Slow It Down
East 17
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Slow it down, slow it down Slow it down, slow it down Calm down, take it easy, take a break or rest Before it's too late, take the weight off your chest Because you're lovin' it too fast, too fast true love If this is your tempo, let go real fast 'Cause I'm in no hurry to get nowhere No don't move so fast, take a little more care 'Cause I'm here for your needs, they're always around So let us take this love of ours and slow it down (Slow it down) Yeah, you're movin' too fast (Slow it down) Yeah, the longer it lasts (Slow it down) Yeah, let you're heart beat with mine Slow it down (Ooh, let's take our time) Hush, ain't no rush Nothin' can compare to a cold, cold touch Let the rhythm of our hearts keep the beat Let the passion and desire fire the heat 'Cause if I love too fast I ain't gonna last, slow it down is all I ask 'Cause the slower the better, the better the feel Rock to my rhythm 'cause my rhythm girl is real (Slow it down) Ooh, you're movin' too fast (Slow it down) Yeah, the longer it lasts (Slow it down) Yeah, let you're heart beat with mine (Slow it down) Yeah, let's take our time Sittin' on your bed, in your head you look alone Oh, let my love inside, my heart become your home And let your spirit roam in the land of the free While our vibrations blend, blinded in unity Where the colors of the rainbow are up there in full flow Hold on babe, I won't let go, no I'll never let you go (Slow it down) Yeah, you're movin' too fast (Slow it down) Yeah, if you want it to last (Slow it down) Yeah, let you're heart beat with mine (Slow it down) Ooh baby, let's take your time (Slow it down) Ooh, you're movin' too fast (Slow it down) Yeah, if you want it to last (Slow it down) Ooh, let you're heart beat with mine (Slow it down) Yeah baby, let's take our time (Slow it down) Girl, you're movin' too fast (Slow it down) Yeah, if you want it to last (Slow it down) Yeah, let you're heart beat with mine (Slow it down) Ooh baby, let's take your time Slow it down, slow it down Slow it down, slow it down
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Written by: ANTHONY MICHAEL MORTIMER
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10 facts about this song
Origin"Slow It Down" is a song released by the popular British boy band, East 17, known for their unique blend of pop and hip-hop influences.
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AlbumThe song comes from their third studio album "Up All Night", which was released in 1995.
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Chart PerformanceUnlike many of their other hits, "Slow It Down" did not make it high up in the UK Singles chart. It peaked at number 10, while most of their other songs typically ranked within the top 5.
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GenreThis song marked a slight deviation from their usual pop/rave style, exhibiting a more soulful R&B influence.
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InspirationThe melody of "Slow It Down" is noted to have similarities to The Stylistics' "You Make Me Feel Brand New," pointing towards a Motown influence on the band's sound.
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Song LyricsThe lyrics of "Slow It Down" are seen as focused on a mature, slower-paced love, different from their earlier tracks which featured more youthful, passionate themes.
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ContributionUnlike many of their biggest hits which were penned by band member Tony Mortimer, "Slow It Down" was written by the whole band collectively.
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VideoThe video for the song, whilst not as iconic as some of their earlier ones, was noted for its slow-motion, artistic scenes - fitting for a song called "Slow It Down".
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Popular SongDespite not hitting the top of the charts, "Slow It Down" is still popular amongst East 17 fans for its different lyrical tone and melody and is often included in the set list for their live performances.
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MembersDuring the time of this song, East 17 consisted of members Tony Mortimer, Brian Harvey, Terry Coldwell and John Hendy. Shortly after the release of their third album, Brian Harvey was controversially sacked from the group.
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