Push and Pull
Rufus Thomas
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Hey, everybody, Mister Rufus in town Came here to take care of business Ain't gonna mess around I got a brand new dance, that ain't no bull Everybody's doing it talking 'bout push and pull I said, push, pull, push, pull Get on up, get on down Get on up Take it round and round I said, push, pull, push, pull Little bit more Push it, pull it Push it, pull it Lookie here Push it, pull it Push it, pull it Push it, pull it Push it, pull it Push it, pull it Push it, pull it Push it, pull it Push it, pull it Get out on the floor, you're gonna get left Get on your own, pretty baby, now go for yourself It's easier taking candy from a baby, don't hand me no bull Now you got it, baby you got that push and pull I said, push, pull Push, pull Listen get on up, get on down Get on up Take it round and round I said, push, pull, push, pull Listen Push it, pull it Push it, pull it Double upon Push it, pull it Push it, pull it Push it, pull it Push it, pull it Push it, pull it Push it, pull it Ah Oh, Mister Clean and James Brown Everybody been messing around I'm doing a hundred and laying on full I got this thing talking 'bout push and pull I said, push, pull Push, pull, oh, ho Push and pull, oh, ho
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Written by: RUFUS THOMAS
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Genre"Push and Pull" is a song that falls under the genres of Funk and Soul.
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Release DateThe song "Push and Pull" was released in the year 1970.
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AlbumIt is featured on Rufus Thomas's 1971 album named "Did You Heard Me?"
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Record LabelThe song was released by the legendary American record label Stax Records, which was home to many influential music artists.
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Chart SuccessThe song "Push and Pull" became a significant hit and peaked at number 25 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 2 on the Billboard R&B chart.
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Cultural ContextThe song is known for its sexually suggestive lyrics which were a reflection of the time period in which it was released when Music was becoming more open with its expressions of sexuality.
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Live PerformanceThe most significant aspect of the song is Rufus' dynamic and lively performance, making it popular in live gigs.
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Song LengthThe original release of "Push and Pull" was over 5 minutes long; it was significantly longer than the average song length of its time.
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RecognitionIn 1972, this song received a nomination for Best Rhythm & Blues Vocal Performance – Male at the 14th Annual Grammy Awards.
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LegacyDespite the controversy related to its lyrics, the song remains one of Rufus Thomas' popular tracks and is often played in funk and soul music circles.
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