Good Times
Sam Cooke
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All night long All night long Yeah, come on and let the good times roll We're gonna stay here till we soothe our souls If it take all night long One more time, come on and let the good times roll We're gonna stay here till we soothe our souls If it take all night long Gotta tell you, evenin' sun is sinkin' low The clock on the wall say it's time to go I got my plans, I don't know about you I'll tell you exactly what I'm gonna do Get in the groove and let the good times roll I'm gonna stay here till I soothe my soul If it take all night long Yeah, everybody let the good times roll We're gonna stay here till we soothe our souls If it take all night long, yeah It might be one o'clock and it might be three Time don't mean that much to me I haven't felt this good since I don't know when And I might not feel this good again So come on and let the good times roll We're gonna stay here till we soothe our souls If it take all night long And all night (all night) and all night (all night) And all night (all night) and all night long (all night) Somebody said it might (all night) take all night long And all night (all night) and all night (all night), so Come on and let the good times roll We're gonna stay here till we soothe our souls If it take all night long
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10 facts about this song
Release Information"Good Times" was released as a single by American soul singer Sam Cooke in 1964 from the album, "Ain't That Good News".
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Chart SuccessDespite its somewhat melancholic lyrics, the song was a big hit, reaching No. 11 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No. 1 on the Cashbox R&B chart.
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Signature Sound"Good Times" showcases Cooke's silky, melodic voice complemented by a catchy rhythm and blues arrangement, characteristics that helped establish him as one of the pioneers of soul music.
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Music CompositionUnlike many songs from that era, "Good Times" has a more modern sound with a staccato bass line, overlaid with horns and strings that were typically used in the '60s music.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by many artists across various genres, including Rolling Stones and Aretha Franklin, attesting to its enduring appeal.
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Posthumous PopularitySadly, Sam Cooke was shot dead in December, 1964, the same year "Good Times" was released but the song continues to be played at parties and social gatherings, cementing its status as an evergreen hit, and contributing significantly to Cooke's posthumous recognition.
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Cultural Impact"Good Times" has also featured in numerous films and TV shows including the 1978 film "Animal House" and the popular TV show "Mad Men", further entrenching its cultural significance.
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Positive MessageDespite its name and upbeat tempo, "Good Times" actually talks about struggles and heartaches, but with a positive perspective suggesting to enjoy the good times when they come.
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The AlbumThe album "Ain't That Good News" that featured "Good Times" was Cooke's last studio album to be released during his lifetime. It is often hailed as Cooke’s best studio album, blending both pop and soul music.
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Influence on Other MusiciansThe song 'Good Times' significantly influenced later works of other musicians. An example is the 1979 disco hit "Good Times" by Chic, which borrows the title and the concept of the song.
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