That's Where It's At
The Sims Twins, Sam Cooke
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Eyes turned away I know And music soft and slow With someone you love so That's where it's at, yeah Your world turned upside down You're making not a sound No one else around That's where it's at, yeah Let me tell you Your heart beatin' fast You're knowin' that time won't last But a-hopin' that it lasts That's where it's at, oh yeah That's where it's at, pretty baby That's where it's at, oh yes it is That's where it's at, pretty baby That's where it's at, oh yeah Let me tell you just one thing To say it's time to go And she says "Yes I know" But just stay one minute more That's where it's at Oh let me say it one more time That's where it's at, pretty baby That's where it's at, I know that's where it's at That's where it's at, pretty baby That's where it's at
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Written by: James W Alexander, Sam Cooke
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13 facts about this song
Artist BeginningsSam Cooke, the artist who performed "That's Where It's At," began singing as a child at his local church. His gospel-influenced style helped shape the soul music genre.
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Released Date"That's Where It's At" was released in January 1965, nearly two months after Sam Cooke's death.
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Posthumous ReleaseThis song was one of the posthumously released tracks in Sam Cooke's career. He was tragically shot and killed in December 1964.
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Album InfoThe song was included in the album "Shake," which was released after Cooke's death and included some unused tracks from previous recording sessions.
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Song WritersIt was written by Sam Cooke himself along with J.W. Alexander.
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Studio SessionsThe song was recorded during the September 30 & October 1, 1964 session.
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Recording Company"That's Where It's At" was recorded under the label "RCA Records."
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Song ThemeThe song is known for its emotional depth and poignant lyrics about love and longing, a common theme in much of Cooke's music.
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Signature Style"That’s Where It’s At" showcases Sam Cooke's signature style of smooth and soulful vocals.
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Influence on ArtistsMany artists, including Van Morrison, cite Sam Cooke and songs like "That's Where It's At" as foundational to their own musical development.
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Contemporary CoversOther artists such as Van Morrison and Bobby Bland have covered this song.
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Chart PerformanceDespite being released posthumously, the song still performed well on charts and is one of his memorable works.
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Legacy"That's Where It's At" is considered a classic and regularly covered by contemporary artists, affirming Sam Cooke's enduring influence on the music world.
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