Going Back to My Roots
Odyssey
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Zippin' up my boots Goin' back to my roots, yeah To the place of my birth Back down to earth I've been standing in the rain Drenched and soaked with pain Tired of short term benefits And being exposed to the elements I'm homeward bound Got my head turned around Zippin' up my boots Goin' back to my roots, yeah To the place of my birth Back down to earth Ain't talkin' 'bout no roots in the land Talkin' 'bout the roots in the man I feel my spirit's gettin' old It's time to recharge my soul I'm zippin' up my boots Goin' back to my roots, yeah To the place of my birth Back down to earth Zippin' up my boots Goin' back to my roots
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Written by: LAMONT DOZIER, LAMONT HERBERT DOZIER
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Song Background"Going Back to My Roots" is a 1977 song by Lamont Dozier, a legendary Motown Records songwriter, and was later performed and popularized by the band Odyssey in 1981.
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Dozier’s CareerLamont Dozier, the original artist, is a multiple award-winning songwriter and record producer, known primarily for his work with Holland-Dozier-Holland on the Motown sound.
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Fusing GenresThe song famously melds the genres of disco and soul, reflecting trends in the late 70s and early 80s music scene.
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Odyssey's VersionOdyssey's rendition of "Going Back to My Roots" was a major hit in the United Kingdom peaking at No. 4 on the UK Singles Chart in 1981.
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Dozier's InspirationDozier's inspiration for the song came from the 1977 Alex Haley mini-series Roots, which portrays the atrocities of slavery and the resilience of the African peoples.
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Achieving GoldThe Odyssey version of "Going Back to My Roots" received gold certification by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI) for sales exceeding 400,000 units.
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Song LegacyThe song has become a timeless classic and has been sampled and covered by numerous artists like Richie Havens, and Italian DJ FPI Project.
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Social CommentaryThe lyrics of the song talk about rediscovering and reconnecting with one's ancestry, making it a powerful statement on cultural identity and heritage.
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Global SuccessThe song not only made waves in the UK, but also charted in several other countries including Belgium, Netherlands, New Zealand, and Ireland.
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Marketing StrategyUpon its release, the song was also used in an advertisement campaign for a popular UK financial institution, increasing its visibility and popularity.
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