Solid
Valerie Simpson, Ashford & Simpson, Nick Ashford
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And for love's sake, each mistake Ah, you forgave And soon both of us learned to trust Not run away, it was no time to play We build it up and build it up and build it up And now it's solid Solid as a rock That's what this love is That's what we've got, oh Solid, solid as a rock And nothing's changed it The thrill is still hot, hot, hot, hot, hot, hot, hot, hot Oh, you didn't turn away When the sky went gray Somehow we managed We had to stick together (oh, oh) You didn't bat an eye When I made you cry We knew down the line We would make it better (oh, oh) And for love's sake, each mistake Ah, you forgave And soon both of us learned to trust Not run away, it was no time to play We build it up and build it up and build it up And now it's solid Solid as a rock That's what this love is (oh, oh) That's what we've got (oh) Yes, it is Solid, solid as a rock And nothing's changed it The thrill is still hot, hot, hot, hot, hot, hot, hot, hot Oh, gone with the wind Another friend Got in between Tried to separate us (oh, oh) Oh, knock-knock on wood You understood Love was so new We did what we had to (ooh, ooh) And with that feeling We were willing to take a chance So against all odds, we made a start We got serious, this wouldn't turn to dust We build it up and build it up and build it up And now it's solid Solid as a rock That's what this love is, oh That's what we've got, oh Solid (yes, it is) Solid as a rock And nothing's changed it The thrill is still hot, hot, hot, hot, hot, hot, hot , hot Solid, solid as a rock (you know it, well, you know it, baby) Solid, solid as a rock (lovin' me, lovin' me, oh) Solid (don't leave me, baby) Solid as a rock (well, well, well, well) Solid, solid as a rock (every day it gets sweeter, now) Solid, solid as a rock (good, good, well, it's good, good, good) Solid
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Written by: NICKOLAS ASHFORD, VALERIE SIMPSON
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Tratore, Songtrust Ave
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11 facts about this song
Release Date"Solid" by Ashford & Simpson was officially released on November 12, 1984.
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Chart PerformanceThe song reached number 12 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number one on the Billboard R&B singles chart.
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Song Genre"Solid" can be classified as a blend of Soul, Funk, and R&B - a well-known characteristic of Ashford & Simpson's music.
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SongwritingBoth members of the duo, Nickolas Ashford and Valerie Simpson, wrote the song. This is a notable fact as they were known for their songwriting as much as their performances.
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Album Info"Solid" was the lead single from the duo's eleventh studio album, also titled "Solid."
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Music VideoThe music video for "Solid" was shot in various landmarks around New York City, including Central Park, displaying the duo's love for their home city.
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Popular LineA line from the song, "solid as a rock," has becOme an iconic phrase used widely beyond the scope of the song itself.
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International SuccessThe song achieved notable success in the UK, reaching number three on the UK Singles Chart.
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Music ProductionAshford & Simpson also produced the song themselves, illustrating their multi-Talented prowess.
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Personal ConnectionThe song, a declaration of two people standing together no matter what, was seen as reflective of Ashford and Simpson's own longstanding personal and professional relationship, as they had been married since 1974.
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Cover Versions"Solid" has been covered numerous times by various artists, underscoring its enduring popularity and influence. One such instance is the 2009 recorded cover version by the British band UB40.
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