Kitty Can

The song Kitty Can by the Bee Gees has a particularity in its sound that arises from the recording technology of the era. It was recorded at IBC studios using brand new eight-track equipment, which had just been installed. This equipment, designed for American voltage, required an intermediate device to function in England, which resulted in a slight instability. A direct consequence is that the mono version of Kitty Can sounds noticeably faster than the stereo version. The album Idea, where it appears, offers both mixes, and even an additional stereo version with orchestral arrangements by Bill Shepherd.

The composition of Kitty Can was conceived in one night in London, as recounted by Barry Gibb, sharing that moment with Maurice Gibb and Lulu in the first apartment they shared. The official recording began on June 12, 1968, along with other tracks. This song, released as the B-side of the single I've Gotta Get a Message to You in July 1968, was also included as the second track on the album Idea in September of the same year. In 1973, a compilation titled Kitty Can was released in Argentina and Uruguay, with this song occupying the first position. It is said that a demo version exists, not yet officially released, which resembles the final version but with additional improvised choruses, almost like vocal *scat*, where Maurice's high-pitched voice stands out more.