Oh How Happy
Edwin Starr
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Do roo, do roo, do roo, do roo do... Oh how happy (you have made me) Oh how happy (you have made me) I have kissed your lips A thousand times And more times than i can count I have called you mine You have stood by me In my darkest hours Sing Oh how happy (you have made me) Oh how happy (you have made me) Oh how happy (you have made me) Oh how happy (you have made me) In our years together We've got stormy weathers But our love has been so strong For some how we carry on Sing Oh how happy (you have made me) Oh how happy (you have made me), ooh, ooh You brought joy To my empty life, yeah And all that was wrong You made it right Our love (our love) Our love (our love) Our love, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah... Oh how happy (you have made me) Oh how happy (you have made me) Oh how happy (oh how happy) Oh how happy (oh how happy) Oh how happy, ooh... You... You have made me (you have made me) You have made me (you have made me) You have made me (you have made me)
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Written by: EDWIN STARR
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10 facts about this song
Song Origin"Oh How Happy" was originally recorded by the American vocal group "Shades of Blue" in 1966.
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SuccessThe song achieved a significant level of success and reached no. 12 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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SongwriteIt was written by Edwin Starr who later became a successful solo artist in the Motown era, well-known for his hit song "War".
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CompositionThe song consists of a doo-wop style with heavy emphasis on vocal harmonies which was typical for Motown music during the 1960s.
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Cover VersionsDespite originally being a hit for Shades of Blue, "Oh How Happy" has been covered by numerous artists over the years including Jackson 5 and Percy Sledge.
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Edwin Starr's PerformanceStarr himself recorded a version of the song in 1970 after his success with "War", showcasing his powerful and soulful voice in contrast to the softer, harmonious version of Shades of Blue.
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Chart PerformanceStarr's version did not chart as high as the original, but it still managed to reach an impressive no. 26 in the UK and no. 68 on the U.S. R&B charts.
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Legacy"Oh How Happy" has maintained its popularity over the years and continues to be played on oldies radio stations, reflecting the enduring legacy of both Shades of Blue and Edwin Starr.
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Cultural ImpactThe song was sampled in the 2007 #1 R&B song "Make Me Better" by Fabolous featuring Ne-Yo, demonstrating its continued influence on contemporary music.
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Song Meaning"Oh How Happy" is a powerful love song, celebrating the joy and happiness that love can bring into a person's life. Despite its age, the song's theme continues to resonate with many people, making it a timeless classic.
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