If You Want to Sing Out, Sing Out

Cat Stevens

About If You Want to Sing Out, Sing Out

"If You Want To Sing Out, Sing Out" is a popular song by Cat Stevens. It first appeared in the 1971 film Harold and Maude. Stevens wrote all the songs in Harold and Maude in 1970-1971, during the time he was writing and recording his Tea for the Tillerman album. However, "If You Want to Sing Out, Sing Out" and two other songs from that period were not released as singles nor placed on any album at that time. No official soundtrack was released from the film at that time. The song was finally released later on Stevens' 1984 album, Footsteps in the Dark: Greatest Hits, Vol. 2 along with his other previously unreleased songs. In addition, it appeared on the UK edition of his 2003 album The Very Best of Cat Stevens. 


Year:
1984
2:46
447 
#4

 Watch: New Singing Lesson Videos Can Make Anyone A Great Singer

Well, if you want to sing out, sing out
And if you want to be free, be free
'Cause there's a million things to be
You know that there are

And if you want to live high, live high
And if you want to live low, live low
'Cause there's a million ways to go
You know that there are

You can do what you want
The opportunity's on
And if you can find a new way
You can do it today
You can make it all true
And you can make it undo
You see, ah ah ah
It's easy, ah ah ah
You only need to know

Well, if you want to say yes, say yes
And if you want to say no, say no
'Cause there's a million ways to go
You know that there are

And if you want to be me, be me
And if you want to be you, be you
'Cause there's a million things to do
You know that there are

You can do what you want
The opportunity's on
And if you can find a new way
You can do it today
You can make it all true
And you can make it undo
You see, ah ah ah
It's easy, ah ah ah
You only need to know

Well, if you want to sing out, sing out
And if you want to be free, be free
'Cause there's a million things to be
You know that there are
You know that there are
You know that there are
You know that there are
You know that there are

 Become A Better Singer In Only 30 Days, With Easy Video Lessons!


Cat Stevens

Yusuf Islam (born Steven Demetre Georgiou, 21 July 1948), commonly known by his former stage name Cat Stevens, is a British singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, educator, philanthropist, and prominent convert to Islam. more »

14 fans

Written by: Yusuf Islam

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management

Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind


10 facts about this song

Song Basics
"If You Want to Sing Out, Sing Out," was written and performed by British singer-songwriter, Cat Stevens, who is now known as Yusuf Islam.
Release Information
While extremely popular, this song was never released on an album. It was specifically written for the 1971 film "Harold and Maude."
Film Influence
Cat Stevens composed the score for the film "Harold and Maude," in which this song was featured prominently, setting the tone for several key scenes.
Lyrics
The lyrics of "If You Want to Sing Out, Sing Out" are focused on freedom, independence, and the unlimited potential of life, making a choice to live life the way one wants.
Cover Versions
The song was covered by several artists, including Ellen Greene, in her debut album "In His Eyes." This showcases the song's influential appeal.
Instrumentation
This song features simple, folk-style instrumentation that emphasizes on guitar indicates Cat Stevens' signature songwriting style as well as his folk music genre.
Cultural Impact
The song has been used in several advertisements and movie soundtracks, extending its influence beyond the original film and reaching new audiences over time.
Cat Stevens' Career
"If You Want to Sing Out, Sing Out" is viewed as a significant song in Cat Stevens' career, as it marked his transition into film score composition.
Chart Success
Despite not being released on an album, the song gained a considerable amount of radio airplay and is regarded as one of Stevens' most beloved songs.
Song's Theme
The overall theme of the song, which promotes freedom and enjoying life, is often associated with its thematic use in "Harold and Maude," a film about embracing non-conformity and making the most out of life.

Discuss the If You Want to Sing Out, Sing Out Lyrics with the community:

0 Comments

    Citation

    Use the citation below to add these lyrics to your bibliography:

    Style:MLAChicagoAPA

    "If You Want to Sing Out, Sing Out Lyrics." Lyrics.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 18 Mar. 2024. <https://www.lyrics.com/lyric-lf/299866/Cat+Stevens/If+You+Want+to+Sing+Out%2C+Sing+Out>.

    Missing lyrics by Cat Stevens?

    Know any other songs by Cat Stevens? Don't keep it to yourself!

    Watch the song video

    If You Want to Sing Out, Sing Out

    2,823
    51     3

    Browse Lyrics.com

    Quiz

    Are you a music master?

    »
    Which Beethoven symphony number is in F major?
    A 1
    B 3
    C 5
    D 8

    Free, no signup required:

    Add to Chrome

    Get instant explanation for any lyrics that hits you anywhere on the web!

    Free, no signup required:

    Add to Firefox

    Get instant explanation for any acronym or abbreviation that hits you anywhere on the web!

    Cat Stevens tracks

    On Radio Right Now

    Loading...

    Powered by OnRad.io


    Think you know music? Test your MusicIQ here!

    Movies soundtrack

    If You Want to Sing Out, Sing Out

    »