Something
Isaac Hayes
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Something in the way she moves Attracts me like no other lover Something in the way she woos me I don't want to leave her now You know I believe her now Somewhere in her smile she knows That I don't need no other lover Something in her style that shows me Don't want to leave her now You know I believe her now You're asking me will my love grow I don't know, I don't know You stick around now it may show I don't know, I don't know Something in the way she knows And all I have to do is think of her Something in the things she shows me Don't want to leave her now You know I believe her now
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Written by: George Harrison
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12 facts about this song
Album History"Something" by Isaac Hayes was featured on his second studio album, "Hot Buttered Soul."
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Song CoverThe song "Something" is actually a cover. The original was written by George Harrison of the Beatles.
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Release DateIsaac Hayes' version of "Something" was released on September 23, 1969.
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Album Success"Hot Buttered Soul," the album on which "Something" appears, was a commercial success. It reached #8 on the Billboard 200 chart and #1 on the Billboard R&B chart.
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Iconic LengthUnlike the original version, Isaac Hayes’ version of "Something" is notably much longer, clocking in at over 12 minutes. The elongated instrumental sections are noted as adding a soulful, reflective atmosphere to the song.
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Musical StyleThe song features Hayes' signature style of baritone vocals and a combination of soul and funk.
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Song RecognitionAlthough not released as a single, "Something" by Isaac Hayes is widely recognized and appreciated by fans and critics.
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Grammy Award"Hot Buttered Soul" gained Isaac Hayes his first Grammy Award in the category of Best Engineered Recording, Non-Classical.
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Deep LyricsIsaac Hayes' cover of "Something" is appreciated for its emotionally charged lyricism and deep vocals, bringing a unique spin to the original.
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Unique ArrangementHayes' version has a significantly different arrangement compared to the Beatles' version. It opens with an extended instrumental introduction followed by extended, improvisational verses.
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Evolution of Hayes"Something", along with the entire "Hot Buttered Soul" album, marked the transition of Isaac Hayes from being a behind-the-scenes songwriter at Stax Records to a fully-fledged soul superstar.
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Pop Culture"Something" has been sampled in various other songs throughout the years, highlighting its enduring appeal and influence in popular music.
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