Give It Up or Turnit a Loose
James Brown
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Baby give it up or turn it a loose Uh ha baby gives it up or turn it a loose Starting over again Baby, give it up or turn it a loose Oh ha baby, give it up or turn it loose Oooooh all right Baby, give it up, oh turn it a loose oh Oh o o all night long, uh All right, hey, hey, hey, hey All night long, ain't no use oh o Oh oo baby give it up ha Lord have mercy, hey, hey, hey, hey All night long, ain't no use oh o Oh oo baby give it up ha Lord have mercy, hey, hey, hey, hey Uh ha oh oh e wow Baby need you so Uh turn it a loose Hey, hey, hey, hey Oh, oh, oh, hold you tight 'Cause I need you so With all my might I've got to squeeze you Hold you tight because I love you so Oh oh oh baby oh
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Written by: CHARLES BOBBITT, CHARLES FRED BOBBITT
Lyrics © CARLIN AMERICA INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Release Background"Give It Up or Turnit a Loose" was released in 1969 by King Records, a renowned American label that spanned genres such as country, R&B, blues, soul, and funk.
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Chart PerformanceThe song peaked at number one on the Billboard R&B chart, attesting to its popularity among listeners at the time.
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Musical StyleRenowned for its distinctive up-tempo funk beat, "Give It Up or Turnit a Loose" is a testament to James Brown's status as the "Godfather of Soul".
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Songwriting CreditsThe song was written by Charles Bobbit, who was a member of James Brown's entourage and his personal manager.
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Cover Versions"Give It Up or Turnit a Loose" has been covered by various artists, reflecting its broader influence on the music industry. Notably, the J.B.'s, Brown's backing band, released an instrumental version of the song.
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Remix SuccessA remixed version of "Give It Up or Turnit a Loose" was released in 1970 on the album "Sex Machine". The remix proved successful, reaching number 15 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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Concert StapleThe song quickly became a staple in Brown's concert setlists, reinforcing its status as a fan favorite.
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Cultural ImpactThe song’s unmistakable beat and funky vibe have led to its use in several movies and television shows thereby signifying its lasting cultural impact.
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Distinctive PhraseThe phrase "Give It Up or Turnit a Loose" was trademark of James Brown and was subsequently used in a number of his other songs.
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Remarkable Lyrical ValueThe lyrics of "Give It Up or Turnit a Loose", urging listeners to relax and dance, were deemed remarkable for a time when societal and political tensions loomed large in the United States.
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