Let's Work
Prince
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One, two, three Let's work I've had my eyes on you ever since you walked in the room C'mon and take my hand, don't try to understand Oh baby nothing can stop us now, I'm gonna show you how Show you how to work C'mon let's have some fun, we'll work till morning comes Lemme see ya work, c'mon I'd love to turn you on, I'd work you all night long If I could get you in the raw, I'd make you climb the walls Oh yeah nothing can stop us now, I'm gonna show you how Show you how to work C'mon let's have some fun, we'll work till morning comes Yeah, yeah, lemme see ya work, c'mon Let's work Work alright, we're gonna work all night Everybody work, that's right, everybody everybody work Alright, we're gonna work all night Everybody work, that's right, everybody everybody work Nothing can stop us now, I'm gonna show you how (let's work) I'm gonna show you how Oh babe (work) c'mon let's have some fun We'll work till morning comes (let's work) We'll work till the morning comes (Work) nothing can stop us now (nothing gonna stop us) (Let's work) I'm gonna show you how (work) C'mon let's have some fun (let's work) We'll work till morning comes Everybody say (work) We're gonna work all night everybody (Let's work) that's right everybody everybody (let's work)
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Written by: Prince Rogers Nelson
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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15 facts about this song
Album Information"Let's Work" is featured on Prince's 1981 album, "Controversy."
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Chart PerformanceThe song reached number nine on the Billboard Top Black Singles chart and number 104 on the Billboard Bubbling Under the Hot 100.
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Songwriting and CompositionThe song was written, produced, arranged, and composed solely by Prince.
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InstrumentationPrince played all the instruments on the record, showcasing his multi-instrumentalist skills.
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Album Context"Let's Work" reflects the socio-political themes present throughout the "Controversy" album.
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Single ReleaseIssued as the album's second single, "Let's Work" was one of Prince's earliest songs to be remixed and extended for the 12" format.
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Dance HitThe song is upbeat and is renowned as one of Prince's most popular dance numbers.
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Music Video"Let's Work" does not have an official music video, but a live version of the song appeared as a music video on MTV Australia.
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LengthThe original song runs for 3 minutes and 42 seconds, while the extended dance remix is nearly twice as long, running for 8 minutes and 3 seconds.
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Cultural ImpactIt has been covered by numerous artists over the years, reflecting its continued popularity and influence within popular music.
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Commercial Formats"Let's Work" was released on 7-inch vinyl in several countries, and also on 12-inch vinyl in the USA, UK, and Japan.
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Live PerformancesThe song was a staple of Prince's live performances and remained in his concert setlists for several decades.
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Legacy"Let's Work" continues to be celebrated as a key track in Prince's discography, contributing to his reputation as a pioneering and influential artist.
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Noteworthy LyricsThe song opens with the provocative line "I've had my eyes on you ever since you walked in the room,” demonstrating Prince's signature blend of romance and desire.
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Distinctive Sound"Let's Work" richly showcases Prince's innovative blend of funk, R&B, dance, and rock music.
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