Get It

Stevie Wonder

About Get It

"Get It" is a song recorded by American singer-songwriter Stevie Wonder with a guest vocal by American pop recording artist Michael Jackson. Taken from his 20th studio album Characters, the song was third single released from Wonder's album. Jackson and Wonder had a history of collaborating with each other over the years. The first dating back to 1974, where Wonder crafted and produced a Jackson 5 album, which was eventually shelved. (One of those songs recorded, "Buttercup" appears on the 2009 compilation album I Want You Back! Unreleased Masters, released after Jackson's death. ) That same year, Jackson and his brothers provided backing vocals to Wonder's hit "You Haven't Done Nothin'" from his parent album Fullfillingness' First Finale. Coincidentally, both Wonder and Jackson were both part of an all-star choir including Donna Summer's 1982 single "State of Independence" and 1985's "We Are the World", which Jackson co-wrote and both singles produced by Quincy Jones. Jackson worked with Wonder again for the song "I Can't Help It" for his 1979 breakthrough album Off the Wall, which was written by Wonder and former Supremes member Susaye Greene. Within a year, Jackson also did background vocal work on "All I Do" from Wonder's platinum-selling Hotter than July album. 


Year:
1987
4:31
127 
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Miss Lady Girl
Is putting her love on the shelf
Cause she don't want
To be hurt by nobody else

She's taken her heart
And put it away under lock and key
But its high time
Miss Lady Girl sets her heart free and gives her love to me

Some think that diamond rings; fancy cars
Will make a big impression
But I know that all she needs is my tender
Love and affection
Cause she still says

That no one's gonna get it
No one's gonna get it, oh no
But someone's gotta get it
And I feel that I will be the one who will

No one's gonna get it
No one's gonna get it, oh no
But someone's gotta get it
And I know that I will be the one who will

Gonna get it, her love
Gonna get it, her kisses
Gonna get it, her heart
Gonna get it, get it

Miss Lady Girl
Has buried her feelings deep inside
Cause she don't want
To be taken for another ride

She's sick and tired
Of being on that lonely merry-go-round
She just don't know
That the ultimate love of her life is about to be found

They think that ready cash, flashy clothes
Will her life with laughter
But I've got the very thing that she needs
True love forever after
Then no more will she say

That no one's gonna get it
No one's gonna get it, oh no
But someone's gotta get it
And I feel that I will be the one who will

No one's gonna get it
No one's gonna get it, oh no
But someone's gotta get it
And I know that I will be the one who will

Gonna get it, her love
Gonna get it, her kisses
Gonna get it, her heart
Gonna get it, get it

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Stevie Wonder

Stevland Hardaway Morris (born May 13, 1950 as Stevland Hardaway Judkins), known by his stage name Stevie Wonder, is an American singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, a child prodigy who developed into one of the most creative musical figures of the late 20th century. Blind since shortly after birth, Wonder signed with Motown's Tamla label at the age of eleven, and continues to perform and record for Motown to this day. more »

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Written by: Stevie Wonder

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12 facts about this song

Music Genre
"Get It" is classified under the music fusion of Soul, R&B and funk, genres where Stevie Wonder has made a significant mark.
Album Release
This song is off Stevie Wonder's album "Characters" which was released in 1987. It's Wonder’s 20th studio album.
Collaborative Projection
"Get It" features a collaboration with American singer Michael Jackson, who also co-wrote the song with Stevie Wonder.
Chart Ranking
Upon the album release, "Get It" reached number 4 on the Billboard R&B chart in the United States.
Music Video
Despite its popularity, there was nomusic video produced for "Get It".
Reception
The collaboration in "Get It" between Michael Jackson and Stevie Wonder was highly anticipated, but the overall response to the song was mixed. Some fans and critics felt that the song did not fully show the potential of these two music icons, while others felt it was an interesting blend of their different styles.
Noteworthy Recognition
"Characters" album, where "Get It" is featured, was nominated for the 1989 Best Male R&B Vocal Performance in Grammy.
Song Theme
The song "Get It" has typically upbeat and positive themes common in both Stevie Wonder and Michael Jackson's music.
Record Label
The song was produced under the Motown Records, a record label known for launching many successful careers in the music industry, including Stevie Wonder and Michael Jackson.
Live Performances
Though the song became popular, it has seldom been performed live by Stevie Wonder after its initial promotion.
Song Duration
The official length of the song "Get It" is 4:31 minutes.
Music Influence
Showcasing the classic 1980s synth-based funk sound, the song remains an influential piece in R&B and pop music history.

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