10cc - The Worst Band in the World Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who wrote 'The Worst Band in the World' by 10cc?

   The song was written by Graham Gouldman and Lol Creme. It is the only song they wrote together, as Gouldman usually collaborated with Eric Stewart and Creme with Kevin Godley.

2. Why did the BBC refuse to play 'The Worst Band in the World'?

   The BBC refused to play the song due to the implied profanity in the line 'We're the worst band in the world but we don't give a...' As a response, 10cc created a special edit for the BBC with altered lyrics, changing the line to 'We're the worst band in the world but we don't give up.'

3. What inspired the title of 'The Worst Band in the World'?

   The title is a play on a statement by their label boss, Jonathan King, who envisioned them as 'The Best Band In The World.' 10cc used this line ironically, making fun of themselves as the 'worst band' while expressing that they did what they wanted creatively.

4. Did 'The Worst Band in the World' chart?

   No, 'The Worst Band in the World' did not chart. Despite its clever lyrics and self-deprecating humor, it was one of the singles from their album 'Sheet Music' that failed to make an impact on the charts.

5. What album features 'The Worst Band in the World'?

   The song is included in 10cc's second album, 'Sheet Music,' which was released in 1974. The album received critical acclaim for its inventive arrangements and sophisticated sound.