Stir It Up
Patti LaBelle
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I can't sit here while I go nowhere Chase my dreams through the polluted air Walking on a wire, running out of time There's no room in this ol' heart of mine Bill collectors waiting down the hall Neighbors scream and crack the bedroom wall Nerves jump off the pavement, passion hits the street Angels cookin' in the city heat World's too crazy, I can't take no more I won't stay here locked behind the door Baby, stir it up, got to break it up now When I think about tomorrow, ooh, I can't wait to Stir it, got to shake it up now If I have to beg or borrow, I'm not gonna take it anymore, mmm, mmm Hungry minds do stare you in the eyes Spread it thick and lay the biggest lies Don't say what you feel, must play hard to get All those time bombs tickin' in your head So much pressure to keep holdin' on Pack my clothes up, baby, I'll be gone I've got to stir it up, got to break it up now When I think about tomorrow, ooh, I can't wait to Stir it, got to shake it up now If I have to beg or borrow, I'm not gonna take it anymore, mmm, mmm Can't find love because it's trapped inside Can't find freedom flirting with line Make some room in this ol' heart of mine So much pressure to keep holdin' on Pack my clothes up, baby, I'll be gone Stir it up, I've got to break it up now When I think about tomorrow, I can't wait to Stir it, got to shake it up now If I have to beg or borrow, I don't wanna take it anymore Stir it up, got to break it up now When I think about tomorrow, I can't wait to Stir it, got to shake it up now If I have to beg or borrow, I don't wanna take it anymore Stir it up Stir it up Stir it up Stir it up Stir it up Baby, there is so much pressure to keep me holdin' on Got to pack up my clothes and, baby, I'll be gone Stir it up, got to break it up now When I think about tomorrow, I can't wait to Stir it, got to shake it up now If I have to beg or borrow, I don't wanna take it no more Stir it up, got to break it up now I'm gonna stir it up, gonna stir it up I'm not gonna take it no more, no more, no more, no more, no more, no more Mmm, stir it up, got to break it up now Stir it up, got to break it up now (Mmm, got to stir it up) Stir it up, got to break it up now (Stir it up, baby, I, I'm gettin' out of here) Stir it up, got to shake it up now (Stir it up, baby, I, I'm gettin' out of here) Stir it up, got to break it up now, stir it, got to shake it up now If I have to beg or borrow, I don't wanna take it no more Stir it up, got to break it up now When I think about tomorrow, I can't wait to Stir it, got to shake it up now I'm gonna stir it up, gonna stir it up I'm not gonna take it no more, no more, no more, no more, no more, no more, no more Mmm, stir it up, got to break it up now Stir it up, got to break it up now (Ooh, got to sir it up) Stir it up, got to break it up now (Stir it up, baby, I, I'm gettin' out of here) Stir it up, got to shake it up now (Stir it up, baby, I, I'm gettin' out of here) Stir it up, got to break it up now
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Written by: ALLEE WILLIS, DANNY SEMBELLO
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10 facts about this song
Artist BackgroundPatti LaBelle, born Patricia Louise Holte, is a Grammy Award-winning American singer, actress, and entrepreneur known for her powerful vocals and flamboyant performance style.
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Song Genre"Stir It Up" is a dance-pop song, a fusion of dance and pop music genres.
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Movie ConnectionThe song "Stir It Up" was featured in the soundtrack of the 1984 movie, "Beverly Hills Cop." The film starred Eddie Murphy.
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Chart PerformanceUpon its release, "Stir It Up" managed to make it to the top 20 of the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1985. This demonstrated LaBelle's ability to appeal to pop, dance, and R&B audiences.
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Song Creation"Stir It Up" was written by Allee Willis and Dan Sembello. Allee Willis is a Grammy-winning songwriter who has written hits for numerous artists, including Earth, Wind & Fire and The Pointer Sisters.
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LyricsThe lyrics of "Stir It Up" have been interpreted as being about bringing some excitement into a romantic relationship, encouraging the partner to "stir it up" and make things more interesting.
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AlbumThe song "Stir It Up" is part of the album "Patti." This album was released in 1985 and was LaBelle’s second studio album.
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Music VideoThere is a music video for "Stir It Up," which features Patti LaBelle performing energetically on stage.
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Iconic OutfitFor her "Stir It Up" performance in Beverly Hills Cop, Patti LaBelle wore one of her signature extravagant gowns, establishing her as a fashion icon in addition to her musical talent.
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Live Performances"Stir It Up" remains a staple part of Patti LaBelle's live performances, with her often encouraging the audience to sing along with her during concerts.
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