Do or Die

David Christie, Grace Jones

About Do or Die

"Do or Die" is a single by Grace Jones, released in 1978, promoting her album Fame.


Year:
2008
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I've been called an operator
I can sell an Eskimo snow
Baby, you're a calculator
But all you ever tell me is no

You make me run, run, run, say you're having none
You make me run, run, run, chase me with a gun
I'll never give up

I got to do or die, I'm reaching for the sky
I'd like to make you mine, you know I will in time
[Incomprehensible] got to do or die
No matter how you try, you'll never change my mind
I got to do or die

Taurus's are more determined
Nothing's gonna stand in their way
Loving you was my ambition
I was born the nineteenth of May

You make me run, run, run, you say you're having none
You make me run, run, run, chase me with a gun
I'll never give up

I got to do or die, I'm reaching for the sky
I'd like to make you mine, you know I will in time
[Incomprehensible] got to do or die
No matter how you try, you'll never change my mind
I got to do or die

I've been called an operator
I can sell an Eskimo snow
Baby, you're a calculator
But all you ever tell me is no

You make me run, run, run, you say you're having none
You make me run, run, run, chase me with a gun
I'll never give up

I got to do or die, I'm reaching for the sky
I'd like to make you mine, you know I will in time

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Grace Jones

Grace Jones (born 19 May 1948) is a Jamaican singer, actress and model. more »

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Written by: JAMES BOLDEN, JACK ROBINSON

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10 facts about this song

Song Basics
"Do or Die" is a song recorded by Jamaican-American singer Grace Jones for her 1978 album, "Fame."
Genre
This song falls under the Disco genre, which was extremely popular not just in America but globally during the 1970s.
Chart Performance
Despite being less known than other hits by Grace Jones, "Do or Die" managed to achieve a moderate chart success. It peaked at number 3 on the Billboard Dance Club Songs chart in the United States.
The songwriter
The song was written by a renowned songwriter, Jack Robinson, and James Bolden. Robinson has written hits for numerous other artists and bands including Cliff Richard and The Rubettes.
Album Success
"Do or Die" was one of the pioneering tracks on Jones' album "Fame", which went on to become a significant commercial success and established Jones as a significant figure in the disco scene.
Original Sound
Unlike many other disco songs of the era, "Do or Die" has a close association with reggae, courtesy of Grace Jones' Jamaican heritage.
Inspirational Aspects
The song's title (and lyrics "it's do or die") express a sentiment of urgency, as if there's no choice but to succeed. It has often been cited as being inspirational due to this strong motivational message.
Unique Video
The music video for "Do or Die" is a bold representation of 70's fashion and disco culture — featuring Jones in a shiny, metallic-supernatural outfit reflecting the disco vibes.
Re-release
The track was re-released as a part of the compilation album "The Disco Years" showing its durability and the long-term appreciation for the song.
Live Performances
"Do or Die" has been a staple of Grace Jones' live performances over the years. It was included in the setlist of her 2009 Hurricane Tour.

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