It's Ecstasy When You Lay Down Next to Me
Barry White
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When we met, it wasn't quite clear to me What you had in store was there for only me Silly, you know you took me by surprise Then I turned and looked, I saw that message in your eye There you were, I fell on the floor The way you move, girl, only made me want you more I did not know you had me hypnotized There's a movement of your body dancin' in my eyes I know I had to hold you and make you mine Don't want to control you just to have a good time In ecstasy when you're layin' down next to me Oh, no, no, ecstasy, yeah, when you're layin' down next to me I find it hard for me to concentrate If I don't make my move, girl, it might be too late I've got to make sure you don't get away After all you done, girl, to make me want to stay All my life I've been searchin' for a star Now my search is over and here we are Livin' in ecstasy, yeah, when you lay down next to me, yeah Here in ecstasy, when you're layin' down next to me I want to hold you and make you mine Don't want to control you just to have a good time Livin' in ecstasy, well, when you're layin' down next to me Ooh! ooh! wee, ecstasy, when you're layin' here with me, uh-huh In this ecstasy when you are here with me, yeah Oh, it's ecstasy, Lord knows when you're next to me, yeah
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Written by: Ekundayo Paris, Nelson R. Pigford
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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13 facts about this song
Artist's Background"It's Ecstasy When You Lay Down Next to Me" is a hit song by the renowned American singer Barry White, popularly known for his deep, distinctive, bass-baritone voice.
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Release DetailsThe song was released in July 1977 by the record label 20th Century Records.
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Album AssociationThe song is part of Barry White's album titled "Barry White Sings for Someone You Love," which is his seventh studio album.
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Chart Performance"It's Ecstasy When You Lay Down Next to Me" had an impressive chart performance, reaching No. 1 on the US Billboard R&B chart and No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100.
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Grammy NominationThe song was nominated for the Grammy in the category of Best R&B Vocal Performance, Male in 1978.
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Song DurationThe song has a playtime of 6 minutes and 58 seconds which is comparatively longer than the average length of typical songs during its time.
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Song CompositionThe song's smooth disco rhythm, rich orchestration, coupled with Barry White’s seductive and deep voice, unleashes a sensual musical experience.
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Co-writersIt was co-written by Ekundayo Paris and Nelson Pigford.
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Chart Success in the UKOutside the USA, the song also had significant chart success in the UK, peaking at No. 20 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Cover VersionIt was covered by American R&B singer Mary J. Blige for her 2007 album "Growing Pains."
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Sample UsageOver years, the song has been sampled in numerous tracks by various artists, notably in "Rock the Boat" by Aaliyah and "Addictive" by Truth Hurts.
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Longer Studio VersionThere is also a longer studio version of the song that lasts up to 9 minutes and 23 seconds.
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Disco Era Significance"It's Ecstasy When You Lay Down Next to Me" enjoys longevity in the Disco era's music scene, being a staple on various classic disco and funk radio stations and playlists.
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