Celebration

Kool & the Gang

About Celebration

"Celebration" is a song released in 1980 by Kool & the Gang from their album Celebrate!. It was the band's first single to reach number one on the US Billboard Hot 100.


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2003
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Yahoo! This is your celebration
Yahoo! This is your celebration

Celebrate good times, come on! (Let's celebrate)
Celebrate good times, come on! (Let's celebrate)

There's a party goin' on right here
A celebration to last throughout the years
So bring your good times, and your laughter too
We gonna celebrate your party with you

Come on now

Celebration
Let's all celebrate and have a good time
Celebration
We gonna celebrate and have a good time

It's time to come together
It's up to you, what's your pleasure

Everyone around the world
Come on!

Yahoo! It's a celebration
Yahoo!

Celebrate good times, come on!
It's a celebration
Celebrate good times, come on!
Let's celebrate

We're gonna have a good time tonight
Let's celebrate, it's all right
We're gonna have a good time tonight
Let's celebrate, it's all right

Baby

We're gonna have a good time tonight (Celebration)
Let's celebrate, it's all right
We're gonna have a good time tonight (Celebration)
Let's celebrate, it's all right

Yahoo!
Yahoo!

Celebrate good times, come on! (Let's celebrate)
Celebrate good times, come on!
It's a celebration!
Celebrate good times, come on! (Let's celebrate)

Come on and celebrate, good times, tonight (Celebrate good times, come on!)
'Cause everything's gonna be all right
Let's celebrate (Celebrate good times, come on)
(Let's celebrate)

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Kool & the Gang

Kool & the Gang is an American jazz, R&B, soul, and funk group, originally formed in 1964 as the Jazziacs based in Jersey City, New Jersey. more »

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Written by: Eumir Deodato, Robert Bell, Dennis Thomas, Earl Toon, Robert Mickens, James Taylor, George Brown, Claydes Smith, Ronald D. Bell

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11 facts about this song

Origin
"Celebration" is a song by American band Kool & the Gang from their album "Celebrate!" which was released in 1980.
Chart Success
The song reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States, a position it held for two weeks. This was Kool & the Gang's only US #1 hit.
Pop Culture Presence
"Celebration" is often played at joyous events such as weddings, parties, and sports victory celebrations due to its positive, upbeat nature.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by numerous artists, including Kylie Minogue and Laura Pausini.
Song Writing
The song was written by Kool & the Gang members Robert Earl "Kool" Bell, Ronald Khalis Bell, George Melvin Brown, Eumir Deodato, Robert Spike Mickens, Charles Jay Smith, Dennis Thomas, and Rick Westfield.
Grammy Nomination
The song was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals in 1981.
Message
According to the band, the song is meant to be an "anthem of positivity and unity", symbolizing a global call to come together in the name of love and harmony.
Signature Song
"Celebration" is arguably the signature song of Kool & the Gang, often the most recognized among their many hits.
Music Video
The music video for "Celebration" conveys a party atmosphere, aligning with the energy and joy that the song itself expresses.
Popularity Over Time
The song has maintained its popularity over the years as it continues to be used in a wide range of celebratory contexts and media, including commercials, films, and television series.
Musical Style
"Celebration" showcases the band's blend of funk, pop, and soul. Its infectious rhythm, jubilant horns, and uplifting chorus make it a classic in these genres.

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