Listen People
Herman's Hermits
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Listen people to what I say I say everybody's got to have their day And don't you know that Everybody's got to love somebody sometime Everybody's got to win a heart Everybody's got to love somebody sometime When you do, I hope you never part I once found love, found love just like you But then he came, he might come to you And don't you know that Everybody's got to lose somebody sometime But everybody can part Everybody's got to lose somebody sometime So take care that you don't lose your heart Take my advice and you'll always find You'll be happy all of the time Take my advice and you will see You'll be happy as you can be Listen people to what I say I say everybody's got to have their day And don't you know that Everybody's got to love somebody sometime Everybody's got to win a heart Everybody's got to love somebody sometime When you do, I hope you never part You never part Listen people Listen people
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Written by: ERNESTINE MADISON, FRANK WILSON, FRANK EDWARD WILSON
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11 facts about this song
Song History"Listen People" was released in 1966 by Hermits Hermits as a part of their 'Both Sides Of Herman’s Hermits' album.
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Chart PerformanceThe song became quite successful, reaching Number 3 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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Movie AppearanceThe song was also prominently featured in the 1966 MGM film, "When the Boys Meet the Girls", where the band made a guest appearance.
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SongwriterThe song was written by prolific songwriter Graham Gouldman, who wrote several hits for other 1960s British pop bands.
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PopularityDespite not charting in the band's native UK, Listen People became one of Herman's Hermits' biggest hits in America.
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Lyrics MessageThe lyrics convey a message of peace and unity, which resonated with the generation of the time.
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StyleThe song stands out for its folk-pop influences, which distinguished it from the pure pop sound of most of Herman's Hermits' early hits.
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Cover VersionsSeveral bands and artists have covered this song since its release, including The Monkees.
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Backing VocalsThe distinctive backing vocals on the track were performed by the Jordanaires, a vocal quartet known for their work with Elvis Presley.
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Hermits Hermits DisbandmentThe band Hermits Hermits disbanded in 1971, five years after the release of "Listen People," but its legacy including this popular song continues to be played on classic rock radio stations today.
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UpbeatDespite its somewhat fuzzy recording, "Listen People" remains an upbeat and positive song that shows off the band's versatile musical stylings.
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