The Cars - All Mixed Up Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who wrote the song 'All Mixed Up' by The Cars?

   The song 'All Mixed Up' was written by Ric Ocasek, the bandleader of The Cars.

2. Which album features the song 'All Mixed Up'?

   'All Mixed Up' is the final track on The Cars' self-titled debut album, released in 1978.

3. Who sings the lead vocals on 'All Mixed Up'?

   In the studio version of 'All Mixed Up,' bassist Benjamin Orr sings the lead vocals. Ric Ocasek sang the lead vocals on the demo version.

4. Is 'All Mixed Up' connected to any other track on the album?

   Yes, 'All Mixed Up' is bridged together with 'Moving in Stereo' on the album, and they are often played together on AOR and classic rock radio stations.

5. What unique element does 'All Mixed Up' feature?

   'All Mixed Up' includes a closing saxophone solo played by Greg Hawkes, which is the only saxophone solo in The Cars' discography. It also makes use of the Mu-Tron Octavider pedal.

6. Has 'All Mixed Up' received any notable recognition?

   Yes, critic Brian Kachejian of Classic Rock History rated 'Moving in Stereo' combined with 'All Mixed Up' as The Cars' all-time greatest song. Emily Fagan also rated it as the 4th best song sung by Benjamin Orr.