Clockwork (Easton Corbin song)
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"Clockwork" is a song recorded by American country music artist Easton Corbin. It was released in January 2014 as the lead single from Corbin's third studio album, About to Get Real. The song was written by Carson Chamberlain, Ashley Gorley and Wade Kirby.
Content
When asked about the song Corbin stated, “I’m very, VERY excited to have new music out now for my fans. I’m excited especially to release a song like ‘Clockwork...’‘Clockwork’ is a good reflection of my country roots and it shows that I’m growing as an artist. I think when my fans hear this song they will get a good taste of how my upcoming album is going to be.”[1][2]
Critical reception
Matt Bjorke of Roughstock rated Clockwork 3.5 stars.[3] He states, "as far as lead singles from upcoming albums go, “Clockwork” is the kind of song which SHOULD do well at radio. It has the contemporary melody —there’s even audible steel guitar fills — and a solid vocal from Easton Corbin."
Music video
The music video was directed by Shaun Silva and premiered in April 2014.[4]
Chart performance
The song entered the Hot Country Songs chart at No. 41 on its week of release (chart week February 15, 2014). It also appeared on the Country Airplay chart at No. 54 the same week. The song has sold 108,000 copies in the U.S. as of June 2014.[5] It also debuted at number 24 on the U.S. Billboard Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles chart for the week of July 12, 2014. On the week of July 19, 2014, it peaked at number 32 on Country Airplay chart, becoming Corbin's first single to miss the top 30.
| Chart (2014) | Peak position |
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| US Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles (Billboard)[6] | 24 |
| US Country Airplay (Billboard)[7] | 32 |
| US Hot Country Songs (Billboard)[8] | 31 |
Year-end charts
| Chart (2014) | Position |
|---|---|
| US Hot Country Songs (Billboard)[9] | 98 |
References
- ^ Hannahlee Allers (January 13, 2014). "Easton Corbin Releases New Single, 'Clockwork'". The Boot. Retrieved February 3, 2013.
- ^ Billy Dukes (January 10, 2014). "Easton Corbin, 'Clockwork' – ToC Critic's Pick". Taste of Country. Retrieved February 3, 2013.
- ^ Matt Bjorke (January 10, 2014). "Single Review: Easton Corbin - Clockwork". Roughstock. Retrieved January 16, 2013.
- ^ Lane, Laura (April 16, 2014). "First Look! Watch Easton Corbin's 'Clockwork' Music Video". People. Retrieved April 16, 2014.
- ^ Bjorke, Matt (June 19, 2014). "Country Chart News: The Top 30 Digital Singles For June 19, 2014". Roughstock.
- ^ "Easton Corbin Chart History (Bubbling Under Hot 100)". Billboard.
- ^ "Easton Corbin Chart History (Country Airplay)". Billboard.
- ^ "Easton Corbin Chart History (Hot Country Songs)". Billboard.
- ^ "Best of 2014: Hot Country Songs". Billboard. Prometheus Global Media. 2014. Retrieved December 9, 2014.