in his pursuit of a woman. He has tried to kiss her nine times, and each time she has refused him. However, he is determined to keep trying until he succeeds on the tenth attempt. He is stubborn like a mule and won't give up until she chooses him.
The song can be interpreted as a reflection of the male ego and male persistence in chasing a woman. The singer seems fixated on the idea of winning the girl over, even though she has already refused him multiple times. The repetition of the phrase "again and again and again" emphasizes the man's persistence and determination. He seems to be holding onto the hope that eventually, he will succeed.
This song can also be seen as problematic from a feminist perspective because it portrays a man who is not respecting a woman's boundaries. She has already said no nine times, and yet, he is still pursuing her. This could be interpreted as a form of harassment or aggression, making it an uncomfortable song for some to listen to.
Overall, Nine Times out of Ten is a catchy and upbeat song, but its lyrics can be interpreted in multiple ways, depending on one's perspective.
Line by Line Meaning
Nine times out of ten, baby, I've told you
I've made this clear to you almost every time, but let me tell you again.
And I ain't gonna tell you just nine times again
I won't stop at just nine times. I'll keep telling you.
Aah, just how much I aim to hold you
I really want to hold you tightly and never let go.
Again and again and again
Repeatedly, again and again.
Little girl, its nine times out of ten, you've refused me
Most of the time you say no to me, but let me ask again.
And then say that you refuse me nine times again
Even when you say no repeatedly, I won't give up.
But I won't stop until you choose me
I'll keep trying until you finally choose me.
Don't try to fight it
Don't resist your feelings.
'Cause its no use
You can't win this battle.
You're gonna find that I'm stubborn as a doggone mule
I'm very persistent and won't give up easily.
Nine times out of ten I've tried to kiss you
I've tried to kiss you many times before.
And I ain't trying just nine times again
I won't stop at just nine times.
Well, if I missed the nine times that I've tried, baby
Even if I failed to kiss you nine times before,
I'll bet my life, Ill get you on number ten
I'm sure I'll succeed in kissing you on the tenth try.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: OTIS BLACKWELL, WALDENSE J. HALL
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@KPG5354
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