Raise Your Hand
Eddie Floyd
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If there's something you need That you just don't have Well just don't sit there Feeling badCome on now get up Try and understand Just raise you hand Baby here I am You know I'm standing in line I wanna give you my love Please let me try Come on now get up Try and understand Just raise your hand
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Written by: ALVERTIS ISBELL, EDDIE FLOYD, STEVE CROPPER
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
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13 facts about this song
Artist Background"Raise Your Hand" is a song that has been performed by various artists including Bruce Springsteen, Eddie Floyd, and Janis Joplin.
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Original VersionThe original version of the song was performed by Eddie Floyd in 1967. It was among his hit singles for Stax Records.
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Co-writersThe song was co-written by Eddie Floyd along with Steve Cropper and Alvertis Isbell.
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Bruce Springsteen's VersionBruce Springsteen included "Raise Your Hand" in his set lists during his live performances in the ‘70s and ‘80s. It regularly featured during the encores of his concerts.
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Bruce Springsteen's Live PerformanceA memorable live performance of "Raise Your Hand" by Bruce Springsteen was at a concert in Houston in 1978. This performance was later included in the concert video released by Springsteen, titled 'The Ties That Bind: The River Collection'.
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Janis Joplin's CoverJanis Joplin, another renowned artist, also performed a cover of "Raise Your Hand." Her version of the song was included in her ‘Janis Joplin's Greatest Hits’ album, released posthumously in 1973.
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Joplin's Monterey PerformancesJoplin performed the song during her celebrated concerts at the Monterey Pop Festival in 1967 and the Woodstock Festival in 1969.
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TV PerformanceJanis Joplin also performed "Raise Your Hand" on the popular TV Show, ‘The Ed Sullivan Show’.
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Cover VersionsIn addition to Springsteen, Floyd, and Joplin, "Raise Your Hand" has been covered by many other artists including Lyn Collins, Clarence Clemons, and Reese Wynans.
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Pop Culture ReferencesThe song also appears in some significant moments in pop culture. For instance, it is featured in the closing credits of Sam Mendes' 2009 movie ‘Away We Go’.
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RecognitionDespite being from 1967, the song has maintained its popularity on classic hits and oldies radio stations. It's considered an anthem-like song encouraging audience participation at concerts.
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Song Genre"Raise Your Hand" has an upbeat, soulful rhythm that is typical of the Southern Soul music genre in the late 60s. It blends elements of gospel, R&B, and blues music.
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Song ThemesThe song is an exuberant plea to a lover, asking for signs of affection. Its lyrics are simple yet meaningful, resonating with listeners across generations.
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