Life
Des'ree
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[Chorus] Life, oh life, oh life, oh life, Doo, doot doot dooo. Life, oh life, oh life, oh life, Doo, doot dooo I'm afraid of the dark, 'specially when I'm in a park And there's no-one else around, Ooh, I get the shivers I don't want to see a ghost, It's a sight that I fear most I'd rather have a piece of toast And watch the evening news [Chorus] I'm a superstitious girl, I'm the worst in the world Never walk under ladders, I keep a rabbit's tail I'll take you up on a dare, Anytime, anywhere Name the place, I'll be there, Bungee jumping, I don't care! [Chorus] Life, doo, doot dooo Doo, doot dooo So after all is said and done I know I'm not the only one Life indeed can be fun, if you really want to Sometimes living out your dreams, Ain't as easy as it seems You want to fly around the world, In a beautiful balloon [Chorus]
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Written by: Des'ree Weekes, Prince Sampson
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Integrity Music, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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12 facts about this song
Origin"Life" is a song released by British R&B artist Des'ree. She is of Barbadian, Guyanese, and British descent.
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Peak Chart PositionThe song reached number 8 on the UK Singles Chart in June 1998, becoming Des'ree's biggest hit in her home country.
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Global Success"Life" also became a major hit in Europe, reaching the number-one spot in Italy and Sweden.
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Album"Life" was featured on Des'ree's third album, "Supernatural", which was released in 1998.
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Music VideoThe song has an accompanying music video that was shot in New York City. The video follows Des'ree as she travels around the city.
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AwardsDes'ree won the Brit Award for Best British Female Solo Artist in 1999, largely due to the success of "Life" and the "Supernatural" album.
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Critical ReviewsThe song received mixed to negative reviews from music critics, with many singling out its simplistic and optimistic lyrics.
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Popularity in Australia"Life" gained particularly long-lasting popularity in Australia, reaching number one on the ARIA Singles Chart and maintaining that spot for six weeks.
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Other Languages"Life" was also recorded in Spanish, under the title "Vida," and a special Spanish version of the "Supernatural" album was released.
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LyricsThe lyrics of the song "Life" advise listeners to avoid pessimism and foster an outlook of hope and optimism in life. It was criticized for quirky references to "ghosts" and "toast" in the lyric lines.
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SalesThe song has sold over 500,000 copies in the UK, earning it a Gold certification from the British Phonographic Industry.
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LegacyDespite its mixed critical reception, "Life" remains Des'ree's signature song and continues to be a staple on adult contemporary radio stations.
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