You Gotta Be
Des'ree
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Listen as your day unfolds Challenge what the future holds Try and keep your head up to the sky Lovers, they may 'cause you tears Go ahead release your fears Stand up and be counted Don't be ashamed to cry You gotta be You gotta be bad, you gotta be bold, you gotta be wiser You gotta be hard, you gotta be tough, you gotta be stronger You gotta be cool, you gotta be calm, you gotta stay together All I know, all I know, love will save the day Herald what your mother said Read the books your father read Try to solve the puzzles in your own sweet time Some may have more cash than you Others take a different view My oh my, yea, eh, eh You gotta be bad, you gotta be bold, you gotta be wiser You gotta be hard, you gotta be tough, you gotta be stronger You gotta be cool, you gotta be calm, you gotta stay together All I know, all I know, love will save the day Time ask no questions, it goes on without you Leaving you behind if you can't stand the pace The world keeps on spinning Can't stop it, if you tried to This best part is danger staring you in the face Listen as your day unfolds Challenge what the future holds Try and keep your head up to the sky Lovers, they may cause you tears Go ahead release your fears My oh my, eh, eh, eh You gotta be bad, you gotta be bold, you gotta be wiser You gotta be hard, you gotta be tough, you gotta be stronger You gotta be cool, you gotta be calm, you gotta stay together All I know, all I know, love will save the day Yeah, yeah, yeah You gotta be bad, you gotta be bold, you gotta be wiser You gotta be hard, you gotta be tough, you gotta be stronger You gotta be cool, you gotta be calm, you gotta stay together All I know, all I know, love will save the day Yeah, yeah Got to be bold Got to be bad Got to be wise Do what others say Got to be hard Not too too hard All I know is love will save the day You gotta be bad, you gotta be bold, you gotta be wiser You gotta be hard, you gotta be tough, you gotta be stronger You gotta be cool, you gotta be calm, you gotta stay together
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Written by: Des'ree Weekes, Ashley Ingram
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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15 facts about this song
Release Date"You Gotta Be" was released in March 1994, as part of Des'ree's second album, "I Ain't Movin'."
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GenreThe song is an amalgamation of Pop, Soul, and R&B genres.
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Chart SuccessThe single peaked at number five on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States.
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Inspirational MessageThe song is well-known and loved for spreading a message of self-empowerment and positivity.
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International RecognitionThe single was a global hit, reaching top 10 in charts in the UK, Australia, Canada, and other countries.
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Re-releasedDue to its popularity, the song was re-released in Britain in 1995 and 1999.
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CertificationsIt was certified Gold by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI) and Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
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Music VideoThe music video features Des'ree singing and dancing around various colorful set pieces and is quite symbolic.
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Lyrics and CompositionThe lyrics, which is full of affirmations and positive thoughts, were written by Des'ree and Ashley Ingram. This song is composed in the key of C major.
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Covers and samplingThe song has been covered by several artists and sampled in numerous other tracks due to its iconic status.
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Cultural ReferencesIt has often been used in popular culture, from movie and TV show soundtracks to commercials, and motivational videos.
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Grammy NominationIn 1996, the song was nominated for a Grammy Award as Best Female Pop Vocal performance.
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ReceptionCritics have praised the positive message and catchy nature of the song, often lauding it as a motivational anthem.
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InfluenceThis song has been recognized as pioneer and a standout in the music of the 90s, inspiring other artists and cultural movements.
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LegacyBillboard magazine named "You Gotta Be" the 15th biggest selling single of all genres in 1995, solidifying its prominent place in music history.
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