Stayin Alive
1977
Songwriters:
Barry Gibb; Robin Gibb; Maurice Gibb.
Full mix
Drums
Acoustic Drum Kit
Drums
Percussion
Bass
Electric Bass
Guitar
Rhytm Electric Guitar
Guitar
Lead Electric Guitar
Guitar
Acoustic Guitar
Keys
Electric Piano
Keys
Synth Pad
Keys
String Section
Keys
Brass Section
Vocals
Backing Vocal
Vocals
Lead Vocal
“Stayin’ Alive” is one of the most iconic songs of the disco era and a defining track of the Saturday Night Fever soundtrack. Built around a driving rhythm, falsetto vocals, and a distinctive drum pattern, the song captures themes of resilience and survival amid urban pressure. Its infectious groove and confident delivery helped propel the track to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and made it a global anthem of late-1970s dance culture. Over time, “Stayin’ Alive” has transcended its disco origins, becoming a cultural reference point frequently used in film, television, and even CPR training due to its steady tempo. The song remains a testament to the Bee Gees’ songwriting mastery and their central role in shaping popular music history.