Straight Up
Paula Abdul
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Lost in a dream Don't know which way to go If you are all that you seem Then baby I'm moving way too slow I've been a fool before Wouldn't like to get my love caught In the slammin' door How about some information, please [Chorus:] Straight up now tell me Do you really want to love me forever oh oh oh Or am I caught in a hit and run Straight up now tell me Is it gonna be you and me together oh oh oh Are you just having fun Time's standing still Waiting for some small clue I keep getting chills When I think your love is true I've been a fool before Wouldn't like to get my love caught In the slammin' door How about some information--please [Chorus] You are so hard to read You play hide and seek With your true intentions If you're only playing games I'll just have to say, bye bye bye bye bye bye bye bye bye Do do you love me Do do you love me Do do you love me Do do you love me I've been a fool before Wouldn't like to get my love caught In the slammin' door Are you more than hot for me Or am I a page in your history-book I don't mean to make demands But the word and the deed go hand in hand How about some information, please [Chorus] I've been a fool before Wouldn't like to get my love caught In the slammin' door Are you more than hot for me Or am I a page in your history, book I don't mean to make demands But the word and the deed go hand in hand How about some information, please [Chorus]
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12 facts about this song
Song Composition"Straight Up" is an American pop and dance-pop song composed by Elliot Wolff and performed by Paula Abdul.
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ReleaseIt was released as the third single from her debut album "Forever Your Girl," on November 22, 1988.
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Billboard AchievementThe song peaked at No.1 on the Billboard Hot 100, marking Paula Abdul's first chart-topper on the Billboard Hot 100 and helped to establish her as an upcoming pop star.
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Grammy Awards"Straight Up" bagged a Grammy nomination for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance in 1990. However, Paula lost to Bonnie Raitt for her song, "Nick of Time".
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Music VideoThe song's music video was directed by David Fincher and featured Arsenio Hall. It's considered as one of the best music videos of the late 80s.
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Dance-orientedAbdul, known for her dance background, used "Straight Up" to showcase her dancing skills. The choreography in the music video was praised for its creativity and execution.
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Multi-PlatinumThe single went on to earn a multi-platinum certification from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), signifying over a million copies sold.
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Worldwide SuccessBesides its domestic success, "Straight Up" also reached the No.1 spot in Canada, No.2 in the UK and was a top 10 hit in several other countries.
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LongevityDecades after its release, "Straight Up" remains one of Paula Abdul's most identifiable songs and continues to receive airplay.
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Covers and RenditionsThe song has been covered by various artists, including singer Tiffany in 2019 on her "Pieces of Me" tour, testifying to its enduring popularity.
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Use in Pop CultureThe song has been used in several films and television series, such as "Love, Simon", "The Office", and "Glee", indicating its lasting relevance in popular culture.
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Social MessageAccording to some interpretations, "Straight Up" actually carries a social message. It touches on the need for honesty in relationships, with lyrics asking for straight answers to direct questions.
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