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About You Gotta Be
"You Gotta Be" is a R&B and soul song by British singer Des'ree, written by the singer with the track's producer, Ashley Ingram. It was the third song on Des'ree's second album I Ain't Movin', and the first song on that album's US version. The song was released as a single around the world in 1994, becoming a top-forty hit in several countries and a top-ten hit in the United States and Australia. As of 13 June 1998 the single has sold 358,000 copies in United States, and it has received Gold certifications in New Zealand and the United Kingdom. The song was used in several television advertisem*nts over the following years, and a 1999 remix single became a top-ten hit in Des'ree's native UK and a number-one hit in Spain.more »
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Listen as your day unfoldsChallenge what the future holdsTry and keep your head up to the skyLovers, they may 'cause you tearsGo ahead release your fearsStand up and be countedDon't be ashamed to cryYou gotta beYou gotta be bad, you gotta be bold, you gotta be wiserYou gotta be hard, you gotta be tough, you gotta be strongerYou gotta be cool, you gotta be calm, you gotta stay togetherAll I know, all I know, love will save the dayHerald what your mother saidRead the books your father readTry to solve the puzzles in your own sweet timeSome may have more cash than youOthers take a different viewMy oh my, yea, eh, ehYou gotta be bad, you gotta be bold, you gotta be wiserYou gotta be hard, you gotta be tough, you gotta be strongerYou gotta be cool, you gotta be calm, you gotta stay togetherAll I know, all I know, love will save the dayTime ask no questions, it goes on without youLeaving you behind if you can't stand the paceThe world keeps on spinningCan't stop it, if you tried toThis best part is danger staring you in the faceListen as your day unfoldsChallenge what the future holdsTry and keep your head up to the skyLovers, they may cause you tearsGo ahead release your fearsMy oh my, eh, eh, ehYou gotta be bad, you gotta be bold, you gotta be wiserYou gotta be hard, you gotta be tough, you gotta be strongerYou gotta be cool, you gotta be calm, you gotta stay togetherAll I know, all I know, love will save the dayYeah, yeah, yeahYou gotta be bad, you gotta be bold, you gotta be wiserYou gotta be hard, you gotta be tough, you gotta be strongerYou gotta be cool, you gotta be calm, you gotta stay togetherAll I know, all I know, love will save the dayYeah, yeahGot to be boldGot to be badGot to be wiseDo what others sayGot to be hardNot too too hardAll I know is love will save the dayYou gotta be bad, you gotta be bold, you gotta be wiserYou gotta be hard, you gotta be tough, you gotta be strongerYou gotta be cool, you gotta be calm, you gotta stay together
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Des'ree
Des'ree (born Desirée Annette Weeks, 30 November 1968) is a British R&B recording artist who rose to popularity during the 1990s. She is well known for her hits: "Feel So High", "You Gotta Be", "Life", and "Kissing You" (from the soundtrack of the film William Shakespeare's Romeo + Juliet). Des'ree has not released any new material since 2003's Dream Soldier. She currently resides in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. more »
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Written by: Des'ree Weekes, Ashley Ingram
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
15 facts about this song
Release Date"You Gotta Be" was released in March 1994, as part of Des'ree's second album, "I Ain't Movin'." |
GenreThe song is an amalgamation of Pop, Soul, and R&B genres. |
Chart SuccessThe single peaked at number five on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States. |
Inspirational MessageThe song is well-known and loved for spreading a message of self-empowerment and positivity. |
International RecognitionThe single was a global hit, reaching top 10 in charts in the UK, Australia, Canada, and other countries. |
Re-releasedDue to its popularity, the song was re-released in Britain in 1995 and 1999. |
CertificationsIt was certified Gold by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI) and Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). |
Music VideoThe music video features Des'ree singing and dancing around various colorful set pieces and is quite symbolic. |
Lyrics and CompositionThe lyrics, which is full of affirmations and positive thoughts, were written by Des'ree and Ashley Ingram. This song is composed in the key of C major. |
Covers and samplingThe song has been covered by several artists and sampled in numerous other tracks due to its iconic status. |
Cultural ReferencesIt has often been used in popular culture, from movie and TV show soundtracks to commercials, and motivational videos. |
Grammy NominationIn 1996, the song was nominated for a Grammy Award as Best Female Pop Vocal performance. |
ReceptionCritics have praised the positive message and catchy nature of the song, often lauding it as a motivational anthem. |
InfluenceThis song has been recognized as pioneer and a standout in the music of the 90s, inspiring other artists and cultural movements. |
LegacyBillboard magazine named "You Gotta Be" the 15th biggest selling single of all genres in 1995, solidifying its prominent place in music history. |
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