You Are the Universe
The Brand New Heavies
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You're the future, and you've come for what is yours The hidden treasure, locked behind the hidden doors And the promise of a day that's shiny new Only a dreamer, could afford this point of view But you're a driver, not a passenger in life And if you're ready, you won't have to try 'cause You are the Universe And there ain't nothin' you can't do If you conceive it, you can achieve it That's why, I believe in you, yes I do You're a winner, so do what you came here for The secret weapon, isn't secret anymore You're a driver, never passenger in life And when you're ready, you won't have to try 'cause You are the Universe And there ain't nothin' you can't do If you conceive it, you can achieve it That's why, I believe in you, yes I do You are the Universe And there ain't nothin' you can't be If you conceive it, you can achieve it That's why, I believe in you, and I believe in me (Yes I do Believe in you I do) You're a driver, not a passenger in life And when you're ready, you won't have to try 'cause You are the Universe.
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Written by: ANDREW LEVY, SIEDAH GARRETT
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Band Formation"You Are The Universe" was performed by The Brand New Heavies, a British acid jazz and funk group formed in 1985.
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Album ReleaseThis song is part of the band's fourth studio album, "Shelter," which was released in 1997.
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Chart Success"You Are The Universe" remarkably reached No. 21 in the UK Singles Chart in June 1997.
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Vocalist ChangeThe song was performed by Siedah Garrett, who replaced N'Dea Davenport as the primary vocalist of the group, for the album "Shelter".
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Music VideoThe music video for "You Are the Universe" features the band performing in a cosmic, interstellar background to match the song's theme.
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GenreKeeping in line with the band’s roots, the song successfully integrates elements of R&B, funk, and acid jazz.
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Live Performances"You Are The Universe" is greatly popular in the band’s live performances, often highly-anticipated by fans.
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ThemeThe song’s lyrics carry a message of self-empowerment and individuality, suggesting that each person has the power to influence or change their own world.
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ReceptionThe song was critically acclaimed for its upbeat rhythm, catchy tune, and inspiring lyrics.
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ReunionThough Siedah Garrett performed this song, later N'Dea Davenport returned to the band and performed "You are the Universe" at their concerts.
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