Petula Clark - Don't Sleep in the Subway Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who wrote 'Don't Sleep in the Subway'?

   'Don't Sleep in the Subway' was written by Tony Hatch and Jackie Trent. The song was constructed from three different sections of music previously composed by Hatch.

2. When was 'Don't Sleep in the Subway' released?

   The song was released as a single by Petula Clark in April 1967.

3. What is unique about the musical style of 'Don't Sleep in the Subway'?

   The song changes in musical style from pop to symphonic and then, for the chorus, to a Beach Boys-like melody, making it a blend of various musical influences.

4. What was the chart performance of 'Don't Sleep in the Subway' in the UK?

   'Don't Sleep in the Subway' peaked at No. 12 on the UK charts in July 1967. It marked a decline in Petula Clark's UK chart profile compared to her previous hits.

5. Has 'Don't Sleep in the Subway' been recorded by other artists?

   Yes, the song has been recorded by several other artists, including Betty Chung, Rita Hovink, Marilyn Maye, Matt Monro, Patti Page, Frank Sinatra, Caterina Valente, and Mari Wilson.

6. What is the significance of the 'subway' in the song's title?

   In the context of the song, 'subway' refers to pedestrian underpasses commonly found in London used for crossing busy intersections. However, Tony Hatch used the term in its North American sense, referring to a mode of underground transit.