Boogie Wonderland
Earth, Wind & Fire
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Dance, boogie wonderland Ha, ha, dance Boogie wonderland Midnight creeps so slowly into hearts of men who need more than they get Daylight deals a bad hand to a woman who has laid too many bets The mirror stares you in the face and says "Baby, uh, uh, it don't work" You say your prayers though you don't care, you dance and shake the hurt Dance, boogie wonderland Ha, ha, dance Boogie wonderland (yeah) Sound fly through the night I chase my vinyl dreams to Boogie Wonderland I find romance when I start to dance in Boogie Wonderland (ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, dance) (Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, dance, ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, dance) I find romance when I start to dance in Boogie Wonderland (dance, ooh, ooh, ooh dance) (Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, dance, ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, dance) All the love in the world can't be gone All the need to be loved can't be wrong All the records are playing and my heart keeps saying (oh, ah) "Boogie wonderland, wonderland" (ha, ah-ah) Dance, boogie wonderland Ha, ha, dance (dance, ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, dance) Boogie wonderland (ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, dance, ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, dance) Ha, ha I find romance when I start to dance in boogie wonderland I find romance when I start to dance in boogie wonderland Dance, boogie wonderland (ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, dance, ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, dance) (Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, dance) Ha, ha, dance (dance, ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, dance) Boogie wonderland (ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, dance, ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, dance) Ha, ha Hmm, hmm-hmm-hmm Hmm, hmm-hmm-hmm Hmm, hmm-hmm-hmm Wonderland Hmm, hmm-hmm-hmm Hmm, hmm-hmm-hmm Hmm, hmm-hmm-hmm Wonderland Hmm, hmm-hmm-hmm Hmm, hmm-hmm-hmm Hmm, hmm-hmm-hmm All the love in the world can't be gone (love in the world can't be gone) All the need to be loved can't be wrong (need to be loved can't be wrong) All the records are playing and my heart keeps saying (oh-ah, ha, ha) "Boogie wonderland, wonderland" (wonderland, ah) Dance, boogie wonderland Ha, ha, dance Boogie wonderland Ha, ha I find romance when I start to dance in boogie wonderland (dance, dance, dance) (Dance, dance, dance, dance, ah) I find romance when I start to dance in boogie wonderland (dance, dance, dance) (Dance, dance, dance, dance, ah) Dance (dance, ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, dance) (dance, dance, dance, dance, dance, ah, ah) Boogie wonderland (ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, dance) (dance, dance, dance, dance ah, ah) (Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, dance) Ha, ha Dance (dance, ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, dance) (dance, dance, dance) Boogie wonderland (ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, dance)
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Written by: Jon Lind, Allee Willis
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14 facts about this song
Collaboration"Boogie Wonderland" is a song recorded by two American bands - Earth, Wind & Fire, and The Emotions. This iconic collaboration hit the airwaves in 1979.
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Album ReleaseThis infectious dance track was part of Earth, Wind & Fire's ninth studio album, "I Am."
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Chart PerformanceOn the Billboard Hot 100 chart, the song peaked at the 6th spot, and it also achieved the 2nd position on the Billboard R&B Songs chart.
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Song InspirationThe song was inspired by the popular 1977 disco movie, "Saturday Night Fever," and the evolving dance culture of the 1970s.
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Disco EraAs one of the most successful records from the disco era, its beats and grooves continue to influence dance music genres till date.
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Grammy Nomination"Boogie Wonderland" was nominated for a Grammy in the category of Best R&B Instrumental Performance in the year 1980.
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Featured in FilmsThe song has been prominently showcased in several movies and TV series, notably in the hit animated film "Madagascar" and "Happy Feet."
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Co-WritersSongwriters Jon Lind and Allee Willis penned the lyrics for this upbeat track. It was their first collaboration together.
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Dance AnthemIt is globally recognized as a dance anthem and is frequently played even now in clubs and parties around the world.
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Platinum StatusAdding to its accolades, the single was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) in 1996.
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Cover VersionsThe popularity of "Boogie Wonderland" has led to numerous cover versions over the years by various artists, including a notable cover by British girl group "Girls Aloud."
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Music VideoThe music video for "Boogie Wonderland" is known for capturing the essence of the 70s disco vibe with its shiny outfits, dance moves, and vibrant visuals.
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Song InterpretationThe song is often interpreted as a narrative of a woman who seeks solace in the night life because her life during the day isn't fulfilling.
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The Emotions' SuccessThis song contributed to the success of The Emotions as backup vocalists for Earth, Wind & Fire, which resulted in their collaboration on several future projects.
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