Sweet Thing
Tony Maiden, Rufus, Chaka Khan
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I will love you anyway Even if you cannot stay I think you are the one for me Here is where you ought to be I just want to satisfy you Though you're not mine I can't deny you Don't you hear me talking baby? Love me now or I'll go crazy Oh sweet thing Don't you know you're my everything? Oh sweet thing Don't you know you're my everything? Yes, you are I wish you were my lover But you act so undercover To love you child my whole life long Be it right, or be it wrong I'm only what you make me, baby Don't walk away, don't be so shady Don't want your mind, don't want your money These words I say, they may sound funny, but Oh sweet thing Don't you know you're my everything? Oh sweet thing Don't you know you're my everything? Yes, you are, yes you are You are my heat You are my fire You make me weak with strong desire To love you child my whole life long Be it right, or be it wrong I just want to satisfy you Though you're not mine I can't deny you Don't you hear me talking baby Love me now or I'll go crazy You're the heat, you are the fire You're not mine, I can't deny ya Don't you hear me talking, baby? Love me now, or I'll go crazy You're the heat, you are the fire You're not mine, I can't deny ya Don't you hear me talking, baby? Love me now, or I'll go crazy You're the heat, you are the fire You're not mine, I can't deny ya Don't you hear me talking, baby? Love me now, or I'll go crazy You're the heat, you are the fire You're not mine, I can't deny ya Don't you hear me talking, baby? Love me now
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Written by: Chaka Khan, Tony Maiden
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11 facts about this song
Album Fact"Sweet Thing" is a song by American band Rufus with vocals by American RnB, pop, funk, and jazz singer Chaka Khan. The song is included in the band's fourth album "Rufus featuring Chaka Khan" released in 1975.
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Chart FactThe song "Sweet Thing", sometimes also referred to as "Sweet Thing (reprise)" enjoyed impressive commercial success resulting in it reaching No. 1 on the Billboard R&B Singles chart in 1976, becoming one of Rufus and Chaka Khan's signature tunes.
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Songwriting Fact"Sweet Thing" was written by Chaka Khan and Tony Maiden. The song is often praised for its emotional intensity and romantic lyrics.
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Covers Fact"Sweet Thing" has been covered by several artists. Notably, American singer Mary J. Blige covered "Sweet Thing" for her debut studio album, "What's the 411?" in 1992.
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Performance FactThe song's success is often attributed to Khan's strong, passionate vocal performance, blending elements of soul, jazz, and funk.
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Music Video FactThe music video for "Sweet Thing" showcases the distinctive styles and performances that made Rufus and Chaka Khan prominent figures in the 1970s music scene.
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Legacy Fact"Sweet Thing" serves as a testament to Chaka Khan's lasting impact on the music industry. It has been sampled in numerous songs, further highlighting its enduring influence.
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Award FactDespite its commercial success and enduring cultural impact, "Sweet Thing" did not receive any notable award nominations or wins. However, it contributed to the overall success of the album "Rufus featuring Chaka Khan", which was nominated for a Grammy award.
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Format FactAside from traditional vinyl and cassette tape releases, "Sweet Thing" has also been made available on various digital platforms for streaming, such as Spotify and Apple Music.
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Live Performance FactOver the years, "Sweet Thing" has been an enduring part of Chaka Khan's live performances. A live version of the song is included in her 2007 concert album "Chaka Khan Live."
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Cultural Impact FactThe song "Sweet Thing" is considered to be a classic in the RnB and Soul genre, defining the sound of the mid-70s and influencing future generations of artists.
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