The Boss

Diana Ross

About The Boss

"The Boss" is a 1979 song written and produced by Ashford & Simpson and recorded by singer Diana Ross, who released it as a single on the Motown label. It was the first release from the album of the same title (1979).


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Fancy me
Thought I had my degree
In life and how to love
What if you run?

I had a one step plan to prove it
Guide in my pocket for fools
Folly and fun
Love had to show me one thing

I was so right, so right
Thought I could turn emotion, on and off
I was so sure, so sure
But love taught me
Who was, who was, who was the boss

I'd defy
Anyone who claimed that I
Didn't control
Whatever moved in my soul

I could tempt, touch, delight
Just because you fell for me
Why should I feel uptight
Love had to show me one thing

I was so right, so right
Thought I could turn emotion, on and off
I was so sure, I was so, so sure
But love taught me
Taught me who was, who was, the boss

Love taught me, taught me
Taught me, taught me

I was so right, so right
Thought that I could turn emotion, on and off
I was so sure, so sure
But love taught me
Taught me who was, who was, the boss

Love taught me (stood right up in my face and)
Love taught me who was the boss
Love taught me who was the boss
Love taught me, love taught me
Love taught me

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Diana Ross

Diana Ross is a Grammy Lifetime Award Winning entertainer and actress. She was born on March 26, 1944 to Fred and Ernestine Ross. Her birth name was Diane Ernestine Earle Ross. She is known for being the lead vocalist of the Supremes, who were Motown’a best selling act during the 1960’s and is one of the greatest girl groups of all time. Diana Ross is the mother of 5 children; Tracee Ellis Ross, Rhonda Ross Kendricks, Evan Ross, Ross Näess, and Chudney Ross. She has starred in many movies including Lady Sings The Blues, Mahogany, The Wiz, Double Platinum, and etc. She has 6 number ones, has made 116 singles, and has 25 studio albums. more »

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Written by: Nickolas Ashford, Valerie Simpson

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12 facts about this song

Release Details
"The Boss" is a song performed by American singer Diana Ross, released as a single in 1979 on the Motown label.
Album Debut
The song is the title track of Ross's 10th studio album, which was released under the same name "The Boss."
Chart Performance
"The Boss" achieved significant chart success, reaching #19 on the Billboard Hot 100, #12 on the Billboard R&B Singles chart, and #1 on the Billboard Dance Club Songs chart.
Song Producers
The song was produced by the songwriter-producers' duo, Nicholas Ashford and Valerie Simpson, who were associated with numerous hits for a variety of Motown artists.
Inspiration Source
"The Boss" is a dance-infused track, typical of the then-popular disco music genre.
Certification
The album "The Boss," which includes this song, was certified Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
Remix Version
Interestingly, a remixed version of "The Boss" was released in 1993 and became a UK Top 40 hit.
Lyric Theme
The lyrics of the song reference the power dynamics in romantic relationships, with Ross asserting herself as "The Boss."
Diana Ross's Recognition
The success of "The Boss" helped solidify Ross's status as one of the leading female artists of her time and respected figures in American music.
Lip Sync Performances
In recent years, "The Boss" has become popular for lip sync performances on "RuPaul's Drag Race," a reality competition television series.
Cover Versions
Many artists have covered "The Boss" throughout the years, including Kristine W, a popular dance club artist who reached #1 on the Dance Club Songs chart with her cover in 2008.
Cultural Impact
The song "The Boss," becomes one that defines Ross's musical style- a powerful yet elegant fusion of soul, pop, and disco.

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