"Rebels Are We" is a song by American R&B band Chic. It was the first single from their fourth studio album, 1980's Real People. The song, featuring a solo lead vocal by Luci Martin, marked a change of direction for the band; incorporating harder rock/new wave elements into their trademark funk sound. The song peaked at number 8 on Billboard's "Hot Soul/Black Singles" chart and number 61 on Billboard's "Hot 100" chart). The song has been included in many compilation albums such as The Best of Chic, Volume 2 and The Very Best of Chic.
Record World said that "Luci Martin's vocal is superb."
Track listings Atlantic 7" 3665 June 13 1980 A. "Rebels Are We" (7" Edit) - 3:19 B. "Open Up" 3:58
Atlantic promo 12" DMD 241, 1980 A. "Rebels Are We" - 4:53 B. "Rebels Are We" (7" Edit) - 3:19
Chart positions Chart (1980)PeakpositionU.S. Billboard Disco Top 10029U.S. Billboard Hot Soul Singles8
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