Rockit by Herbie Hancock spent seven weeks in the Dutch Top 40, peaking at number 8 (week 40 of 1983). It entered in week 38 of 1983 and was last in the chart in week 44 of 1983.
In the Dutch Top 40
All weeks (7)
- week 38, 1983 27 new
- week 39, 1983 11 ▲ 16
- week 40, 1983 8 ▲ 3
- week 41, 1983 8 =
- week 42, 1983 15 ▼ 7
- week 43, 1983 25 ▼ 10
- week 44, 1983 30 ▼ 5
Sound of Rockit
Rockit sounds more electric, more energetic and more danceable than the shelves on average, at a tempo around 111 bpm, in G major.
Live, a song often sounds different, and you can see which instrument plays what: live performances on YouTube.
Also by Herbie Hancock in the Dutch Top 40
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Frequently asked questions
About Rockit by Herbie Hancock, one sentence per question.
What was the peak position of Rockit in the Dutch Top 40?
Number 8, in week 40 of 1983.
How many weeks was Rockit in the Dutch Top 40?
Seven weeks, from week 38 of 1983 to week 44 of 1983. That adds up to 163 points (41 minus the position per week).
When did Rockit enter the Dutch Top 40?
In week 38 of 1983, at number 27.
Can I listen to Rockit?
Yes, the play button on this page plays the record on Spotify (5:28); the recording was released on 17 September 1983.
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