Stage Fright
Chic
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My stage fright holds back me all night Stage fright My stage fright holds back me all night Stage fright, it's down right mind boggling My stage fright Ten thousand eyes stare down upon me Five thousand handsome viewers Make me feel a tingle in my spine The light are bright and so adorning They hypnotize and make me realize That things'll work out just fine My stage fright holds back me all night Stage fright, it's down right mind boggling My stage fright The people's screams are like injections Of magic stimulation, fascination Hits me right on time Once I get out there, gonna show them That pound for pound There's no one else around I'm puttin' it on the line My stage fright holds back me all night Stage fright, it's down right mind boggling My stage fright My stage fright holds back me all night Stage fright, it's down right mind boggling My stage fright The people's screams are like injections Of magic stimulation, fascination Hits me right on time Once I get out there, gonna show them That pound for pound There's no one else around I'm puttin' it on the line My stage fright holds back me all night Stage fright, it's down right mind boggling My stage fright My stage fright holds back me all night Stage fright, it's down right mind boggling My stage fright My stage fright
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Written by: BERNARD EDWARDS, NILE RODGERS
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10 facts about this song
Creation and Release"Stage Fright" is a song by the American band Chic. It was first released in 1981 as part of the band's fifth studio album, "Take It Off."
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Album PopularityThe album "Take It Off," which includes "Stage Fright," did not achieve the same level of commercial success as Chic's earlier albums. However, it was highly praised by critics.
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Band MembersChic was founded by Bernard Edwards and Nile Rodgers in 1976. "Stage Fright" was recorded during the period when both were part of the band.
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Song Popularity"Stage Fright" didn't achieve notable chart success; however, it is a fan-favorite and is often played at Chic events or gigs.
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GenreThe song "Stage Fright" is in the Disco and Funk genre, which is typical for the band Chic.
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Song-writeupBoth Nile Rodgers and Bernard Edwards wrote and composed "Stage Fright," primarily featuring their signature groovy bass and guitar lines.
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PerformanceSimilar to most Chic songs, "Stage Fright" features smooth, soulful vocals, a tight rhythm section, and vibrant brass arrangements.
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ConceptThe song's title, "Stage Fright," may refer to the anxiety or fear that can be felt when performing in front of an audience — something that many musicians can relate to.
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Notable PerformancesWhile "Stage Fright" was not a chart-topping hit, it has been performed numerous times in Chic concerts, often being featured in the band's setlists.
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Legacy"Stage Fright" is an example of Chic's adventurous melodies and harmonies, which over time, has heavily influenced modern pop, dance, and R&B music genera.
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