A-side "Apeman" (R. Davies) Genre Hard rock | Format 7" single Length 2:40 | |
Released November 20, 1970 (UK)
December 16, 1970 (U.S.) Recorded Aug-Sep 1970 at Morgan Studios, Willesden, London | ||
"Rats" is a song written by Dave Davies and performed by The Kinks on their album Lola versus Powerman and the Moneygoround, Part One. It is the tenth song on the album, and has a duration of 2:40. John Dalton's bass work is a notable aspect of the song.
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Overview
"Rats" is one of two songs by Davies on Lola vs Powerman, the other being "Strangers". It contrasts heavily with some of the other tracks on the album, featuring heavy guitar chords and fast-paced vocals. "Rats" marks an end somewhat to Dave Davies' contributions to Kinks albums, as ones preceding Lola versus Powerman and beginning with Kinda Kinks usually included one or two songs credited to Davies.
Single release
It was released as a B-Side to "Apeman", which turned out to be a successful single in the UK, peaking at #5. While not as successful as its sister single Lola in the U.S., it did chart in the top 50 (see positions below).