: Extended versions often feature a "director’s cut" approach, adding repeated choruses or elongated instrumental sections that highlight the interplay between the rhythm section and Ham’s frantic saxophone solos.
Originally released in Australia in June 1981 before hitting #1 in America in late 1982, the song's transition to an extended format typically involves several key structural changes: Men At Work - Who can it be now [ Extended Remix]
Several variations of the extended mix exist across different platforms: Men At Work - Who Can It Be Now (Time Federation Remix) : Extended versions often feature a "director’s cut"
: While the track is rooted in early '80s New Wave and Pop Rock, remixes like the Blowfelt's Remix or newer Time Federation versions lean into electronic and house elements, modernizing the song's sound for current dance floors. Lyrical Themes Men At Work - Who can it be now [ Extended Remix]
: The narrator defends his "state of mental health," yet his behavior—creeping across the floor to avoid detection—suggests otherwise. Notable Versions and Availability
The extended format provides more "space" for the song's core theme: . The lyrics depict a narrator trapped in his home, fearful of an unknown visitor knocking at his door.