Baby
Brook Benton
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Well, now, it takes more than a robin to make the winter go And it takes two lips of fire to melt away the snow Well, it takes two hearts a-cookin' to make a fire grow And baby you've got what it takes You know it takes a lot of kissin' (Tell me about it) To make a romance sweet Ooh, it takes a lot of lovin' to make my life complete Mmm, and it takes a lot of woman to knock me off my feet And baby, you've got what it takes. I said, mm, mm, mm. uh-huh, mm, mm, mm Ah, ah, hah mm, mm You know you've got just what it takes! Because it takes more than an effort to stay away from you It'd take more than a lifetime to prove that I'll be true But it takes somebody special to make me say, "I do." "Oh, yeah" And baby, you've got what it takes. Ah, ah, hah mm, mm, uh-huh, mm, mm, mm Mmm You know you've got just what it takes Because it takes oh yeah "You're back in my spot again, honey" "I like your spot"** To stay away from you "I can't stay away from you" It takes more than a lifetime, daddy, to prove that I'll be true "Now it's you" But, it takes somebody special "Like me, baby" To make me say, "I do." And baby you've got what it takes "See'mon, let's play it again, huh?" "See'mon, let's do it one more time, all right?" And baby you've got what it takes "One more time, Brook" "Ah-ha, OK, Ah-ha" And baby you've got what it takes
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Written by: CLYDE LOVERN OTIS, MURRAY STEIN
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Artist Background"Brook Benton" was born Benjamin Franklin Peay and was a prominent singer and songwriter during the late 1950s and early 1960s. His unique emotive baritone voice earned him a place in the genre of pop and R&B music.
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Song ReleaseThe song "Baby (You've Got What It Takes)" was recorded by Brook Benton and Dinah Washington. It was released in December 1959 on the Mercury Records label.
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Chart Performance"Baby (You've Got What It Takes)" became a major hit for both artists, peaking at number 1 on the Billboard Hot R&B Sides chart and number 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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Collaborative SuccessThe song was one of several successful collaborations between Benton and Washington, who had distinctive voices that meshed together exceptionally well. Their partnership was also seen in other hits like "A Rockin' Good Way (To Mess Around and Fall in Love)".
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Song StyleThe song falls under the genre of R&B/Soul, blending the smooth, rich tones of Benton's voice with Washington's powerful, gritty delivery. Its sound characterization was very much in line with the popular mood of music at that time.
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Cultural ImpactOver the years, "Baby (You've Got What It Takes)" has been covered by several artists, demonstrating its lasting appeal. Notable covers include versions by Van Morrison & Linda Gail Lewis, Michael Buble & Sharon Jones, and Kevin Mahogany.
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Distinctive FeaturesUnlike many duets, "Baby (You've Got What It Takes)" features playful banter between Benton and Washington, a characteristic that made the song unique at the time of its release and remains one of its distinguishing features.
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SongwritersThe song was written by Clyde Otis, Murray Stein, and Brook Benton himself.
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Album Appearance"Baby (You've Got What It Takes)" appears on the album "The Two of Us" which features a collection of duets between Brook Benton and Dinah Washington.
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RecognitionIn 1999, the song was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame, solidifying its status as a classic in the annals of popular music.
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