Movin'
Brass Construction
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Got myself together, yeaheah Gonna get higher Oooh And I'm movin' on Got myself together, yeaheah Gonna get higher Oooh!¡ And I'm movin' on Got myself together, yeaheah Oooh!¡ And I'm movin' on Don't stop, keep on, don't stop, keep on Don't stop, keep on, don't stop, keep on Oooh, oooh, oooh Don't stop, keep on, don't stop, keep on Don't stop
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Written by: BILLY JOEL
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Release Date"Movin'" by Brass Construction was first released back in 1975. It's a quirky fusion of funk and soul that defined the band's unique style and music.
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Chart SuccessThe song achieved significant commercial success. It reached number 14 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and ranked number 1 on the Hot Soul Singles chart, standing there for a solid week.
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Genre"Movin’" is a classic disco, funk and soul track. It includes a lively blend of syncopation, rhythmic guitar strumming and powerful horn sections which were key elements of these genres in the 70s.
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Album"Movin’" is the lead track on Brass Construction’s self-titled debut album ‘Brass Construction’. The album itself peaked at #10 on Billboard’s Pop Albums chart in 1976.
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BandBrass Construction was a funk/disco/soul band hailing from Bedford-Stuyvesant, New York. The group consisted of numerous instrumentalists and vocalists, which gave them a unique, layered sound.
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InfluenceThe song's rhythmic groove and energetic instrumentals made it a mainstay on disco and soul dance floors. It also became an ongoing influence for runway music in the fashion industry.
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SamplingAs a testament to its iconic sound, "Movin'" has been sampled by several other artists over the years in hip-hop and house music. It has also been remixed many times for club play.
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Critic's ReviewCritics praised "Movin'" for its complex layering of sounds, innovative use of horns, and rhythmic energy. The song is still celebrated for its ability to capture the vibrant essence of the disco and funk era.
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LengthThe original "Movin'" is over eight minutes long, a common feature of many disco songs from that era designed for extended dance sessions.
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LyricsThe lyrics of the song act as a call to action, encouraging listeners to get up and move, capturing the energetic spirit of the disco era.
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