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| "(Between a) Rock and a Hard Place" | ||||
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| Single by Cutting Crew | ||||
| from the album The Scattering | ||||
| B-side | "Card House" | |||
| Released | 1989 | |||
| Length | 3:48 | |||
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"(Between a) Rock and a Hard Place" is a song by the British band Cutting Crew, released in 1989 as the lead single from their second studio album, The Scattering .
Singer Nick Van Eede stated in interviews that the lyrics of "(Between a) Rock and a Hard Place" were inspired by personal struggles and the pressures of navigating life's challenges. The song reflects the emotional intensity and resilience required to overcome difficult circumstances.[ citation needed ]
| Chart (1989) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| Canada Top Singles ( RPM ) [1] | 54 |
| UK Singles (OCC) [2] | 66 |
| US Billboard Hot 100 [3] | 77 |