How Long (Betcha' Got a Chick on the Side)

The Pointer Sisters

About How Long (Betcha' Got a Chick on the Side)

"How Long (Betcha' Got a Chick on the Side)" is a song by American family girl group the Pointer Sisters, released as the first single from their Steppin' album in 1975. Written by group members Anita Pointer and Bonnie Pointer with David Rubinson, the song's mixture of funky R&B and the sisters' soulful harmonies helped make it a standout in the Pointer Sisters' early catalog. The single was a significant success for the group, reaching number 20 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and was the group's first and only number-one single on the US Hot Soul Singles chart, where it spent two weeks at number one.  


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Betcha got a chick on the side
Show you another trick
I know you got a chick on the side
Betcha got a chick on the side
Show you another trick
I know you got a chick on the side

I know you want us both 
And I know the reason why 
(I know why you want her)
I can give you so much lovin'
But presents she can buy ya 
(How much can money buy)
Last night you're in my arms
But tonight I'm all alone
How long (how long) will this game go on
How long (how long) oh oh how long

Betcha got a chick on the side
Show you another trick
I know you got a chick on the side
Betcha got a chick on the side
Show you another trick
I know you got a chick on the side

It's plain, plain enough to see
That you're not happy with me
I can't keep playing games 
To keep my heart straight
I want to turn to walk away 
But it's harder to do than it is to say
How long (how long) will this game go on
How long (how long) oh oh how long

Betcha got a chick on the side
Show you another trick
I know you got a chick on the side
(I bet you got another, yeah you got another lover)
Betcha got a chick on the side
Show you another trick
I know you got a chick on the side 
(I caught you, I caught you with her twice)
Betcha got a chick on the side
Show you another trick
I know you got a chick on the side 
(Can she love you, can she love you like me)
Betcha got a chick on the side
Show you another trick
I know you got a chick on the side
(Can she love you, can she set you free)
Betcha got a chick on the side
Show you another trick
I know you got a chick on the side
(You got another lover, you got another lover)
Betcha got a chick on the side
Show you another trick
I know you got a chick on the side 
(I know you got another, another chick on the side)

It might hurt me for a while
But one thing I am sure
I'll get over you, yes I'll find someone new
Each time I open up my heart
It seems to just get torn apart
How long
Will this game go on
How long
Oh oh how long

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The Pointer Sisters

The Pointer Sisters are an American R&B recording act from Oakland, California that achieved mainstream success during the 1970s and 1980s. Spanning over three decades, their repertoire has included such diverse genres as pop, disco, jazz, electronic music, bebop, blues, soul, funk, dance, country and rock. more »

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Written by: KENYON PHILLIPS, STEPHEN ROBERT PHILLIPS

Lyrics © BOB-A-LEW SONGS

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13 facts about this song

Release Information
"How Long (Betcha' Got a Chick on the Side)" was released on June 19, 1975.
Genre
The song is categorized as a mix of R&B and Soul genres.
Artist Lineup
The actors include four Pointer Sisters – June, Anita, Ruth, and Bonnie Pointer.
Chart Performance
The song reached No. 1 on the Billboard R&B Singles chart and reached No. 20 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Song Duration
The track is approximately 7 minutes and 20 seconds long.
Writers
The song was written by Bonnie Pointer and Anita Pointer along with producer David Rubinson.
Album
The song is a part of the album 'Steppin' released in 1975 which was their third album.
Unique Feature
The song is characterized by the sisters' tight vocal harmonies and instrumentation featuring a funky bassline.
Cover Version
The song was covered by Salt-N-Pepa on their 1990 album, "Blacks' Magic".
Awards
Although the song was a commercial success, it didn’t win any awards.
Distribution
The song was released under the Blue Thumb Records, a label known for its blues-rock and folk catalogue.
Performance Style
The song is noted for its call-and-response vocal style.
Accolades
"How Long (Betcha' Got a Chick on the Side)" is still considered one of The Pointer Sisters' signature songs.

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