It's a Shame (My Sister)

True Image, Monie Love

About It's a Shame (My Sister)

"It's a Shame (My Sister)" is a 1990 hip-hop song recorded by British rapper Monie Love, featuring True Image. It was the second single from her debut album Down to Earth, and was released in late-1990 in Germany and UK and in early-1991 in the other European countries. The song sampled The Spinners' 1970 single "It's a Shame" written for the band by Stevie Wonder, and the Cool as... mix of "It's a Shame (My Sister)" sampled the guitar riff from the Sister Sledge hit "He's the Greatest Dancer". The song had some success, particularly in Switzerland where it peaked at #6 and charted for 21 weeks. In the United States, the song was Monie Love's sole hit single, reaching #26. "It's a Shame (My Sister)" also peaked at #2 on the American dance chart. 


Year:
1992
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My sister, my sister, tell me what the trouble is
I'll try to listen good and give the best advice that I can give
so, what's up with you this time?
Your honey took a dive and now he's playin with your mind?
Oh no, this can not be accepted
The feelings that belong to you must be protected
Hold up, time out, I shout, get it together sister
Tell him to be nice or ditch the mister

It's a shame, the way you mess around with my heart
It's a shame, the way you, hurt me!

Get back on your feet please
I'm beggin you to check out all your own needs
Don't let nobody see you in a state of grievin, over the brother
there's another possibility
Which is for you to work out where you went wrong
I guarantee to you that it will not take long
For you to make your mind up if the two of you belong
You know where honey's head at, and where he's comin from
Get it out your system, don't be another victim
This took the nerve, oh boy, he really picked em, whaddya know
It's time for you to show you're not sleepin
A progress report on the two of you, you're keepin
Peekin through the peephole, to see if honey's sneakin
You estimated right, that night the other weekend
Collectively the facts should conclude the decision
You caught the brother in a terrible disposition

It's a shame, the way you mess around with my heart
It's a shame, the way you, hurt me!

That's it, pack it up, be wise my sister
cause the facts keep stackin up, tell him, to kiss the you know what
Make sure the door is shut, behind you
I do believe the brother's out of luck, and stuck
But that's not, your P-are-O-be	-L-E-M
You gotta let him go and let him know this is the end
You've been kissed, dissed, listed as a dumb one
I hope he likes sad songs, he's gonna hum one
He's been a dumb dumb and that's the way it is forever
There comes a time, when you're at the end of your tether
and you know, I think you went FAR beyond that
So it was bound to backtrack
And smack you with an irksome vengeance as it attacks you
Makin sure you get the full entire view
of who's to blame, at the end, of the game
Things will never be the same
And it's a cryin shame

It's a shame, the way you mess around with my heart
It's a shame, the way you, hurt me!
(repeat til fade)

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Monie Love

Simone Gooden (born 2 July 1970), better known by her stage name Monie Love, is an English emcee and radio personality in the United States. She was a well-respected figure in British hip hop, and made an impact with American hip hop audiences as a protégé of female American emcee Queen Latifah, as well as through her membership in the late 1980s/early 1990s Native Tongues. Love was one of the first BritHop artists to be signed and distributed worldwide by a major record label. more »

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12 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"It's a Shame (My Sister)" by Monie Love is a Hip-hop and R&B track, showcasing the artist's skilful rap abilities fused with soaring, soulful vocals.
Release Date
The song was released in September 1990 as a single and also featured on Monie Love's debut album, "Down to Earth".
Sampled Music
"It's a Shame (My Sister)" samples the 1970 hit song "It's a Shame" by the Motown group The Spinners, which was written by Stevie Wonder.
Chart Performance
The single was highly successful, reaching No. 26 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No. 1 on the Billboard Dance Club Songs chart in the United States.
Featured Artist
The track features British singer-songwriter, True Image, who sings the song's catchy and groovy chorus.
Song Theme
"It's a Shame (My Sister)" lyrically focuses on empowering women, specifically addressing a woman in an abusive relationship, giving her the strength and courage to leave her partner.
Music Video
The music video for this track is set in a fairground and features Monie Love performing the song amidst vibrant settings and playful antics, effectively embodying the tune’s uplifting message.
Recognition
The song is recognized as one of Monie Love's signature tracks and is a dance floor favorite to this day.
International Success
"It's a Shame (My Sister)" also achieved considerable chart success in the UK, peaking at No. 12 on the UK Singles Chart.
Production Team
The song was produced by the prolific American music producers, Marley Marl, and Peter Harris.
Careers Boost
"It's a Shame (My Sister)" played a key role in boosting both Monie Love and True Image's careers, exposing them to a wider global audience.
Legacy
Monie Love's song is considered a seminal track in early 90s hip-hop, particularly in promoting feminist perspectives within the largely male-dominated genre.

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