"One-Two-Five" is a song by 10cc released as a first single in 1980 from the album Look Hear?. It is a reference to disco's 125 beats per minute tempo.
Release and promotion "One-Two-Five" was released as a first single outside America ahead of the album Look Hear?. The song was promoted by a music video directed by Russell Mulcahy based on the Eric Stewart's idea of 'disco-ectomy'.
The single failed to chart in the band's native UK, which was the first time since 1974's The Original Soundtrack that a lead single wouldn't become a hit. However, the song became a top 10 hit in Norway.
Personnel Eric Stewart – lead vocals, electric guitar Graham Gouldman – second lead vocals, bass, electric guitar Rick Fenn – electric guitar Duncan Mackay – Yamaha CS-80 synthesizer Paul Burgess – drums, percussion Stuart Tosh — percussion, backing vocals
Chart performance Chart (1980)PeakpositionAustralia (Kent Music Report)82
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