Right Thing
Simply Red
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In the middle of the night When the time is right Sexily right I'm gonna do the right thing I'm feeling hot I ain't ever gonna stop To get what you got You better take what I bring I feel it now Much harder now More than any old how Say you feel the pain Feel I'm getting harder now (Get off your back four, get on top more) Feel I'm sinking farther down (Get off your back four, get on top more) I told you to stop You're sleeping out a lot You told me get lost Where's your understanding I feel it now Much harder than I've ever done now, now Hey, I'm gonna do the right thing Feel I'm getting harder now (Get off your back four, get on top more) Feel I'm sinking farther down (Get off your back four, get on top more) In the middle of the night When the time is right Sexily right I'm gonna do the right thing I'm on fire now You know I'm on fire now You know I told you That I would never dream of leaving now If I did it right
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Written by: MICHAEL JAMES HUCKNALL
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Song Composition"Right Thing" is a song by the British band Simply Red. It was released in 1987 as part of their second album, "Men and Women."
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Chart Performance 1The song was a commercial success. It peaked at number 11 on the UK Singles Chart and stayed in the charts for 9 weeks.
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Chart Performance 2Internationally, the song also did well. It reached number 27 in the Irish Singles Chart and number 40 in the Dutch Top 40.
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Song GenreSimply Red is known for their soulful, new wave style. "Right Thing" features an upbeat, dance-pop sound, incorporating elements of jazz and blue-eyed soul.
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Music VideoThe music video of "Right Thing" is as iconic as the song itself, featuring lead singer Mick Hucknall's distinctive red hair and the band performing onstage.
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Lyrics MeaningThe lyrics of "Right Thing" are about being in love and wanting to do the right thing in a relationship, even though it's sometimes difficult.
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Band Studio Album PerformanceThe album "Men and Women", which featured "Right Thing", peaked at number 2 on the UK Albums Chart and was certified double platinum by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI).
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Band RecognitionSimply Red, the band who performed "Right Thing", has received several awards and nominations over their career, including two Grammy Nominations and three Brit Awards.
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Lead SingerThe lead singer of Simply Red, Mick Hucknall, is the only constant member throughout the band's existence. His distinctive voice is a major factor in the success of "Right Thing" and their other hit songs.
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Lasting ImpactDespite being released over 30 years ago, "Right Thing" remains a beloved hit and is still played at concerts and on radio stations today.
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