Steppin' Out

Kool & the Gang

About Steppin' Out

"Steppin' Out" was a hit song for Kool & the Gang. It reached #89 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #12 on the R&B chart. The song was re-released in 2004, featuring Beverley Knight, for the remix album The Hits: Reloaded.


Year:
1981
4:51
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Ooh...yeah...
Ooh...ho...oh...

[Steppin' out] Ooh...ooh...ooh...
[Steppin' out] Ooh, yeah [With my baby] Darling
[Steppin' out]

You work hard the way I do
Comfort me when I am blue
All these things you do for me
That's why we're steppin' out tonight, yeah

[Steppin' out] Just you and me, baby
[Steppin' out] We're steppin' out
[Steppin' out] Come on [With my baby] Baby
[Steppin' out]

I adore the things you do
You make me feel special
Tonight there's just me and you
And we're steppin' out tonight, yeah

[Steppin' out] Just me and you, baby
[Steppin' out with my baby]
[Steppin' out] We will paint the town tonight
[Steppin' out with my baby]
[Steppin' out] Love will make us feel alright

Everyday you find a way
To bring a smile to my face
All these things you do for me
That's why we're movin' on, steppin' out

[Steppin' out] Just you and me
[Steppin' out]

Ooh...yeah
Ooh...ho...oh...
Ooh...hoo...
Oh, yeah, darling

[Steppin' out] Just you and me
[Steppin' out] We're steppin' out
[Steppin' out] Come on [With my baby] Baby
[Steppin' out]

I like the way you move
You dance so smooth
Tonight there's just me and you
That's why we're steppin' out tonight, yeah

[Steppin' out] Just you and me, baby
[Steppin' out with my baby]
[Steppin' out] We will paint the town tonight
[Stepping out with my baby]
[Steppin' out] Love will make us feel alright

This is the least I can do
Anything just to please you
Tonight there's just me and you
And we're gonna move on steppin' out

[Steppin' out] Just you and me, baby
[Steppin' out] We're steppin' out
[Steppin' out] Come on [With my baby] Baby
[Steppin' out] We're gonna paint the town
Love will make us feel alright
[Steppin' out] This is your night
[Steppin' out] Come on [With my baby] Baby
[Steppin' out] Ooh...yeah...

Ooh...ho...oh...

[Steppin' out] Ooh...ooh...ooh...
[Steppin' out] Ooh, yeah [With my baby] Darling
[Steppin' out] We're gonna paint the town
Love will make us feel alright

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Kool & the Gang

Kool & the Gang is an American jazz, R&B, soul, and funk group, originally formed in 1964 as the Jazziacs based in Jersey City, New Jersey. more »

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Written by: Charles Jay Smith, Eumir Deodato de Almeida, George Melvin Brown, James Warren Taylor, Robert Earl Bell, Robert Spike Mickens, Ronald Nathan Bell

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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11 facts about this song

Song Release
"Steppin' Out" was released in 1981 as a part of the album "Something Special" by Kool & the Gang.
Performer Information
Kool & the Gang was a popular American band known for their blends of jazz, soul, and funk music.
Chart Performance
"Steppin' Out" made a big impact chart-wise, reaching the Top 10 of the Billboard R&B chart and the Top 100 of the Billboard pop chart.
Live Performances
The song "Steppin' Out" is one of the band's most performed live songs. It has been a part of many of their concerts and live tours.
Instrumental Composition
The song is known for its infectious funk rhythm, catchy horn arrangements, and the distinguishable vocal delivery of the band's lead vocalist, James "JT" Taylor.
The Lyrics
The lyrics of "Steppin' Out" are quite celebratory, reflecting a sense of freedom, enjoyment, and stepping out to have fun, which aligns with the overall upbeat musical vibe.
Impact on Popular Culture
"Steppin' Out" has also been used in some pop culture media – films, commercials, and TV shows due to its catchy and energetic vibe.
Commercial Success
The album "Something Special," which included "Steppin' Out," was certified Platinum by the RIAA (Recording Industry Association of America), demonstrating the song's contribution to the album's commercial success.
Cover Versions
Although not as covered as some other Kool & the Gang hits, "Steppin' Out" does have a few cover versions performed by other artists, showcasing its influence across different music genres.
Musical Style
The song is a good representation of the band's signature sound - a fusion of jazz, R&B, soul, and disco, with intricately layered music that can keep listeners dancing.
Legacy
"Steppin' Out" continues to be a popular classic from the Kool & the Gang catalog and is regularly played on retro music stations. It's also a towering hit in their repertoire and continues to be celebrated in 80's-themed parties and events.

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