Joy

Teddy Pendergrass

About Joy

"Joy" is a 1988 song by American singer Teddy Pendergrass. It written by Reggie Calloway, Vincent Calloway and Joel Davis. The single was Teddy Pendergrass' first number one on the Black Singles chart in ten years, where it stayed for two weeks. The single was also his first solo entry on the Hot 100 in seven years. "Joy" also peaked at number forty-two on the dance chart.


Year:
1989
4:30
75 
#1

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Joy
Joy

It's a joy
Joy to be
To be near you
I want you here with me

It's a joy
Joy to be
To be near you
I want you here with me

Lady, can't you see just how much you mean to me
Get a thrill each time I'm near you
I get such a rush, I crave to feel your tender touch
Magic moment paradise, oh, baby

Life is too damn short to let you get away
I'm here to say I need your love, oh, baby
There's no greater pleasure than you give to me
Hear me, baby, I want you to know

It's a joy
Joy to be
To be near you
I want you here with me

It's a joy
(It's a joy)
Joy to be
To be near you
I want you here with me

Darling, don't you know, my heart longs to hold you so
Passion burns inside my mind
You're my fantasy, no other love can set me free
I'm glad to know that you're all mine, mine

Sailing through the night, I'll find the certain pleasures
A million stars feel like the moon, so full of love
Nothin' takes the place of romance since you came
But all we need is you and me, baby
(You and me)

It's a joy
Joy to be
To be near you
I want you here with me

It's a joy
Joy to be
I wanna be near you
I want you here with me

It's a joy
Joy to be
To be near you
I. I want you here with me

It's a joy, oh, baby
Joy to be
To be near you
I want you here with me

We're meant to be and I know we can win
At times I feel like a kid on a Ferris wheel
You make my world go 'round and around
So much to live for and I'm livin' it now

Joy
(Yeah)
Joy
(Oh yeah)
Joy
(James, would say)
(Tell me what you like)

Ah, baby
Tell me what you like
(Tell me what you like)
(I wanna be near you)
(So I can feel you)
(Tell me what you like)
Oh, come let me hold you
Come let me squeeze you

(Joy)
Joy
(Joy)
Joy to be
Come let me kiss you
Oh, 'cause I miss you

(It's a Joy)
Joy
(Joy to be)
Oh, let me squeeze you
Oh, let me tease you

(It's a)
Joy
Joy to be, yeah
(To be near you)
Have you, baby
(I want you here with me)

Such a joy
(It's a Joy)
Oh, joy
(Joy to be)
Oh, joy
(To be near you)
Have you, baby
(I want you here with me)

Oh, joy
(It's a Joy)
Oh, joy
(Joy to be)
Oh, yeah
(To be near you)
Warm my heart, my soul
(I want you here with me)
My everything, I love you, baby

It's a joy, oh, babe
Joy to be
(Glad you're here with me)
To be near you
Want you here with me

(It's a Joy)
Oh, joy
(Joy to be)
Oh, joy

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Teddy Pendergrass

Theodore DeReese "Teddy" Pendergrass (March 26, 1950 – January 13, 2010) was an American R&B/soul singer and songwriter. Pendergrass first rose to fame as lead singer of Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes in the 1970s before a successful solo career at the end of the decade. In 1982, he was severely injured in an auto accident in Philadelphia, resulting in his being paralyzed from the waist down. After his injury, he founded the Teddy Pendergrass Alliance, a foundation that helps those with spinal cord injuries. Pendergrass commemorated 25 years of living after his spinal cord injury with star filled event, 'Teddy 25 - A Celebration of Life' at Philadelphia's Kimmel Center. His last performance was on a PBS special at Atlantic City's Borgata Casino in Nov… more »

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Written by: Joel Davis, Vincent Calloway, Reggie Calloway

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10 facts about this song

Artist Background
"Joy" is a song by American R&B singer Teddy Pendergrass, who earned popularity during the 1970s as the lead singer of Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes in the Philadelphia soul scene.
Song Release
The song was released in 1988, as part of Pendergrass's eighth studio album, "Joy."
Chart Performance
"Joy" is one of Teddy Pendergrass's most successful songs. It peaked at number one that year on the Billboard Hot Black Singles chart and remained there for two weeks.
Song Composition
The song was written by veteran songwriters Terry Price and Reggie Calloway. The music has a distinctive groove, soulful lyrics, and is heavily influenced by the R&B sound of the late '80s.
Notable Recognition
"Joy" is notable for being Pendergrass's comeback song after his 1982 car accident that left him paralyzed from the chest down. The success of this song proved his ability and popularity as an artist were undiminished.
Album Performance
The album "Joy" was a commercial success and was certified platinum by the RIAA. The title track was not only the most successful but also bridged the sound of the classic Philadelphia Soul with the upcoming New Jack Swing era.
Music Video
The music video of "Joy" was highly rotated on TV music channels and was notable for the appearance of actress LisaRaye McCoy as one of his love interests.
Legacy
Teddy Pendergrass, known for his raspy and intense soul singing, marked a significant influence on a generation of male artists in the genre. Songs like "Joy" serve as a testament to his artistry and resilience, inspiring many contemporary R&B artists.
Live Performances
Despite his physical condition post-accident, Pendergrass delivered powerful live performances of the song "Joy," using his electric wheelchair and proving that his vocal prowess was far from diminished.
Pop Culture
"Joy" continues to hold relevance in pop culture, having been included on several soundtracks and compilations, and occasionally sees play on radios till today.

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