Happiness
The Pointer Sisters
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I love the way you love to live You love life you're an inspiration I love the way that you give Your heart's so freely You're a sweet sensation You're my invitation to Happiness You're full of sweet surprises as happiness You fill my heart desire More, more, more and more And over and over again Keep that goodness coming I love the way you watch the world Through kind eyes That's why you're never sad, sad Things don't bother you like dos, don'ts and whys You hold on to the good and you let the bad go on by, alright Happiness I want your love forever Happiness Give me your love forever More, Gotta give me some more More, more I need some more and more more, give me some more And over And over And over again Keep that goodness coming Yeah, keep it coming I love the way you love to live You love life you're an inspiration I love the way that you give Your heart's so freely You're a sweet sensation You're my invitation to Happiness Give me your love forever Happiness Say you'll leave me never More, Gotta give me some more More, more I need some more And more (oh no) And over And over And over again Keep that goodness coming just Keep it coming, yeah yeah come on, keep coming ooh yeah Keep it keep it keep it coming you're inspiration Coming Oh Happiness Keep it coming, ooh keep coming (I need happiness) Keep it, keep it, keep it coming Mmm, Oh yeah, coming Oh, I said happiness Keep it coming Yeah happiness Keep coming (yeah, come on) Ooh, we keep it, keep it coming Gotta have your happiness (oh yeah) Coming Keep it coming (oh, keep it coming) Keep coming Keep it, keep it, keep it coming Oh yeah, coming
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Written by: ALLEN TOUSSAINT
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Release Details"Happiness" is a song performed by Allen Toussaint and The Pointer Sisters. It was originally released in 1977 as part of the album "Energy."
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Performance ClassificationThe song involves a stellar performance by The Pointer Sisters, a Grammy-winning American R&B vocal group, and Toussaint, an iconic songwriter, producer, and pianist from New Orleans.
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Songwriter CreditAllen Toussaint, known for his contribution to the New Orleans R&B scene, is credited as a songwriter for the track. His songwriting skills have been widely appreciated and have led to collaborations with numerous artists.
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Genre“Happiness” follows a rhythm and blues genre, a music type that both Toussaint and The Pointer Sisters specialized in. This genre provided a soulful and emotional base to the song.
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Album SuccessThe song forms part of the successful album “Energy,” which marked a new musical direction for The Pointer Sisters. It became their first album to reach the Top 10 of Billboard Pop albums chart.
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The Pointer Sisters RecognitionKnown for their ability to embrace various genres, The Pointer Sisters have received multiple Grammy awards and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Their contribution to "Happiness" further showcased their vocal versatility.
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InfluenceAllen Toussaint’s style and influence are highly reflected in the song with elements of New Orleans R&B. He has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame, and the Blues Hall of Fame.
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Critical ReceptionLike many of Toussaint’s works, "Happiness" provides an upliftment and feel-good vibe that has been appreciated by listeners and critics alike.
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Allen Toussaint's LegacyAllen Toussaint’s contribution to "Happiness" was a part of his long and extensive career in music before he passed away in 2015. His legacy includes collaborations with iconic artists like Paul McCartney and Elvis Costello.
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Music PioneersBoth Allen Toussaint and The Pointer Sisters are considered pioneers in their fields, with "Happiness" serving as an excellent representation of their creativity and influence in music history.
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