Now That We Found Love

Third World

About Now That We Found Love

"Now That We Found Love" (also known as "Now That We've Found Love") is a song written by Kenneth Gamble and Leon Huff and originally recorded by The O'Jays for their album Ship Ahoy (1973). Cover versions have been an album track by Martha Reeves (1976), a reggae-disco hit by the reggae band Third World (1978) and a breakthrough hit for Heavy D & the Boyz (1991). The Third World version was released as a single in 1978 by Island Records and peaked at number 10 in the UK and #47 on the Billboard Hot 100. Heavy D's version of the song can be heard during the end of the movie Hitch, as well as at the end of the episode "Black Cadillac" (Season 1, Episode 4) from the TV series Ray Donovan. 


Year:
2005
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Now that we've found love
what are we gonna do with it? [2X]
[
Make naddy shoock, make naddy shoock,
make naddy shoock, make naddy shoock, make naddy shoock, shoock, shoock, shoock, all over the place. I say :
Come on baby, when the music's playing
I want to see you dance, dance, dance.
Come on baby, say when the music's playing
I want to see you dance, get up and dance.
Ooh yeah, ooh yeay.
Come on baby let me show what a, what a man can do.
I said music, wohah yeah,
say stole into my soul, moving on and on.
[
Now that we've found love
what are we gonna do with it? [2X] (various scatting)
[
Let's give love a try
Let love control, control your destiny
Owe it to ourselves, yes we do
to live happy eternally.
[
Sweet life is what we're searching for
And love is what we're looking for
Yeah now that I've got it right here in my hand
I'm gonna spread it all over the land.
Now...
[
Now that we've found love
what are we gonna do with it? [4X]
[
You've got to forgive and forget
Let hate, let hate, be your enemy
Aahhh..Give the Lord
And only love will set your spirit free
Woh!Love is what we've been searching for
And sweet love is what we're looking for
Now that I've got it right here in my hand
We gonna share it all over the land.
[
Now(!!)that we've found love
Tell me what we gonna do with it, I really like to know! Wooh.. (Tell na..)
[
Now that we've found love
what are we gonna do with it? [until end]

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Written by: Kenneth Gamble, Leon A. Huff, Dwight Myers, LEON HUFF, KENNY GAMBLE

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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5 facts about this song

About the Song Itself
"Now That We Found Love" is a reggae-influenced R&B and dance-pop song. - The song is recognizably upbeat and energetic, with a catchy and infectious melody that's ideal for dancing. - It contains a powerful chorus and lyrics that talks about the excitement and potential of newfound love.
The O'Jays Versus
Originally, the song was written by Kenneth Gamble and Leon Huff for The O'Jays. - The O'Jays released this tune in the year 1973, it being a part of the soundtrack for the film "Save the Children". - Despite being the original version, The O'Jays' rendition of the song is less known today compared to Third World and Heavy D's covers.
Third World's Take
In 1978, the reggae band Third World covered the song, which is arguably the most widely-recognized version. - Third World's version reached number 10 on the UK Singles Chart and number 47 in the US Billboard Hot 100. - It was the band's biggest hit and is still considered a classic among reggae music lovers.
Heavy D's Revival
In 1991, a decade later, the late American rapper Heavy D released a cover of "Now That We Found Love", featuring Aaron Hall. - Heavy D's version was a global hit, reaching to the top 10 in the US, UK, and several other countries. - It was included in his album “Peaceful Journey” and was one of the most successful singles of his career.
The Song in Media
"Now That We Found Love" has been used in multiple movies and TV shows due to its energetic and catchy rhythm. - Most notably, it was featured in one of the key dance scenes in the 1998 film "Bride of Chucky". - The song was also sampled by various artists over the years, including a 2009 single by German DJ Shaggy.

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