U Sure Do

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About U Sure Do

"U Sure Do" is a song by British electronic dance music band Strike. Released in December 1994, it was Strike's second single and reached number 31 in the UK charts. The song was a big UK club hit and after receiving regular play in clubs throughout 1994/1995 it was re-released and re-entered the chart in April 1995 reaching number 4. It also peaked at number-one on the UK Dance Singles. In other countries, "U Sure Do" peaked within the top 10 in Australia and Scotland, and the top 20 in Ireland, Israel, Italy and the Netherlands. The track samples Donna Allen's "Serious" for the vocal, and Cubic 22's "Night in Motion" for the main synth. In 1999 it was remixed and released as "U Sure Do '99". This version peaked at number 53 in the UK. In 2006 it was remixed a third time and released to a handful of DJs solely for club use. MTV Dance ranked "U Sure Do" at number 45 in their list of 'The 100 Biggest 90's Dance Anthems Of All Time' in 2011. 


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You sure do
Come on, baby
You sure make me
Feel like lovin' you
You sure make me
Feel like lovin' you
You sure make me
Feel like lovin' you
You sure make me
Feel like lovin' you
You sure do
You sure do
Nothin' looks
The same in the light
Standin' here
Right by your side
We're two of a kind
You're on my mind
Love will see us through
When the music flows
And a vision comes
It makes me feel
Like lovin' you
You sure make me
Feel like lovin' you
Lovin' you, yeah, baby
You sure make me
Feel like lovin' you
You sure do
You sure do
Nothin' looks
The same in the light
Standin' here
Right by your side
We're two of a kind
You're on my mind
Love will see us through
When the music flows
And a vision comes
It makes me feel
Like lovin' you
You sure make me
Feel like lovin' you
Lovin' you, yeah, baby
You sure make me
Feel like lovin' you
You sure make me
Feel like lovin' you
You sure make me
Feel like lovin' you
You sure do
Make me feel
You sure do
Make me feel

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Strike

Strike were a British dance band formed in 1994 consisting of Matt Cantor, Andy Gardner and the vocalist Victoria Newton. more »

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Written by: Donna Allen, Emridge Jones, Gary King, Harry King, Lou Pace, Matthew Cantor, Reggie White, Andrew Gardner

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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26 facts about this song

Release Information
"U Sure Do" was released by "Strike" in December 1994.
Song Genre
This song falls within the genre of House music, a style revolving around dance and electronic elements.
Chart Performance
"U Sure Do" peaked at number 4 on the UK Singles Chart in 1995 and even held a spot on the chart for a total of 15 weeks.
Vocals Addition
The song prominently samples Donna Allen's "Serious" and Janice Robinson's vocal on Livin' Joy's "Dreamer."
Album Release
"U Sure Do" is the lead single from Strike's only album, "I Saw the Future".
Frequent Radio Play
"U Sure Do" still enjoys ample radio play on UK radio stations, particularly on dance and classic hit pop music stations.
Use in Media
The song has been featured in various decades-based compilation albums and has even been used in TV programs, like the British show "Coronation Street."
Music Video
The music video for the song was filmed in white and blue surroundings and features three women performing choreographed dance routines.
Different Mixes
Different versions of the song exist, as it was common with 1990s dance hits, including a radio edit, clubs mixes, and remixes by professional DJs.
Band Members
Strike consisted of two members: Victoria Newton and Matt Cantor, but Newton was the lead vocalist on "U Sure Do".
Revival of the Song
A remix of "U Sure Do" was released in 2014, rekindling the popularity of the track within the dance music circles.
Enduring Popularity
In DJ Mags 2021 list of the top 100 greatest dance tracks of all time, "U Sure Do" was listed at number 38, showcasing its enduring popularity in the dance scene.
Genre
"U Sure Do" is categorized as a Dance/Electronic and House song.
Release
The song was first released in December 1994.
Chart Performance
"U Sure Do" peaked at number 4 on UK Singles Chart in April 1995.
Background
Strike are a British electronic dance music band formed by Matt Cantor and Andy Gardner in 1994.
Music Video
The music video for the song, directed by Lindy Heymann, primarily features the band's lead vocalist Victoria Newton dancing in a club.
Lyrics
The lyrics of "U Sure Do" are made up of samples from two other songs, namely "I’m Alive" by ELO and "Love's About To Change My Heart" by Donna Summer.
Versions
The song has several versions, the most popular being the original version and the remix by guest DJs.
Later Releases
The song was re-released twice, once in 1996 where it reached number 31 on the UK Singles Chart, and again in 2000 where it peaked at number 53.
Recognition
"U Sure Do" is considered one of the biggest club anthems of the 1990s.
Legacy
The song has been sampled and remixed by numerous artists over the years, showing its lasting impact on the dance music genre.
Initial Reception
When it was first released, "U Sure Do" was appreciated for its fresh sound and energizing beats, making it an immediate hit on dance floors.
Contribution
This song, along with other works by Strike, played a significant role in popularizing electronic dance music in the UK during the 1990s.
Billboard Hot 100 position
Despite its success in the UK, "U Sure Do" did not chart on the US Billboard Hot 100. It did, however, reach the number 16 position on the Billboard Dance Club Songs chart.
Live performances
Strike has performed "U Sure Do" at a variety of music festivals and events over the years.

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