Joanna
Kool & the Gang
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[Chorus] Joanna, I love you You're the one, the one for me I'm in love, and I won't lie She's my girl and always on my mind She gives me her love and a feeling that's right Never lets me down, especially at night So, I'm gonna do the best I can To please that girl and be her only man, see She cheers me up when I feel alone And that's why baby I've got to let you know [Chorus] She's the one, the one for me She's the kind of girl makes you feel nice, so I'll try my best to do what's right Take her for a ride - everything's fine CHORUS Searched so far, searched so long To find someone, someone to count on Now I feel I've got it right here Found it in you, baby, you, my dear We can do all night, so nice We'll have it all and everything will be alright I'm promising you, take it from me Take it home, baby, take it home, baby She's the one, the one for me She's the kind of girl makes you feel nice, so I'll try my best to do what's right Take her for a ride, everything's fine Oh Joanna Oh Joanna [Chorus] Joanna, (Yes I love you) I love you You're the one, the one for me Believe me babe when I say Joanna (Yes I love you) Joanna, Joanna
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Written by: CLAYDES SMITH, CLIFFORD ALANZA ADAMS, CLIFFORD ALANZA JR ADAM, CURTIS WILLIAMS, CURTIS FITZGERALD WILLIAMS, GEORGE BROWN, GEORGE MELVIN BROWN, JAMES TAYLOR, JAMES L. BONNEFOND, JAMES WARREN J.T. TAYLOR, ROBERT BELL, ROBERT E. BELL, RONALD BELL
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12 facts about this song
Release Date"Joanna" was released in 1983. It is one of Kool & the Gang's hit songs from the early '80s.
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Album Info"Joanna" is included in the band's eighteenth studio album titled "In the Heart."
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Chart PerformanceThe song topped the Billboard R&B chart and peaked at no. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 in early 1984. It also hit number two on the UK singles chart.
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Song Genre"Joanna" is a song of Dance-pop, blue-eyed soul, quiet storm, and urban genres. It showcases the band's smooth integration of various music styles.
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Song DurationThe full studio version of the song is approximately 4 minutes 23 seconds long.
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Musical StyleWith a catchy chorus and emotionally charged lyrics, "Joanna" is a romantic ballad that strays from the band's typical funk style.
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Songwriters"Joanna" was written by three members of the band – Robert "Kool" Bell, Ronald Bell, and James "J.T." Taylor.
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Song MeaningThe song expresses the lead singer J.T. Taylor's affectionate feelings towards a woman named Joanna. The song's lyrics reflect a working-class romantic narrative.
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Music VideoThe music video of "Joanna" features a small café named Joanna's Diner, where JT Taylor is romantically interested in a waitress named Joanna.
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AccoladesDespite its commercial success, "Joanna" did not win any major music awards. However, it has secured a longstanding position in Kool & the Gang’s repertoire, commonly featured in greatest-hits collections and live performances.
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Cover VersionsAlthough many Kool & the Gang songs have been sampled and covered by other artists, "Joanna" is less commonly reworked, possibly due to its distinctive, time-specific style.
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Global SuccessApart from its success in the United States and the United Kingdom, "Joanna" was a big hit in other countries as well such as Canada, New Zealand, and several European countries.
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