Let the Beat Go On
Dr. Alban
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Choosing BPM Is a big problem Choosing BPM Is a big problem A lot of people get hurt Just for nothing Due to inability To make their mind Make up your mind Before it gets too late Action speaks just louder that voice If you haven't got one Then ask the doctor Just ring ring ring Call I on the phone Self-confidence Is the key to choose Self-confidence Is the key to choose Let the beat go on Holding on getting strong Let the beat go on The youth nowadays Have difficulties in choosing The youth nowadays Have difficulties in choosing That's why we old Have to help them out Before they left them job And turn a gun-man Before they left them job And turn a hooligan Say mi love part I But me prefer part II When mi play them 33 Say mi keep them alive When mi play them 43 Say they rock and come one Self-confidence Is the key to choose Self-confidence Is the key to choose Let the beat go on Holding on getting strong Let the beat go on
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Written by: ALBAN NWAPA, JOHN OLOV ALBERTO AMATIELLO, KRISTIAN LUNDIN
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
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19 facts about this song
Music Genre"Let the Beat Go On" by Dr. Alban is a dancehall reggae-hip hop song with elements of Eurodance.
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Release DateThe song was officially released in August 1994.
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Album Info"Let the Beat Go On" is the third single from the album "Look Who's Talking" by Dr. Alban.
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Chart PerformanceUpon its release, the song achieved substantial success in many countries, peaking at number 2 in Finland, Israel, and Sweden, and within the top 5 spots in Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Switzerland and Italy.
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Music ProducerThis track was produced by Swedish music producer Denniz Pop and Dr. Alban, himself.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Let the Beat Go On" was shot in New York City.
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LyricsThe song's lyrics are thought to inspire listeners to keep dancing to the rhythm of the song, hence the title, "Let the Beat Go On."
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Artist’s BackgroundDr. Alban, officially known as Alban Uzoma Nwapa, is a Nigerian-Swedish artist who enjoyed massive worldwide success in the '90s with hits like "It's My Life" and "No Coke."
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Song's LengthThe runtime of the song is approximately 5 minutes and 25 seconds on the album version.
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Record Label"Let the Beat Go On" was released under the label, Cheiron Records.
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Co-WritersAlongside Dr. Alban and Denniz Pop, another co-writer of the song is Kristian Lundin – a producer responsible for multiple hits by artists like Backstreet Boys and NSYNC.
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Remix VersionThe song also has a "Short" version which lasts for 3 minutes and 56 seconds.
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Song StyleWith its catchy beats and lively rhythms, "Let the Beat Go On" is often considered an iconic Eurodance track of the ‘90s.
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Album's Success'Look Who's Talking' album was a significant hit in the European market, further boosting Dr. Alban's popularity in the dance music sphere.
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Live PerformancesDr. Alban has performed "Let the Beat Go On" in many concerts and live shows throughout his career.
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Digital PlatformsThe song is available on multiple digital platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube.
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LegacyEven years after its release, "Let the Beat Go On" continues to be a classic dance track for '90s nostalgia and is often featured in '90s music compilations.
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Song's InfluenceThe song is well-known as a pioneer of the dancehall-inspired Eurodance genre, influencing many other songs in the subsequent years.
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Name MisconceptionDespite his name, Dr. Alban is not a licensed physician but took the prefix 'Dr.' as his stage name due to his prior training as a dentist.
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