Theme from Mahogany (Do You Know Where You're Going To)

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About Theme from Mahogany (Do You Know Where You're Going To)

"Theme from Mahogany (Do You Know Where You're Going To)" is a song written by Michael Masser and Gerry Goffin, and initially recorded by American singer Thelma Houston in 1973, and then most notably by Diana Ross as the theme to the 1975 Motown/Paramount film Mahogany.


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1995
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Do you know where you're going to?
Do you like the things that life is showing you?
Where are you going to, do you know?
Do you get what you're hoping for?
When you look behind you there's no open door.
What are you hoping for, do you know?

Once we were standing still in time,
Chasing the fantasies that filled our minds.
And you knew how I loved you but my spirit was free,
Laughing at the questions that you once asked of me.
Do you know where you're going to?
Do you like the things that life is showing you?
Where are you going to, do you know?

Now looking back at all we planned,
We let so many dreams just slip through our hands.
Why must we wait so long before we see
How sad the answers to those questions can be?

Do you know where you're going to?
Do you like the things that life is showing you?
Where are you going to, do you know?
Do you get what you're hoping for?
When you look behind you there's no open door.

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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: Gerry Goffin, Michael Masser

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10 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Theme from Mahogany (Do You Know Where You're Going To)" is the title song and theme for the 1975 film "Mahogany," which starred Diana Ross.
Composition
This legendary song was composed by Michael Masser, a prolific pop song composer, and lyricist Gerry Goffin.
Chart Success
The single reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States in January 1976.
Film Success
The song featured prominently in the film's story, boosting the film's popularity and contributing to its commercial success.
Oscar Nomination
"Theme from Mahogany (Do You Know Where You're Going To)" was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Song in 1976.
Gold Status
It was certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for sales of over one million copies.
Cover Versions
This song has been covered by many artists, including Mariah Carey, who included her version on the international release of her album "#1's" in 1998.
Lyrics
The song's lyrics are about seeking one's purpose in life and figuring out the right path to follow--a common struggle for many people, making the song widely relatable.
Billboard Adult Contemporary Chart
The song also topped the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart in the U.S for one week in 1976.
Grammy Awards
Though the song did not win the Academy Award, Diana Ross's performance received a nomination for Best Pop Vocal Performance, Female at the 18th Grammy Awards in 1976.

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    Polly Brown did mybe the best version back in -75
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