You Got It (The Right Stuff)
New Kids on the Block
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The right stuff The right stuff First time was a great time Second time was a blast Third time I fell in love Now I hope it lasts I can see it in your walk Tell 'em when you talk See it in everything you do Even in your thoughts You got the right stuff, baby Love the way you turn me on You got the right stuff, baby You're the reason why I sing this song All that I needed was you Oh girl, you're so right And all that I wanted was you You made all (my dreams come true) Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, the right stuff Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, the right stuff Your first kiss was a sweet kiss Second kiss had a twist Third and your fourth kiss I don't want to miss I can see it in your walk Tell 'em when you talk See it in everything you do Even in your thoughts You got the right stuff, baby Love the way you turn me on You got the right stuff, baby You're the reason why I sing this song All that I needed was you In my life, you're so right And all that I wanted was you You made all (every one of my dreams come true) Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, the right stuff Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, the right stuff Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, the right stuff Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, the right stuff Girl, yeah baby, yeah You know you got the right stuff And girl, yeah, baby You know, you know you got it, girl In my life, you're so right You made all (you know what you did) Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, the right stuff Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, the right stuff You got the right stuff, baby Love the way you turn me on You got the right stuff, baby You're the reason why I sing this song
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7 facts about this song
Release and Popularity"You Got It (The Right Stuff)" was released on November 7, 1988, as the second single from New Kids on the Block's second album, "Hangin' Tough."
- The song became a major hit, reaching No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States. It also charted well internationally, reaching No. 1 in Sweden and Norway, and No. 2 in the UK.
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SongwritingThe song was written and produced by Maurice Starr, a musician and record producer who was instrumental in the formation and success of New Kids on the Block.
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Music VideoThe music video for "You Got It (The Right Stuff)" featured the band members performing choreographed dance moves, which became iconic and were mimicked by fans around the world.
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ReputationThe song is considered one of the defining tracks of the late 1980s-early 1990s teen pop genre, and it solidified New Kids on the Block's status as teen idols.
- It is also often recognized for its catchy chorus and danceable beat, becoming a staple at parties and events.
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Awards and Recognition"You Got It (The Right Stuff)" received a nomination for "Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals" at the 1990 Grammy Awards.
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Impact and LegacySince its release, the song has been covered by numerous artists and featured in various films, commercials, and television shows.
- In 2013, the song was performed by the cast of "Glee" in an episode dedicated to boy bands.
- The song continues to be popular among fans, often being the highlight of New Kids on the Block's concerts.
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Charity WorkIn 1990, New Kids on the Block performed "You Got It (The Right Stuff)" at a charity concert to help raise funds for the United Cerebral Palsy foundation. The concert, telecast live across the U.S., helped raise over $3.5 million for the charity.
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