Elevate My Mind
Stereo MC's
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I want to go higher (x3) I want to go higher (higher baby) (x2) If I ever get down in the dumps Short of a dollar nothin change for months It seems to rain about every day And all the news seems kinda grey Its no illusion call it reality So I release more charge from my battery We can rise death defy gravity Bring about a sense of personality So as I walk I look around See some go up , some go down There goes the mayor his nose is brown Guess how he get to wear his crown But his hands are shaking the walls are breakin And one day they will all fall down Sometimes its better that way Makin space for a some day We're on the ground floor got lots to learn Slip to the basement and you burn First floor and you start to fall Out the bed clothes answer the door On the second I comprehend Positive waves are what I send Third floor and you start to flow Tell me now where d'ya want to go (higher baby) I want to go higher (higher baby) Were'd you want to go? I want to go higher (higher baby) I want to go higher (higher baby) So tell me baby kinda shakey We ain't been too friendly lately Things sometimes turn out that way And that is all that you got to say Well that's ok cause time can soothe Like a dentist pulls out a tooth As each new day will bring a new face how can I make my rhyme go someplace First of all she ask for more I said sure I don't mind at all The waters deep but I'm walking tall It don't matter if you're rich or poor ain't here to score just raise the floor Maximum vibes what I'm aiming for I do my war dance back to the wall Just returning my native call And that's the way we're getting by ya Always keeping you on the wire Takin you higher - call me a liar But you won't cause you're feeling inspired Work we're going to , jerk you're all through there's no way you'll stop my break through Two ways to do it , get in or get out Elevate yourself don't hang about So wherever lies you're latitude Wherever you are we're gaining altitude In all directions starting to climb So come on girl - elevate my mind I want to go higher (elevate my mind) I want to go higher (higher baby) (Let it reach ya) I want to go higher (higher baby) (Elevate my mind) I want to go higher (higher baby) I want to go higher (x3)
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Written by: ROBERT BIRCH, NICHOLAS EDWARD JAMES HALLAM
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
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12 facts about this song
Genre Origins"Elevate My Mind" by Stereo MC's serves as an essential part of the United Kingdom's hip hop and electronic music scene.
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Historical SignificanceReleased in 1990, it's considered one of the earliest examples of British hip hop crossing over into mainstream popularity.
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Billboard HitThe single reached the number one spot on the Billboard Hot Dance Music/Club Play chart in U.S, making it their first entry in the American music charts.
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Popular Chart RankingsAside from its success in the U.S., "Elevate My Mind" also made it to number 36 on the UK Singles Chart, showcasing its global appeal.
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Album AffiliationsThe song was released as part of their album "Supernatural" which marked a significant step in their career as it was their second studio album.
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Record LabelThe song was released under the prestigious record label, Island Records, renowned for promoting artists like Bob Marley and U2.
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CollaborationThe lyrics were written by the Stereo MC's members Rob Birch and Nick Hallam, who are widely respected for their contribution to the British hip hop scene.
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Musical FusionThe song is noted for its fusion of electronic music with hip hop, showcasing the innovative approach to music by Stereo MC's.
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Song Sampling"Elevate My Mind" samples a funk song by Pointer Sisters titled "Chainey Do", highlighting the group's creative amalgamation of various genres.
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Cultural InfluenceIts lyrics promoting the elevation of mind and thought resonated widely, marking it as a song promoting positive mental awareness.
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Live PerformancesThe success of the song led to Stereo MC's being the support act for Happy Mondays, U2, and Jane's Addiction tours, gaining them wider recognition and acclaim.
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RecognitionIn 1991, the song was nominated for a Grammy in the category of Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group, making Stereo MC's the first British artists to be nominated for a Grammy in a rap category.
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