Down on the Street



"Down on the Street" is a 1984 song by British band Shakatak. The song is about the joy of nightlife. It was a big hit, reaching #9 in the UK.

It was also their only chart entry in the U.S., with no further hits there, although their duet with Al Jarreau on "Day by Day" in 1985 was a mild success.

The song has been covered by Norwegian band D'Sound.

Track listing

 * 7" single
 * 1) "Down on the Street" 3:16
 * 2) "Holding On" 4:35


 * 12" single
 * 1) "Down on the Street" 6:48
 * 2) "Dark Is the Night" 6:05