U Got the Look
Prince
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Here we are folks The dream we all dream of Boy versus girl in the World Series of love Tell me, have you got the look? You walked in, I woke up I've never seen a pretty girl Look so tough, baby You got that look Color you peach and black Color me takin' aback Crucial, I think I want ya You've got the look (You've got the hook) You sho'nuf do be cookin' in my book Your face is jammin' Your body's heck-a-slammin' If love is good Let's get to rammin' You got the look You got the look Look here You got the look (you got the look) You must'a took (you must'a took) A whole hour just to make up your face, baby Closin' time, ugly lights, everybody's inspected (Everybody's inspected) But you are a natural beauty unaffected (Unaffected) Did I say an hour? My face is red, I stand corrected (I stand corrected) You've got the look You've got the hook You sho'nuf do be cookin' in my book Your face is jammin' Your body's heck-a-slammin' If love is good Let's get to rammin' You got the look You got the look (There's no girl to do) Well here we are, ladies and gentlemen, the dream we all dream of (Oh, please!) Boy versus girl in the World Series of love slammin' You walked in (I walked in) I woke up (you woke up) I never seen such a pretty girl look so tough (I never seen such a pretty girl look so tough) Baby (Baby) You got that look (you got that look) Yes you do (Yes you do) Color you peach and black Color me takin' aback, baby Crucial, I think I want ya You've got the look You've got the hook You sho'nuf do be cookin' in my book Your face is jammin' Your body's heck-a-slammin' If your love is good Let's get to rammin' (Now) You got the look You got the look Here we are folks The dream we all dream of You got the look You got the look You got the look You got the look You got the look
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Written by: Prince Rogers Nelson
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17 facts about this song
Release and Reception"U Got the Look" was released as a single in 1987 from Prince's double album "Sign o' the Times".
- The song incorporated elements of rock and funk, showcasing Prince's eclectic musical style.
- It was Prince's highest charting single from the album, peaking at #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States.
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CollaborationThe song is a duet with Scottish singer Sheena Easton, whom Prince had previously worked with on her 1984 album "A Private Heaven".
- Easton's contributions to the song were lauded, with critics praising the chemistry between the two singers.
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Music VideoThe music video for "U Got the Look" is unique for the fact that it features Prince performing in a dream sequence against his alter ego, known as 'Camille'.
- The video's stylized approach and Prince's flamboyant persona garnered considerable attention and further bolstered the song's popularity.
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Special TechniqueThe vocals on "U Got the Look" were sped up, giving it a distinct and high-pitched quality.
- This was a technique Prince frequently used on his songs to alter his voice and create a unique sound, often referring to this altered voice as 'Camille', his alter ego.
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Lyrics and Themes"U Got the Look" is noted for its sexually charged lyrics and themes of desire, reflecting Prince's reputation for pushing boundaries in his music.
- The song embodies a playful, flirtatious conversation between Prince and Easton, with the lyrics often showcasing double entendre.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by several artists over the years, demonstrating its lasting influence.
- Notable covers include the version by American pop artist Gary Private and by Finnish symphonic metal band Apocalyptica.
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Released Date"U Got the Look" is a single by Prince, released on July 14, 1987.
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Popularity StatusIt achieved considerable success particularly in the United States, where it reached #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, contributing to the commercial success of its parent album, “Sign O’ The Times”.
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CollaborationThe song features a duet with Scottish singer Sheena Easton, which was unusual for Prince as it was one of his few collaborations with other singers.
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Stylistic ElementsThe song is marked by its use of dynamic drum programming, synthesizers, and heavy guitar riffs.
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Music Video CreationThe music video for "U Got the Look" was filmed in Paris, France, and was directed by American film director and cinematographer, David Hogan.
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Chart PerformanceIn addition to the U.S., the song also achieved success in several other countries, peaking at #11 in the UK, #8 in the Netherlands, and #3 in New Zealand.
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Grammy Nomination"U Got the Look" was nominated for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals at the 30th Grammy Awards in 1988.
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Album SuccessUpon its release, "U Got the Look" immensely boosted the sales of its parent album 'Sign O' the Times', which was considered by many as Prince's most ambitious and critically acclaimed album.
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Songwriting ProwessThis song emphasizes Prince's songwriting versatility - being able to successfully write and produce a song that is eclectic, combining aspects of funk, pop, rock, and new wave.
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Unique FactorOne interesting facet of the song is its distorted, funhouse mirror-like quality, made by slowing the track down for recording, then speeding it up again for playback.
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Lasting Impact"U Got the Look" continues to receive airplay, being a staple in Prince's catalog and has widely been covered by various artists.
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