: The song was released in July 1978 and reached #1 in the UK and Belgium, while peaking at #2 in Australia.
is the most successful single from 10cc's 1978 album Bloody Tourists . Written by Eric Stewart and Graham Gouldman, it became the band's third and final UK #1 hit. Key Facts 10cc - Dreadlock Holiday 1978 2
: It is a rare example of a "white reggae" hit from the late 70s, featuring the famous "I don't like cricket, oh no, I love it" refrain. Pop Culture Legacy : The song was released in July 1978
: Due to its lyrics, it has long been used as the theme music for cricket broadcasts in the UK on Sky Sports. Key Facts : It is a rare example
: The song features in a scene where a college DJ mixes the track during a party.
: The track was sampled in the 2002 dance hit "Luv Da Sunshine" by Intenso Project .