"Bounce" is a song by American rock band the Cab. It was released on October 30, 2008, as the third and final single from their debut studio album, Whisper War. The song features additional vocals from Patrick Stump of Fall Out Boy. It reached number 69 on the Pop 100 Airplay chart.
Background The song was featured as a free download on Rock Band 2. A snippet of "Bounce" was also included on Fall Out Boys' mixtape, Welcome to the New Administration.
Composition "Bounce" was written by Alexander DeLeon, Alex T. Marshall, Ian Crawford, Cash Colligan and Alex Johnson, while production was handled by Matt Squire. Recorded at Red Bull Studios in Santa Monica, the song also features additional vocals from Patrick Stump, who also co-produced the track. The song is described as neon pop-punk, and contains influences reminiscent to NSYNC, as well as elements of R&B. Ian Crawford who played lead guitar on the track, broke down his parts with Guitar World where he revealed he played basic shapes and lead fills in the song.
Live performances During a concert in Newark, New Jersey, on January 22, 2009, The Cab performed the song live with Brendon Urie of Panic! at the Disco, who was a surprise guest at the show.
Music video The music video for "Bounce" premiered via MTV on October 30, 2008. The video was directed by Jordan Barrow. The video features the band performing dressed in all-white clothing, while the audience is given drinks filled with acrylic paint, before a paint fight breaks out. It features a cameo appearance from Patrick Stump.
Personnel Credits for "Bounce" retrieved from album's liner notes.
The Cab Alex DeLeon – vocals Cash Colligan – bass guitar Alex Johnson – drums Alex Marshall – piano Ian Crawford – guitar
Additional musicians Patrick Stump – additional instrumentation, additional vocals
Production Matt Squire – producer, engineer Patrick Stump – additional production Eric Stenman – engineer Bill Lefler – additional engineering Machine – mixing Scott Hull – mastering
Charts +Chart performance for "Bounce" Chart (2009) Peakposition Singapore Airplay (Mediacorp) 11 US Pop 100 Airplay (Billboard) 69
Release history + Release dates and formats for "Bounce" Region Date Format Label United States October 30, 2008 CD single
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