Shoo-Be-Doo-Be-Doo-Da-Day
Stevie Wonder
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Your precious sweetheart, she's so faithful, she's so true, oh yeah Her dreams are tumblin', her world is crumblin' because of you, uhh uh One day you'll hurt her just once too much And when you finally lose your tender touch, hey, hey Shoo-be-doo-be-doo-be-doo-da-day Her feet may wander, her heart may stray, oh yeah Shoo-be-doo-be-doo-be-doo-da-dee You gonna send your baby straight to me I'm gonna give her all the lovin' within my heart, oh yeah I'm gonna patch up every single little dream you tore apart, understand me? And when she tells you she's cried her last tear Heaven knows I'm gonna be somewhere near, oh yeah Shoo-be-doo-be-doo-be-doo-da-day Her feet may wander, her heart may stray, baby Shoo-be-doo-be-doo-be-doo-da-dee Love's gon' send your baby straight to me, yeah, hum, yeah You'd better listen to me, yeah, yeah Heartaches are callin' tears are fallin' because of you, hey, yeah And when you're gone she'll know I'm the one to go to her rescue Baby you didn't know that thing You're gonna leave her once too many times and when you come back That girl's gonna be mine, all mine, hey, hey Shoo-be-doo-be-doo-be-doo-da-day Her feet may wander, her heart may stray, yeah, yeah Shoo-be-doo-be-doo-be-doo-da-dee Love's gon' send your baby straight to me, hey, hey
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Written by: Stevie Wonder, Henry Cosby, Sylvia Moy
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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13 facts about this song
Artists"Shoo-Be-Doo-Be-Doo-Da-Day" is a song that was performed by both Michael Jackson and Stevie Wonder, two giants in the music world.
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Original ArtistStevie Wonder originally recorded and released "Shoo-Be-Doo-Be-Doo-Da-Day" on April 30, 1968.
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Popularity of OriginalThis song was a hit for Stevie Wonder, reaching number 9 on the Billboard Pop Singles chart, and number 1 on the R&B chart in the U.S.
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SongwritersThe song was penned by Stevie Wonder himself, alongside Sylvia Moy and Henry Cosby.
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Michael Jackson's CoverMichael Jackson covered "Shoo-Be-Doo-Be-Doo-Da-Day" for his 1972 album "Ben."
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Michael Jackson's AgeAt the time of recording his version of "Shoo-Be-Doo-Be-Doo-Da-Day", Michael Jackson was only 14 years old.
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Background VocalsMichael's cover version included additional background vocals by his brothers, collectively known as The Jackson 5.
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GenreThe song is classified as a pop and soul song.
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Thematic MaterialThe song features an uplifting, youthful melody with a positive message. It captures the essence of the joyous and carefree nature of childhood.
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InfluenceBoth artists' performances of "Shoo-Be-Doo-Be-Doo-Da-Day" have gone on to influence a number of future musicians and remain staple songs within the Motown genre.
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Live PerformancesThe song was a regular part of the setlist for both artists' live performances.
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RecognitionThe track is well-regarded in both artists' discographies and is often cited as a classic example of Motown's unique sound.
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Cultural ImpactDue to its timeless appeal, the song continues to be covered by various artists and featured in media and popular culture even to this day.
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