Ghost Town

Cheap Trick

About Ghost Town

"Ghost Town" is a song by the American rock band Cheap Trick, released in 1988 as the third single from their tenth studio album Lap of Luxury. It was written by Diane Warren and guitarist Rick Nielsen, and produced by Richie Zito. The song reached No. 33 on the Billboard Hot 100."Ghost Town" dated back to 1981 when Nielsen recorded a demo of the song during sessions for the band's One on One album. The song remained undeveloped until the sessions for Lap of Luxury when Warren added some contributions to the finished song. A music video was filmed to promote the single. The song was released as a single in North America, Australia and New Zealand. In the US and Canada, it was released on 7" vinyl, and in Australia/New Zealand on 7" and 12" vinyl. A same-sided 7" vinyl and promotional one-track CD version of the single was also issued in the US. The B-side, "Wrong Side of Love", was taken from Lap of Luxury, and was written by Nielsen and Todd Cerney. The Australian/New Zealand 12" vinyl release added a second B-side, "Don't Be Cruel". 


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1988
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Well the streets are all crowded
Lots of people around
And there's music playing
But I can't hear a sound

Just the sound of the rain
Falling silently down
Livin' ain't been livin'
Since you put down

Yeah, life goes on around me every day
But it might as well be half a million miles away
It's like a ghost town without your love
Like a ghost town without your love

Like a ghost town, baby, can't you see?
It's a ghost town until you come back to me
oh, oh, till you come back to me

Well I wish I still had you
Had you here next to me
Baby, where did you go?
Baby, why did you leave?

Though the world, it keeps turnin'
But it don't turn for me
Without you in my life
My life ain't no place to be

There's only lonely days and empty nights
Ain't the same without you, baby, nothin' feelin' right
Darlin', I want to leave this town
Don't want to be around

I'm gonna leave this town

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Cheap Trick

Cheap Trick is an American rock band from Rockford, Illinois, formed in 1973. The band consists of Robin Zander (vocals, rhythm guitar), Rick Nielsen (lead guitar), Tom Petersson (bass guitar), and Bun E. Carlos (drums). Their biggest hits include "Surrender", "I Want You to Want Me", "Dream Police" and "The Flame". more »

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Written by: Diane Warren, Rick Nielsen

Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, SONGS OF MOJO, LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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15 facts about this song

Release Date
"Ghost Town" by Cheap Trick was released in 1988.
Album Appearance
The song is from their 10th studio album "Lap of Luxury".
Failed Expectations
Despite the success of the album, "Ghost Town" did not chart, unlike other songs from the same album.
Genre
The song is classified under the hard rock genre.
Song Creation
"Ghost Town" is not part of Cheap Trick's successful collaborations with external songwriters as it was written entirely by the band members.
Video Direction
The music video for "Ghost Town" was directed by the esteemed David Hogan, who often worked with the group.
Musical Style
The song features a haunting and atmospheric sound with strong guitar riffs, showcasing the band's continuing evolution in the late 80s.
Album's Status
The album 'Lap of Luxury' marked a comeback for Cheap Trick, featuring other hits like "The Flame" and "Don't Be Cruel".
Out of Sync
While the album saw a shift towards more commercial sounds, "Ghost Town" maintains the band's core harder rock roots.
Controversial Lyrics
The song has got some level of controversy due to its descriptive lyrics about a love that has died.
Artistic Points
The desolate ambience created by the lyrics of "Ghost Town" is seen as an exploration of the human emotional state.
Live Performances
Despite not being one of their biggest hits, "Ghost Town" regularly features in Cheap Trick's live set lists.
Critical Review
Critics often praise the song for its atmospheric tone and rich lyricism.
Band Members' Opinion
Member Rick Nielsen has been quoted as stating, "Ghost Town" stands as one of his favorite Cheap Trick songs.
Unique Instrumentation
It includes a prominent and chilling harmonica solo, which is unique compared with Cheap Trick's usual heavy reliance on guitar solos.

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