Groove Line

Heatwave

About Groove Line

"The Groove Line" is a 1978 single by the British-based funk-disco group Heatwave. It was written by Rod Temperton. It was included on Heatwave's second album, Central Heating.


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Pack your grip, takin' you on a trip
Ain't no seats, all we got's dancin' feet

Leave you worries behind
'Cause rain, shine, won't mind
We're ridin' on the groove line tonight

Get this train, know you'll be glad you came
Hit the track, party hard there and back

Leave you worries behind
'Cause rain, shine, don't mind
We're ridin' on the groove line tonight

Uh uh uh 
Uh uh uh 

Check out, the wheels are turnin', you know we won't stop
We got this boiler burnin', we're keepin' it hot

So grab your friends, get the train comin' through
Climb on board where you leave's up to you

Leave you worries behind
'Cause rain, shine, don't mind
We're ridin' on the groove line tonight

Uh uh uh 
Uh uh uh 
Uh uh uh 
Uh uh uh 

Leave you worries behind
'Cause rain, shine, don't mind
We're ridin' on the groove line tonight

Uh uh uh 
Uh uh uh

Check out, the wheels are turnin', you know we won't stop
We got this boiler burnin', we're keepin' it hot

So grab your friends, get the train comin' through
Climb on board where you leave's up to you

Leave you worries behind
'Cause rain, shine, don't mind
We're ridin' on the groove line tonight

Uh uh uh 
Uh uh uh

'Cause rain, shine, don't mind
We're ridin' on the groove line tonight

Uh uh uh 
Uh uh uh

'Cause rain, shine, don't mind
We're ridin' on the groove line tonight

Uh uh uh 
Uh uh uh

'Cause rain, shine, won't mind
We're ridin' on the groove line tonight

Uh uh uh 
Uh uh uh

'Cause rain, shine, don't mind
We're ridin' on the groove line tonight

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Heatwave

Heatwave was an international funk/disco musical band featuring Americans Johnnie Wilder, Jr. and Keith Wilder (vocals) of Dayton, Ohio, Englishman Rod Temperton (keyboards), Swiss Mario Mantese (bass), Czechoslovak Ernest "Bilbo" Berger (drums), Jamaican Eric Johns (guitar) and Briton Roy Carter (guitar). more »

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Written by: Rodney Lynn Temperton

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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12 facts about this song

Song Release
"Groove Line" by Heatwave was released in 1978.
Chart Performance
The song peaked at number 7 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 and hit no. 12 on the UK Singles Chart.
Album Appearance
"Groove Line" comes from Heatwave's second album, Central Heating.
Song's Genre
This song is a great example of the disco and funk music genres popular during the 1970s.
Songwriter
It was written by Rod Temperton, the British songwriter who also wrote for other noteworthy artists, including Michael Jackson.
Duration
The album version of the song has a notable length, being just over eight minutes long.
Commercial Use
"Groove Line" has been used in several commercials and movies over the years, helping to cement its status as a classic.
Popularity
This song has helped Heatwave maintain a lasting legacy, remaining one of their most known and loved tracks.
Use in Samples
"Groove Line" has been sampled in various tracks by artists in different genres, underlining its influence and popularity.
Re-Issues
The UK re-issue of the song in 1988 brought it back into the UK top 60 chart.
Impact
"Groove Line" is often credited with helping to bring disco music into the mainstream.
Musical Elements
The song is known for its melodic bassline as well as the harmonic and rhythmic elements unique to Heatwave's style.

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