Use It Up and Wear It Out
Odyssey
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Shake shake your body down Oh shake Skae your bod down Oh shake Everybody - all you people gather 'round And get your body busy - move it up and groove it down We're gonna use it up - gonna wear it out Ain't nothin' left in this whole world I care about I said one two three shake your body down (Shake it down to me) One two three shake your body down to me (Shake it down to me) One two three shake your body down (Shake it down to me) One two three oh shake Bussy bodys - body's lookin' good tonight You got that hungry feelin' for some love and it's alright It's alright It's alright We're gonna use it up - wear it out Ain't nothin' left in this whole world I care about I said one two three shake your body down (Shake it on down to me) Use it up - wear it out Ain't nothin' left in this whole world I care about I said one two three shake your body down (Shake it down to me) Do it all night Do it all night long Do it all night long Do it all night Do it all night long Gonna use it up - gonna wear it out Ain't nothin' left in this whole world I care about Gonna used it up - gonna wear it out Ain't nothin' left in this whole world I care about I said one two three shake your body down (Shake it on down to me) One two three shake your body down to me (Shake it on down to me) One two three shake your body down (Shake it on down to me) One two three oh shake
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Written by: LAWRENCE RUSSELL BROWN, SANDY LINZER
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing
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21 facts about this song
OriginationThe song "Use It Up and Wear It Out" is a studio release by the American group, Odyssey.
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Release dateIt was released in April 1980 as single and also appears in the album "Hang Together."
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Chart Performance"Use It Up and Wear It Out" topped the UK Albums Chart for two weeks, becoming Odyssey's only UK number one hit.
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Genre TypeThe song falls under the genre of soul, pop, and disco music, merging captivating vocals with a vibrant rhythm.
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Song's MessageThe song essentially conveys a message of making the most of life – with lyrics urging listeners to live fully and exhaust their potentials.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song features the group performing with crowd interaction. Despite its simplicity, the video is acclaimed for the energetic performance.
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SalesThe song was so popular during its time that it became a Gold-certified single in the U.K, signifying sales of over 500,000 copies.
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Song Length"Use It Up and Wear It Out" runs for 5 minutes and 43 seconds, relatively longer than the typical song duration.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by several artists over the years, including Pat & Mick in 1989, who took it to number 22 in the UK Singles Chart.
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LegacyEven after four decades since its release, "Use It Up and Wear It Out" is still played regularly on radio stations that celebrate '70s and '80s tunes.
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SongwritersThe song was composed by Sandy Linzer, who co-wrote many of Odyssey's hits, and L. Russell Brown.
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Song Background"Use It Up And Wear It Out" is a single by the New York-based group Odyssey that was released in 1980.
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Chart PerformanceThe song achieved significant success in the UK, where it reached number one on the UK Singles Chart and stayed there for two weeks in July 1980.
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Dance RoutineThe song is well-known for its unique dance routine, involving turning 180 degrees clockwise between each "shake it up, shake it up" chorus.
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GenreThis song is considered a classic anthem of the post-disco era, blending elements of disco, funk, R&B, and pop.
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Group's LegacyAlthough Odyssey only had minor success in their home country, the United States, they became big hits in the UK, with "Use It Up And Wear It Out" being one of their most impactful songs.
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Creative Team"Use It Up And Wear It Out" was written by Sandy Linzer and L. Russell Brown, two songwriters who have also collaborated with other popular music acts like The Four Seasons and Dawn.
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The LyricsThe lyrics of the song are essentially encouraging people to live their lives to the fullest - to use up and wear out everything they've got, rather than waiting for the perfect moment.
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12" Vinyl SingleThe original 12" vinyl single version of "Use It Up And Wear It Out" is nearly 6 and half minutes long, showcasing the group's intricate production and arrangement skills.
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Other VersionsThe song has been covered by several artists and groups, including Pat and Mick, who reached number 22 in the UK chart with their version in 1989.
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Later SuccessIt wasn't until 2005, 25 years after its original release, that "Use It Up And Wear It Out" was re-released on a compilation album, re-igniting its popularity.
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