U Got the Look

Prince

About U Got the Look

"U Got the Look" is a song by American musician Prince. It opens the second disc of Prince's 1987 double album Sign o' the Times, and became the album's runner-up chart single. Musically, the song is standard 12-bar rock song with emphasis on the contrast between heavy drum beats by a LinnDrum drum machine and Sheila E.'s live percussion, and a vastly distorted almost completely saturated guitar sound. Although not credited on the single release, the song also features Scottish recording artist Sheena Easton, who sings with Prince. Prince sings in his sped-up "Camille" voice, although the song was not intended for the Camille album. The lyrics recite the familiar "boy versus girl in the World Series of love" line. (Coincidentally, the World Series came to Prince's hometown of Minneapolis a few months after the song was released.) The music video for the song featuring Sheena Easton was filmed in Paris, France, and was directed by American music video director David Hogan. It was included in the Sign “☮” the Times film, and features the intro from the extended version of the song. The entire video is portrayed to be a dream sequence by Prince, dozing off in his dressing room. In the US, the single went to number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 singles tally, the week of October 17, 1987, only behind "Lost in Emotion" by Lisa Lisa and Cult Jam. The single stayed in the top 10 of the chart for six weeks. 


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1987
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Here we are folks
The dream we all dream of
Boy versus girl in the World Series of love
Tell me, have you got the look?

You walked in, I woke up
I've never seen a pretty girl
Look so tough, baby
You got that look

Color you peach and black
Color me takin' aback
Crucial, I think I want ya

You've got the look (You've got the hook)
You sho'nuf do be cookin' in my book
Your face is jammin'
Your body's heck-a-slammin'
If love is good
Let's get to rammin'

You got the look
You got the look

Look here
You got the look (you got the look)
You must'a took (you must'a took)
A whole hour just to make up your face, baby
Closin' time, ugly lights, everybody's inspected (Everybody's inspected)
But you are a natural beauty unaffected (Unaffected)
Did I say an hour?
My face is red, I stand corrected (I stand corrected)

You've got the look
You've got the hook
You sho'nuf do be cookin' in my book
Your face is jammin'
Your body's heck-a-slammin'
If love is good
Let's get to rammin'

You got the look
You got the look
(There's no girl to do)
Well here we are, ladies and gentlemen, the dream we all dream of
(Oh, please!) Boy versus girl in the World Series of love slammin'

You walked in (I walked in)
I woke up (you woke up)
I never seen such a pretty girl look so tough
(I never seen such a pretty girl look so tough)

Baby (Baby)
You got that look (you got that look)
Yes you do (Yes you do)
Color you peach and black
Color me takin' aback, baby
Crucial, I think I want ya

You've got the look
You've got the hook
You sho'nuf do be cookin' in my book
Your face is jammin'
Your body's heck-a-slammin'
If your love is good
Let's get to rammin' (Now)

You got the look
You got the look

Here we are folks
The dream we all dream of

You got the look
You got the look
You got the look
You got the look
You got the look

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Prince

Prince Rogers Nelson (born June 7, 1958 - found dead in his home April 21, 2016. He died of an accidental overdose of the drug fentanyl), was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. Known by his mononym Prince, he was an American singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and actor. He produced ten platinum albums and thirty Top 40 singles during his career. He wrote several hundred songs plus produced and recorded his own music for his own music label. Prince had a wide vocal range and was known for his flamboyant stage presence and costumes. His releases sold over 100 million copies worldwide. He won seven Grammy Awards, a Golden Globe, and an Academy Award. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2004, the first year he was eligible. Ro… more »

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Written by: Prince Rogers Nelson

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Release and Reception
"U Got the Look" was released as a single in 1987 from Prince's double album "Sign o' the Times". - The song incorporated elements of rock and funk, showcasing Prince's eclectic musical style. - It was Prince's highest charting single from the album, peaking at #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States.
Collaboration
The song is a duet with Scottish singer Sheena Easton, whom Prince had previously worked with on her 1984 album "A Private Heaven". - Easton's contributions to the song were lauded, with critics praising the chemistry between the two singers.
Music Video
The music video for "U Got the Look" is unique for the fact that it features Prince performing in a dream sequence against his alter ego, known as 'Camille'. - The video's stylized approach and Prince's flamboyant persona garnered considerable attention and further bolstered the song's popularity.
Special Technique
The vocals on "U Got the Look" were sped up, giving it a distinct and high-pitched quality. - This was a technique Prince frequently used on his songs to alter his voice and create a unique sound, often referring to this altered voice as 'Camille', his alter ego.
Lyrics and Themes
"U Got the Look" is noted for its sexually charged lyrics and themes of desire, reflecting Prince's reputation for pushing boundaries in his music. - The song embodies a playful, flirtatious conversation between Prince and Easton, with the lyrics often showcasing double entendre.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by several artists over the years, demonstrating its lasting influence. - Notable covers include the version by American pop artist Gary Private and by Finnish symphonic metal band Apocalyptica.
Released Date
"U Got the Look" is a single by Prince, released on July 14, 1987.
Popularity Status
It achieved considerable success particularly in the United States, where it reached #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, contributing to the commercial success of its parent album, “Sign O’ The Times”.
Collaboration
The song features a duet with Scottish singer Sheena Easton, which was unusual for Prince as it was one of his few collaborations with other singers.
Stylistic Elements
The song is marked by its use of dynamic drum programming, synthesizers, and heavy guitar riffs.
Music Video Creation
The music video for "U Got the Look" was filmed in Paris, France, and was directed by American film director and cinematographer, David Hogan.
Chart Performance
In addition to the U.S., the song also achieved success in several other countries, peaking at #11 in the UK, #8 in the Netherlands, and #3 in New Zealand.
Grammy Nomination
"U Got the Look" was nominated for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals at the 30th Grammy Awards in 1988.
Album Success
Upon its release, "U Got the Look" immensely boosted the sales of its parent album 'Sign O' the Times', which was considered by many as Prince's most ambitious and critically acclaimed album.
Songwriting Prowess
This song emphasizes Prince's songwriting versatility - being able to successfully write and produce a song that is eclectic, combining aspects of funk, pop, rock, and new wave.
Unique Factor
One interesting facet of the song is its distorted, funhouse mirror-like quality, made by slowing the track down for recording, then speeding it up again for playback.
Lasting Impact
"U Got the Look" continues to receive airplay, being a staple in Prince's catalog and has widely been covered by various artists.

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