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Cheap Trick - Surrender

Jul 28, 2021
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ANECDOTE

Nielsen's Personal Inspiration

  • Rick Nielsen wrote "Surrender" inspired by his own weird parents and teenage experiences.
  • The lyrics reflect a teenager's perspective on parents acting strangely but still being alright.
ANECDOTE

Delayed Release of Surrender

  • "Surrender" was recorded for Cheap Trick's first album but released on their third album.
  • Producer Jack Douglas felt the initial timing wasn't right to release it.
INSIGHT

Using Modulation for Excitement

  • The song uses key modulation progressively throughout the verses to boost excitement.
  • Changing keys from B-flat to B to C makes the song more dynamic and engaging.
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