Haven't You Heard
Patrice Rushen
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Have you heard that there's an ad Listed in the classifieds Kind of brief, it only says “I'm lookin' for the perfect guy” Don't you know that I've been lookin' for you {Haven't you heard} I've been lookin' for you {Haven't you heard} Oh, I've been lookin' for you {Haven't you heard} I've been lookin' for you {Haven't you heard} A gentle touch, a tender heart A smile to brighten up my day I need warmth and a lot of love With kindness spread along the way Well, anyone can plainly tell That love is what I want to feel So my heart is reaching out To one who's sensitive and real I've been lookin' for you {Haven't you heard} I've been lookin' for you {Haven't you heard} Oh, I've been lookin' for you {Haven't you heard} I've been lookin' for you {Haven't you heard} {Haven't you heard} {Haven't you heard} {Haven't you heard} {Haven't you heard} {Haven't you heard} I'm lookin' for you {Haven't you heard} I'm lookin' for you {Haven't you heard} I'm lookin' for you {Haven't you heard} I'm lookin' for you {Haven't you heard} I'm lookin' for you {Haven't you heard} {Haven't you heard} I'm lookin' for you {Haven't you heard} I've been lookin' for you {Haven't you heard} I've been lookin' for you {Haven't you heard} (I'm lookin' for you) I've been lookin' for you {Haven't you heard} (Haven't you heard) I've been lookin' for you {Haven't you heard} (I need you, I need you) I've been lookin' for you {Haven't you heard} (Well, all you, I need you) I've been lookin' for you {Haven't you heard} (I'm lookin' for you, I'm lookin' for you) I've been lookin' for you {Haven't you heard} (Mmm, caught my eye, you're the perfect guy, yeah) I've been lookin' for you {Haven't you heard} (Ooh...ooh...ooh...ooh...ooh...ooh...ooh...) I've been lookin' for you {Haven't you heard} (I'm lookin', lookin' for you) I've been lookin' for you
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Written by: ALEXANDRA LOUISE BROWN, WILLIE L. HARRIS, BEN RICHARD CHAPMAN, BRIGHT, SWOOP
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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12 facts about this song
Artist BackgroundThe song "Haven't You Heard" was written and performed by Patrice Rushen, who is an American composer, music producer, and multi-instrumentalist.
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Release YearThis song was released in 1980 as part of Patrice Rushen's seventh studio album called "Pizzazz".
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Chart PerformanceIt topped the R&B chart for two weeks becoming Rushen’s first number-one single and reaching number 42 on the pop chart.
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Distinctive FeatureThis song is considerably popular due to its unique fusion of disco and jazz music, evident in Patrice Rushen's arrangement and composition.
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Personal Achievement"Haven't You Heard" was one of Rushen’s most recognizable songs, making her popular not only in the United States, but also in various parts of the world.
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Sample UsageThis song has been employed as a sample in various tracks in the hip-hop genre, such as Kirk Franklin’s "Looking for You," proving its timeless appeal in the music industry.
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Grammy NominationsPatrice Rushen was nominated for a Grammy award for "Best Female R&B Vocal Performance" for this song.
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Length of SongThe album version of the song lasts for 6 minutes and 44 seconds, while the single edit lasts for 3 minutes and 56 seconds.
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Production DetailsBesides being performed by Patrice Rushen, "Haven't You Heard" was also produced by her along with Charles Mims Jr and Reggie Andrews.
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Song ThemeThe song is about a woman who’s fallen in love with a man and wants to know why he hasn’t heard about her feelings.
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Rebirth on TikTokIn 2020, the song found a new audience when it became a trend on the social media platform TikTok, with users choreographing dances to the track.
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Cover VersionsThe song was covered by the British pop and soul group "Loose Ends" for their 1990 album, entitled "Look How Long".
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