Emotion

Samantha Sang, Barry Gibb

About Emotion

"Emotion" is a song written by Barry and Robin Gibb. It was first recorded by Australian singer Samantha Sang, whose version reached number three on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1978. The Bee Gees recorded their own version of the song in 1994 as part of an album called Love Songs, which was never released, but it was eventually included on their 2001 collection titled Their Greatest Hits: The Record. In 2001, "Emotion" was covered by the American R&B girl group Destiny's Child. Their version of the song was an international hit, reaching the top ten on the US Hot 100 chart and peaking in the top five on the UK Singles Chart. English singer Emma Bunton also covered the song on her 2019 album My Happy Place.  


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1998
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It's over and done
But the heartache lives on inside
And who's the one you're clinging to 
Instead of me tonight

And where are you now
Now that I need you
Tears on my pillow
Wherever you go

I'll cry me a river
That leads to your ocean
You never see me fall apart
In the words of a broken heart

It's just emotion that's taken me over
Tied up in sorrow, lost in my soul
But if you don't come back
Come home to me, darling
You know that there'll be nobody left in this world to hold me tight
Nobody left in this world to kiss goodnight

Goodnight, goodnight

I'm there at your side
I'm part of all the things you are
But you've got a part of someone else
You've got to find your shining star

And where are you now
Now that I need you
Tears on my pillow
Wherever you go

I'll cry me a river
That leads to your ocean
You never see me fall apart
In the words of a broken heart

It's just emotion that's taken me over
Tied up in sorrow, lost in my soul
But if you don't come back
Come home to me, darling
You know that there'll be nobody left in this world to hold me tight
Nobody left in this world to kiss goodnight

Goodnight, goodnight

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Samantha Sang

Samantha Sang is a stage name of Australian singer, Cheryl Lau Sang, (born 5 August 1951) from Melbourne, who had an earlier career as Cheryl Gray. She had a number eight hit in Australia with "You Made Me What I Am" in 1967. By 1969, she had relocated to the United Kingdom, where she worked with the Bee Gees before returning to Australia in 1975. Sang reconnected with the Bee Gees in 1977 and had a number three hit with their song, "Emotion", on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1978, which also peaked at number two in Australia, and at number eleven in the United Kingdom. The related album, Emotion, reached the top 30 on Billboard 200 and included two other Hot 100 singles. more »

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Written by: Barry Alan Gibb, Robin Hugh Gibb

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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5 facts about this song

Origins and Bee Gees Version
1. The song "Emotion" was originally written by the Bee Gees. Barry and Robin Gibb wrote the song in 1977, during the peak of their music career. 2. The song is a beautiful fusion of pop and R&B genres showcasing the Gibb brothers' songwriting skills. 3. Originally, it was not performed by the Bee Gees themselves but was given to the Australian singer Samantha Sang.
Samantha Sang's Version
4. Samantha Sang's version of "Emotion" became her only top 10 hit, reaching the number 3 spot in the Billboard Hot 100 in 1978. 5. Barry Gibb can be heard on the chorus of Sang's version, giving the song its distinct sound. 6. The song also had great success in Australia, where it peaked at number 2 on the charts.
Destiny's Child Version
7. American R&B group Destiny's Child recorded their cover of "Emotion" for their third studio album "Survivor" in 2001. 8. It became a major hit for the group, reaching the top 10 in several countries including the UK, Australia, Netherlands, and New Zealand. 9. In the United States, it peaked at the number 10 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Emma Bunton's Version
10. Former Spice Girl Emma Bunton covered "Emotion" for her debut solo album "A Girl Like Me," released in 2001. 11. Her version was well-received, but it was not released as a single. 12. Critics praised Bunton for her vocal performance and the song's production, which added a contemporary spin to the classic Bee Gees track.
Impact and Overall Reception
13. Throughout the years, "Emotion" has been covered by dozens of other artists, showing the song's universal appeal. 14. The song has been praised for its deep lyrics dealing with feelings of melancholy and heartache. 15. The melody of "Emotion" is recognized for its stickiness, instantly grabbing listeners' attention and making it an unforgettable tune. 16. All four versions have enjoyed commercial success and positive reviews, cementing "Emotion" as a timeless classic in popular music.

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