4percent of something
10cc · Complete Uk Recordings 1972-1974 [2004]
4% of something's
Better than 10% of nothing blue
4% of something's
Better than 10% of nothing blue
Well I don't like the way you work
It's all I can do
Working on a number
My fingers to the bone on my guitar
Working on a number
My fingers to the bone on my piano
All I got the end of the day
Is a message from the King
4% of something's
Better than 10% of nothing blue
4% of something's
Better than 10% of nothing blue
Well I don't like the way you work
It's all I can do
I'm trying to scratch a living
But, all this man is giving me is the blues
I'm trying to scratch a living
But, all the man is giving me is the blues
I've got to find a way to make my music play
Or I'm gonna lose my mind
4% of something's
Better than 10% of nothing blue
4% of something's
Better than 10% of nothing blue
Well I don't like the way you work
It's all I can do
4% of something's
Better than 10% of nothing blue
4% of something's
Better than 10% of nothing blue
Well I don't like the way you work
It's all I can do
4% of something's
Better than 10% of nothing blue
[Repeat to fade]
4percent of something
Released by 10CC on their 2004 compilation Complete Uk Recordings 1972-1974, this track exemplifies the band's signature blend of pop sensibility and theatrical flair. Emerging from the late 1970s, the song reflects the group's evolution following their earlier psychedelic rock phase, incorporating polished production and melodic hooks characteristic of their greatest hits era. The recording stands as a testament to the band's ability to craft memorable pop anthems that balanced humor with emotional resonance, solidifying their legacy in the UK new wave and synth-pop landscape. It remains a staple of their discography, showcasing the collaborative spirit that defined their work during this period.