Sing a Song
Earth, Wind & Fire
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When you feel down and out Sing a song, it'll make your day yeah yeah Here's a time to shout Sing a song, it'll make a way Sometimes it's hard to care Sing a song, it'll make your day A smile so hard to bear Sing a song, it'll make a way Singasong Singasong Singasong Singasong Bring your heart to believing Sing a song, it'll make your day yeah ah Life ain't about no retrieving Sing a song, it'll make a way Give yourself what you need Sing a song, it'll make your day Smile, smile, smile and believe Sing a song, it'll make a way Singasong Singasong Singasong Singasong [Repeat]
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Written by: Maurice White, Al McKay
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15 facts about this song
Release Date"Sing a Song" was released on November 7, 1975.
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AlbumThe song is part of Earth, Wind & Fire's album titled "Gratitude," which was a double LP live/studio album.
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Chart Ranking"Sing a Song" reached number 1 on the Billboard Hot Soul Singles chart and number 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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ProducersThe track was co-produced by Maurice White, founder of Earth, Wind & Fire, and Charles Stepney who had collaborated with the band on several projects.
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Genre"Sing a Song" falls under the genre of R&B (Rhythm & Blues) and Funk.
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SalesCertified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), it sold over one million copies in the United States alone.
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Positive LyricsThe song's lyrics are upbeat and positive, aimed at uplifting listeners and making them feel happy.
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Songwriters"Sing a Song" was penned by Maurice White and Al McKay, who was the band's guitarist.
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ReceptionThe song was received positively by critics and has been described as an "enduring anthem" by music critics.
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Live PerformancesEarth, Wind & Fire frequently performed "Sing a Song" during their live shows, and it remains a popular song during their concerts.
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Cover VersionsVarious artists have covered "Sing a Song," including contemporary gospel singer, BeBe Winans and musician, Daniel Ho.
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Sampled In MusicThe song has been sampled multiple times by other artists, demonstrating its lasting impact on the music industry. For example, Janet Jackson sampled it in her 2001 song "Truth."
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Awards and Nominations"Sing a Song" was nominated for a Grammy Award in 1976 in the category of Best R&B Song.
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LegacyToday, it remains one of Earth, Wind and Fire's most popular and enduring songs.
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Prominent InstrumentsThe song is known for its distinctive use of brass instruments and percussions, a signature characteristic of Earth, Wind & Fire's music.
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