Hello - New York Groove Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who wrote 'New York Groove'?

   The song 'New York Groove' was written by English musician and producer Russ Ballard. He wrote the song while flying to New York City to work on a Roger Daltrey solo album.

2. When was the original version of 'New York Groove' by Hello released?

   The original version of 'New York Groove' by the British glam rock band Hello was released in 1975 as part of their debut album, 'Keeps Us Off the Streets.'

3. How did Hello's version of 'New York Groove' perform in the charts?

   Hello's version of 'New York Groove' reached number nine in the UK and subsequently climbed to number seven in Germany.

4. What inspired Ace Frehley's version of 'New York Groove'?

   Ace Frehley, the lead guitarist of Kiss, was initially skeptical about covering 'New York Groove.' However, after some persuasion from co-producer Eddie Kramer, he recorded it for his 1978 solo album. Frehley once mentioned that his take on the song was inspired by his experiences in New York City's Times Square in the 1970s.

5. Has 'New York Groove' been featured in any notable media?

   Yes, 'New York Groove' has been featured in various media. The Hello version is included in the 2008 video game Grand Theft Auto IV and has been used in commercials, including a 2012 AT&T commercial. The Ace Frehley version was proposed for use in 'Avengers: Infinity War' and discussed in a deleted scene.

6. How has 'New York Groove' been used in sports events?

   'New York Groove' is played by several sports teams in New York. The New York Mets play it after home victories, the New York Giants use it after scoring touchdowns at home games, and the song was also played at Super Bowl XXXV, XLII, and XLVI. Additionally, Ace Frehley performed it live at the 2018 NHL Winter Classic.