Life Is a Song Worth Singing

Johnny Mathis

About Life Is a Song Worth Singing

Life Is a Song Worth Singing is the second album by Contemporary R&B crooner Teddy Pendergrass. It contained two singles: "Only You" and "Close the Door". "Close The Door" reached number one on the US R&B music chart. Also, the ballads "It Don't Hurt Now" and "When Somebody Loves You Back" are staples on Quiet storm radio formats. The album itself did well on the charts as well, reaching number 11 on the US Pop chart and reaching number one on the R&B chart. It was nominated for an American Music Award, Favorite Soul/R&B Album in 1979. The title track is a cover of the Johnny Mathis hit single "Life is a Song Worth Singing", which was released in 1973. The album was arranged by Jack Faith, Dexter Wansel, John L. Usry Jnr. and Thom Bell. 


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Life is a song worth singing
Why don't you sing it
Life is a song worth singing
Why don't you sing it

You hold the key in the palm of your hand use it
Don't blame your life on the master plan change it
Only you generate the power to decide what to do with your life
You're a fool if you think your helpless you control what you do with your life

Life is a song worth singing
Why don't you sing it
Life is a song worth singing
Why don't you sing it

You don't like the way your living to bad
You can't change your life because it's out of your hand so sad
So you sit on your pants and holler
'Cause the world ain't been treating you right
Don't you know you contain the power to control destiny with your mind

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Johnny Mathis

John Royce "Johnny" Mathis (born in Gilmer, Texas, on September 30, 1935) is an American singer of popular music. Starting his career with singles of standard music, he became highly popular as an album artist, with several dozen of his albums achieving gold or platinum status, and 73 making the Billboard charts and Guinness World Record music chart historian Paul Gambaccini, confirms "Johnny Mathis has sold well over 350 million records worldwide". more »

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Written by: Linda Creed, Thom Bell

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12 facts about this song

Artist Collaboration
The song "Life is a Song Worth Singing" is a memorable collaboration between two highly respected artists, Johnny Mathis and Teddy Pendergrass.
Composer
The song was composed by Thom Bell and Linda Creed, who are known for their work in the Philadelphia soul genre.
Album Title
"Life Is a Song Worth Singing" is also the title of Teddy Pendergrass's second studio album.
Year of Release
The song was originally released by Johnny Mathis in 1973, before it was covered and popularized by Teddy Pendergrass in 1978.
Genre Classification
The song falls under the genres of R&B and soul.
Chart Performance
Teddy Pendergrass's version of "Life Is a Song Worth Singing" did exceptionally well on the charts. It reached number 13 on the Billboard Hot Soul Singles.
Perception
The song is known for its uplifting lyrics and powerful vocal performances by both Mathis and Pendergrass.
Revivals
The song has been sampled and revived by several artists, including Michael Buble and Jemaine Stewart.
Certification
Teddy Pendergrass's album "Life Is a Song Worth Singing" reached platinum status, with the title track being one of the standout songs on the album.
Impact
The song is considered a classic in the soul genre and has continued to influence musicians to this day.
Live Performances
Both artists have included the song in their live performances, often as a rousing finale.
Grammy Recognition
Although the song did not win any, the album it featured on, "Life is a Song Worth Singing," brought Teddy Pendergrass a Grammy nomination.

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