Let's Work

Prince

About Let's Work

"Let's Work" was the second single from the 1981 album, Controversy, by Prince. The song originates from a dance called "the Rock" that local kids were doing at the time in Minneapolis. Prince responded quickly with a track called "Let's Rock", and wished to quickly release it as a single. Warner Bros. refused, and a disappointed Prince did not include the song on Controversy, saying the phase had passed. Instead, the song was updated with new lyrics and possibly new music and became "Let's Work"—one of his most popular dance numbers to date.  


Year:
1981
65 
#1

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One, two, three
Let's work
Let's work

I've had my eyes on you ever since you walked in the room
C'mon and take my hand, don't try to understand
Oh baby nothing can stop us now, I'm gonna show you how
Show you how to work
C'mon let's have some fun, we'll work till morning comes
Lemme see ya work, c'mon

I'd love to turn you on, I'd work you all night long
If I could get you in the raw, I'd make you climb the walls
Oh yeah nothing can stop us now, I'm gonna show you how
Show you how to work
C'mon let's have some fun, we'll work till morning comes
Yeah, yeah, lemme see ya work, c'mon

Let's work
Let's work

Work alright, we're gonna work all night
Everybody work, that's right, everybody everybody work
Alright, we're gonna work all night
Everybody work, that's right, everybody everybody work

Nothing can stop us now, I'm gonna show you how (let's work)
I'm gonna show you how
Oh babe (work) c'mon let's have some fun,
We'll work till morning comes (let's work)
We'll work till the morning comes
(Work) nothing can stop us now (nothing gonna stop us)
(Let's work) I'm gonna show you how (work)
C'mon let's have some fun (let's work)
We'll work till morning comes
Everybody say (work)
We're gonna work all night everybody
(Let's work) that's right everybody everybody (let's work)

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Prince

Prince Rogers Nelson (born June 7, 1958 - found dead in his home April 21, 2016. He died of an accidental overdose of the drug fentanyl), was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. Known by his mononym Prince, he was an American singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and actor. He produced ten platinum albums and thirty Top 40 singles during his career. He wrote several hundred songs plus produced and recorded his own music for his own music label. Prince had a wide vocal range and was known for his flamboyant stage presence and costumes. His releases sold over 100 million copies worldwide. He won seven Grammy Awards, a Golden Globe, and an Academy Award. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2004, the first year he was eligible. Ro… more »

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Written by: Prince Rogers Nelson

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15 facts about this song

Album Information
"Let's Work" is featured on Prince's 1981 album, "Controversy."
Chart Performance
The song reached number nine on the Billboard Top Black Singles chart and number 104 on the Billboard Bubbling Under the Hot 100.
Songwriting and Composition
The song was written, produced, arranged, and composed solely by Prince.
Instrumentation
Prince played all the instruments on the record, showcasing his multi-instrumentalist skills.
Album Context
"Let's Work" reflects the socio-political themes present throughout the "Controversy" album.
Single Release
Issued as the album's second single, "Let's Work" was one of Prince's earliest songs to be remixed and extended for the 12" format.
Dance Hit
The song is upbeat and is renowned as one of Prince's most popular dance numbers.
Music Video
"Let's Work" does not have an official music video, but a live version of the song appeared as a music video on MTV Australia.
Length
The original song runs for 3 minutes and 42 seconds, while the extended dance remix is nearly twice as long, running for 8 minutes and 3 seconds.
Cultural Impact
It has been covered by numerous artists over the years, reflecting its continued popularity and influence within popular music.
Commercial Formats
"Let's Work" was released on 7-inch vinyl in several countries, and also on 12-inch vinyl in the USA, UK, and Japan.
Live Performances
The song was a staple of Prince's live performances and remained in his concert setlists for several decades.
Legacy
"Let's Work" continues to be celebrated as a key track in Prince's discography, contributing to his reputation as a pioneering and influential artist.
Noteworthy Lyrics
The song opens with the provocative line "I've had my eyes on you ever since you walked in the room,” demonstrating Prince's signature blend of romance and desire.
Distinctive Sound
"Let's Work" richly showcases Prince's innovative blend of funk, R&B, dance, and rock music.

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