The Right Thing
Simply Red
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In the middle of the night When the time is right Sexily right I'm gonna do the right thing I'm feeling hot I ain't ever gonna stop To get what you got You better take what I bring I feel it now Much harder now More than any old how Say you feel the pain Feel I'm getting harder now (Get off your back four, get on top more) Feel I'm sinking farther down (Get off your back four, get on top more) I told you to stop You're sleeping out a lot You told me get lost Where's your understanding I feel it now Much harder than I've ever done now, now Hey, I'm gonna do the right thing Feel I'm getting harder now (Get off your back four, get on top more) Feel I'm sinking farther down (Get off your back four, get on top more) In the middle of the night When the time is right Sexily right I'm gonna do the right thing I'm on fire now You know I'm on fire now You know I told you That I would never dream of leaving now If I did it right
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Written by: MICHAEL JAMES HUCKNALL
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Project ReleaseThe song "The Right Thing" is a track from the second studio album of Simply Red called "Men and Women," released in 1987.
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Chart PerformanceThe track reached the top 10 in the United Kingdom, peaking at number 11, and it achieved the best ranking in the United States where it peaked at number 27 on the Billboard Hot 100.
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Song Genre"The Right Thing" largely falls within the genre of pop and blue-eyed soul, illustrating Simply Red's genre-blending style.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song features the band's lead singer, Mick Hucknall, in an elegant 1950s-inspired suit and several dancers, emphasizing the song's upbeat feel and dance-like rhythm.
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Lyric ThemeThe lyrics for "The Right Thing" showcase a theme of love and desire, common in many Simply Red songs. It deals with the complexities of relationships and the delicate line between right and wrong.
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Continental SuccessThe track also succeeded in other regions, hitting number 8 in Ireland, number 6 in Canada, and securing positions on several other continental charts.
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Album SuccessThe song is part of the 'Men and Women' album, which was also highly successful, peaking at number 2 in the United Kingdom and attaining Platinum status.
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Live Performance"The Right Thing" is a staple on Simply Red's live performances and tours, famous for stirring up the crowd with its infectious rhythm.
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Song InterludeThe song is popular for its memorable saxophone interlude, which adds a layer of depth and interest to the track's arrangement.
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Duration"The Right Thing" runs for approximately 4 minutes and 19 seconds, similar to the typical length of most pop songs.
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