Step Back in Time
Kylie Minogue
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I want to funk I want to f-f-you f-you-n-k [Repeat: x 2] I want to funk, I want to funk I want to f-f-you f-you-n-k Non stop dancing the bus stop To the funky music Hustle, pumpin the muscle Blame it on the boogie Remember the old days Remember the O'Jays Walkin' in rhythm, life was for livin' [Chorus] When you can't find the music To get down and boogie All you can do is step back in time Ball of confusion When nothing is new, and There's nothing doin', step back in time Keep on truckin' along Riding on a love train And then we can float on You'll never go wrong [Chorus] Step back in time Step back I want to step back, step back [Chorus until fade]
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Written by: MIKE STOCK, MATT AITKEN, PETER WATERMAN
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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12 facts about this song
Album Details"Step Back in Time" is a song by Kylie Minogue, from her third studio album, "Rhythm of Love," which was released in 1990.
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Song InspirationThe song was inspired by disco music from the 1970s, a genre that Minogue grew to appreciate during her teenage years.
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Song CreatorsThe song was written by Minogue, along with Mike Stock, Matt Aitken, and Pete Waterman, who were known as the "Stock Aitken Waterman" production trio.
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Chart PerformanceUpon release, "Step Back in Time" peaked at number four on the UK Singles Chart and reached top ten in multiple countries including Ireland, Norway, and Belgium.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song is noted for its vibrant styling and Minogue's platinum blonde short hair. It showcases a fun, party atmosphere and features a distinct 70s disco theme.
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Live performancesMinogue has included "Step Back in Time" in the setlist of multiple concert tours, including "On a Night Like This," "Kiss Me Once," and "Golden."
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Album theme"Step Back in Time" reflects the overall theme of "Rhythm of Love" album, where Minogue took a more mature direction compared to her earlier albums, exploring dance-pop, house music, and expanding to themes of sexual independence and freedom.
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Title InspirationThe title of the song later inspired Minogue’s greatest hits album released in 2019, also named “Step Back in Time".
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AwardsThe song received a nomination for an ARIA Music Award for 'Highest Selling Single.'
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2019 RemixThe song was reworked into a remix by Melbourne-based artist, Mousse T., and was included in Minogue's greatest hits compilation, “Step Back in Time: The Definitive Collection."
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Cover versionThe song was covered by British house music project, The Kinky Boyz, in 1997 and it reached top 20 in the UK Dance Chart.
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Critical ReceptionThe song has received largely positive reviews from music critics over the years, with many praising its catchy disco pop sound and reminiscing on its nostalgia.
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