Something Got Me Started

Simply Red

About Something Got Me Started

"Something Got Me Started" is the first single released from British band Simply Red's 1991 album, Stars. It was released in several forms — a 7-inch single, a 12-inch single and a CD version, which included a remix by Perfecto (Paul Oakenfold and Steve Osborne). The song became successful around the world, peaking at number 11 in the United Kingdom and peaking within the top 10 in many European countries, like Austria, Denmark, Greece, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands and Switzerland. On the Eurochart Hot 100, the single reached number 9 in November 1991. It was less successful than the band's previous hits in North America, reaching number 11 in Canada and number 23 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States. It additionally reached number 10 in New Zealand and number 29 in Australia. 


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1996
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I love you, show me

Something got me started
You know that I will love you
Lately since we parted
I truly know that I need you

I'd give it all up for you I'd give it all up for you
I'd give it all up for you I'd give it all up for you

I'd give it all up for you (yes I would) I'd give it all up for you (yes I would)

I'd give it all up for you (yes I would) I'd give it all up for you (yes I would)

Totally broken hearted
Guilty of what I did to you
Lately since we parted
I truly know that I need you
Yes a little because

I'd give it all up for you I'd give it all up for you
I'd give it all up for you I'd give it all up for you

I'd give it all up for you (yes I would) I'd give it all up for you (yes I would)

I'd give it all up for you (yes I would) I'd give it all up for you (yes I would)
C'mon

I really love you

C'mon, I'd give it all up for you, I'd give it all up for you
I'd give it all up for you, I'd give it all up for you

I'd give it all up for you (yes I would) I'd give it all up for you (yes I would)

I'd give it all up for you (yes I would) I'd give it all up for you (yes I would)

Yes I would yes I would
Yes I would

Hey
Yes I would, yeah
Yes I would
(Something got me started) hey
(Something got me started)
You've got to help me now (something got me started)

You've got to help me now (something got me started)
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I'll take it out

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Simply Red

Simply Red were an English soul band that sold more than 50 million albums over a 25-year career. Their style drew influences from blue-eyed soul, New Romantic, rock, reggae and jazz. Since their early days the main driving force behind the band was singer Mick Hucknall, who by the time the band was disbanded in 2010 was the only original member left. At the 1992 and 1993 Brit Awards they received the award for Best British Group. more »

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Written by: FRITZ MCINTYRE, MICK HUCKNALL

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12 facts about this song

Released Period
"Something Got Me Started" is a song by British band “Simply Red”, released in 1991.
Album Information
This song is the first track on the band’s fourth studio album, 'Stars.'
Chart Performance
Upon release, the song peaked at number 11 on the UK Singles Chart and number 23 on the US Billboard Hot 100.
Critics' Reviews
The music critics generally gave positive reviews, praising Mick Hucknall's soulful performance.
Genre
The song falls in the genre of blue-eyed soul, pop.
Music Video Factor
Interestingly, the music video for this song was directed by famous American filmmaker Andy Morahan.
Band Lead Singer
"Something Got Me Started" was performed by Mick Hucknall, the lead singer of Simply Red.
Live Performance Popularity
This song is often performed in Simply Red's concerts and live performances, becoming a favorite among fans.
Song Length
The length of the song is 4 minutes and 01 seconds.
International Rankings
The song also managed to reach the top 10 in several countries like Belgium, Italy, and the Netherlands.
Dance Mix version
A dance mix version of “Something Got Me Started” was also released, which gained considerable popularity in dance clubs.
Re-release
In 2005, 'Something Got Me Started' was re-released as a part of the compilation ‘Simplified.’

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