I've Had Enough

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About I've Had Enough

"I've Had Enough" is a song by American band Earth, Wind & Fire, which was written by Philip Bailey, Greg Phillinganes and Brenda Russell. The song was included on the band's eleventh album Raise! (1981). "I've Had Enough" was released in 1982 as a single outside the United States. "I've Had Enough" peaked at number 29 on the UK Singles Charts. It was later sampled by German house producer and DJ Tonka in 1998 in his song "Security".


Year:
1996
4:29
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Getting down
There's a party in motion
Everybody's on the scene
And I can hear the sound
Like the roar of the ocean
As it rushes to the stream

Live it up
Don't ya hear people screaming
Gotta do it all their way
Until they burn it up 
And the lights nowhere gleaming
What a price you have to pay

Why do we feel whe have to feed the fire
We're only caught up in our desire, ooh

I've had enough, it's just too tough
To keep it up, so I am calling out to you
To lift us up, the world is rough
I am so tired and I've had enough

Spinning' round in perpetual motion
Like a crystal ball of dreams
And moving in the crowd
There's a hint of a notion
That you never will be seen

Slow it down, feel some emotion
'Cause there's nothing in between
Reaching that higher ground
But your faith and devotion
To be on the winning team

Why do we feel we have to feed the fire
We're only caught up in our own desire, ooh

I've had enough, it's just too tough
To keep it up, so I am calling out to you
To lift us up, the world is rough
I am so tired and I've had enough
Yes, I've had enough

Stop, I've had enough
Hey, I've had enough

Why do we feel we have to feed the fire
We're only caught up in our own desire, ooh

I've had enough, it's just too tough
To keep it up, so I am calling out to you
To lift us up, the world is rough
And I am so tired
You know it's got to stop

I've had enough, it's just too tough
To keep it up, so I am calling out to you
To lift us up, the world is rough
And I am so tired
You know it's got to stop

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Earth, Wind & Fire

Earth, Wind & Fire is an American band that has spanned the musical genres of soul, disco, R&B, funk, jazz and rock. They are one of the most successful and critically acclaimed bands of the twentieth century.Rolling Stone has described them as "innovative, precise yet sensual, calculated yet galvanizing" and has also declared that the band "changed the sound of black pop". more »

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Written by: PHILIP JAMES BAILEY, GREGORY ARTHUR PHILLINGANES, BRENDA GORDON RUSSELL

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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12 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"I've Had Enough" is a song from the genre R&B/Funk/Soul music, showcasing the unique style of Earth, Wind & Fire.
Album Detail
This song is a part of their twelfth studio album titled "Raise!" which was released in 1981.
Chart Performance
"I've Had Enough" hit the top position on the Billboard Hot R&B Singles chart and scored 29th on the UK Pop Singles chart.
Writing Credits
The song was written by Philip Bailey, Greg Phillinganes, and Brenda Russell, showcasing a blend of their unique musical talent.
Production Information
"I've Had Enough" was produced by Earth, Wind & Fire's primary members, Maurice White along with David Foster. The group is known for their tight production and unique style, which is evident in this song.
Song Theme
The song's theme speaks to an individual who has grown tired of being taken for granted in a relationship, a testament to the band's ability to evoke strong emotions through their lyrics.
Length of the Track
The song has a length of approximately 4 minutes and 30 seconds, a typical length for pop songs during that era.
Signature Instruments
Instrumentally, "I've Had Enough" highlights the band's signature blend of horns, synthesizers, and rhythm section, demonstrating their distinctive sound.
Music Video
There is no official music video for the song "I've Had Enough". This was not uncommon for the time as widespread music video production did not begin until the mid-1980s with the advent of MTV.
Cover Versions
While there have been numerous covers of Earth, Wind & Fire songs, there are no significant recorded covers of "I've Had Enough."
Live Performance
"I've Had Enough" has featured in several of Earth, Wind & Fire's concert setlists, demonstrating its continued popularity among fans.
Critical Acclaim
Despite its strong chart performance, "I've Had Enough" is often overshadowed by Earth, Wind & Fire's more famous hits such as "September" and "Let's Groove." However, it is still considered a classic among R&B/Funk music aficionados for its infectious groove and emotive lyrics.

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