"Bits and Pieces" is a song by British beat group The Dave Clark Five. The single hit number 2 in the UK and number 4 in the US, as well as being a success in other countries. It was number 2 or 4 in Australia, number 1 in Canada and Ireland, and number 4 in the Netherlands. In Germany, it reached number 20. Lead vocals are sung by Mike Smith, who also co-wrote the song. "Bits and Pieces" is one of several Dave Clark Five songs written by Ron Ryan, rather than by Clark. The song's distinct stomp-like pattern has been sampled by numerous musicians.