Straight Up
Paula Abdul
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Lost in a dream; I don't know which way to go. A-let me say if you are all that you seem, Then baby, I'm movin' way too slow. I've been fooled before; Wouldn't like to get my love caught in the slammin' door. How about some information, please? Straight up, now tell me , Do you really wanna love me forever, Oh, oh, or am I caught in hit and run? Straight up, now tell me, Is it gonna be you and me together, Oh, oh, oh, or are you just havin' fun Time's standing still waiting for some small clue. I keep getting chills when I think your love is true. I've been a fool before; Wouldn't like to get my love caught in the slammin' door. How about some information, please? Straight up, now tell me , Do you really wanna love me forever, Oh, oh, or am I caught in hit and run? Straight up, now tell me, Is it gonna be you and me together, Oh, oh, oh, or are you just havin' fun You are so hard to read. You play hide and seek with your true intentions. If you're only playin' games, I'll just have to say: A b-b-b-bye, b-b-b-b-bye. Do, do you love me, do you love me, baby? Do, do you love me, do you love me, a hey baby? Do, do you love me, do you love me, baby? Do, do you love me, do you love me, a-tell me baby! I've been fooled before; Wouldn't like to get my love caught in the slammin' door. How about some information, please? Straight up, now tell me , Do you really wanna love me forever, Oh, oh, or am I caught in hit and run? Straight up, now tell me, Is it gonna be you and me together, Oh, oh, oh, or are you just havin' fun Straight up, now tell me , Do you really wanna love me forever, Oh, oh, or am I caught in hit and run? Straight up, now tell me, Is it gonna be you and me together, Oh, oh, oh, or are you just havin' fun
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12 facts about this song
Song Composition"Straight Up" is an American pop and dance-pop song composed by Elliot Wolff and performed by Paula Abdul.
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ReleaseIt was released as the third single from her debut album "Forever Your Girl," on November 22, 1988.
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Billboard AchievementThe song peaked at No.1 on the Billboard Hot 100, marking Paula Abdul's first chart-topper on the Billboard Hot 100 and helped to establish her as an upcoming pop star.
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Grammy Awards"Straight Up" bagged a Grammy nomination for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance in 1990. However, Paula lost to Bonnie Raitt for her song, "Nick of Time".
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Music VideoThe song's music video was directed by David Fincher and featured Arsenio Hall. It's considered as one of the best music videos of the late 80s.
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Dance-orientedAbdul, known for her dance background, used "Straight Up" to showcase her dancing skills. The choreography in the music video was praised for its creativity and execution.
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Multi-PlatinumThe single went on to earn a multi-platinum certification from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), signifying over a million copies sold.
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Worldwide SuccessBesides its domestic success, "Straight Up" also reached the No.1 spot in Canada, No.2 in the UK and was a top 10 hit in several other countries.
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LongevityDecades after its release, "Straight Up" remains one of Paula Abdul's most identifiable songs and continues to receive airplay.
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Covers and RenditionsThe song has been covered by various artists, including singer Tiffany in 2019 on her "Pieces of Me" tour, testifying to its enduring popularity.
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Use in Pop CultureThe song has been used in several films and television series, such as "Love, Simon", "The Office", and "Glee", indicating its lasting relevance in popular culture.
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Social MessageAccording to some interpretations, "Straight Up" actually carries a social message. It touches on the need for honesty in relationships, with lyrics asking for straight answers to direct questions.
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