Put Your Records On

Corinne Bailey Rae

About Put Your Records On

"Put Your Records On" is a song by English singer-songwriter Corinne Bailey Rae from her self-titled debut studio album (2006). Written by Rae, John Beck, and Steve Chrisanthou, it was released as the album's second single in February and early March 2006 throughout Europe and as the lead single in North America. "Put Your Records On" was a commercial success, topping the UK R&B Chart and charting at number two on UK Singles Chart. It was nominated for Record of the Year and Song of the Year at the 2007 Grammy Awards.  


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2007
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Three little birds sat on my window
And they told me I don't need to worry
Summer came like cinnamon, so sweet
Little girls, double-dutch on the concrete

Maybe sometimes we got it wrong, but it's all right
The more things seems to change, the more they stay the same
Ooo, don't you hesitate

Girl, put your records on, tell me your favorite song
You go ahead, let your hair down
Sapphire and faded jeans
I hope you get your dreams
Just go ahead, let your hair down
You're gonna find yourself somewhere, somehow

Blue as the sky, sunburnt and lonely
Sipping tea in the bar by the road side
(Just relax, just relax)
Don't you let those other boys fool you
Gotta love that Afro hairdo

Maybe sometimes we feel afraid, but it's all right
The more you stay the same, the more they seem to change
Don't you think it's strange?

Girl, put your records on, tell me your favorite song
You go ahead, let your hair down
Sapphire and faded jeans
I hope you get your dreams
Just go ahead, let your hair down
You're gonna find yourself somewhere, somehow

Just more than I could take
Pity for pity's sake
Some nights kept me awake
I thought that I was stronger
When you gonna realize that you don't even have to try any longer?
Do what you want to

Girl, put your records on, tell me your favorite song
You go ahead, let your hair down
Sapphire and faded jeans
I hope you get your dreams
Just go ahead, let your hair down
Girl, put your records on, tell me your favorite song
You go ahead, let your hair down
Sapphire and faded jeans
I hope you get your dreams
Just go ahead, let your hair down
Ooo, you're gonna find yourself somewhere, somehow

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Corinne Bailey Rae

Corinne Bailey Rae (born Corinne Jacqueline Bailey on 26 February 1979) is a British Grammy Award winning singer-songwriter and guitarist from Leeds, West Yorkshire. Bailey Rae was named the number-one predicted breakthrough act of 2006 in an annual BBC poll of music critics, Sound of 2006. She released her debut album, Corinne Bailey Rae, in February 2006, and became the fourth female British act in history to have her first album debut at number one. In 2007, Bailey Rae was nominated for three Grammy Awards and three Brit Awards, and won two MOBO Awards. In 2008, she won a Grammy Award for Album of the Year (for her work as a featured artist in Herbie Hancock's River: The Joni Letters). more »

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Written by: Steven Chrisanthou, John Robert Beck, Corinne Jacqueline Bailey Rae

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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11 facts about this song

Release and Popularity
"Put Your Records On" was released as the second single from Corinne Bailey Rae's self-titled debut album in 2006. It is often considered her signature song.
Songwriting Credits
This melody-driven track was composed by Corinne Bailey Rae, John Beck, and Steve Chrisanthou. A personal and uplifting song, it was written by Corinne to encourage a friend going through a rough time.
Chart Performance
The song had tremendous success on music charts worldwide. It peaked at number two in the United Kingdom, topped the UK R&B chart, and reached number 64 in the US Billboard Hot 100.
Grammy Nomination
"Put Your Records On" was nominated for "Record of the Year" and "Song of the Year" at the 2007 Grammy Awards.
Inspirational Message
The song carries a positive message of self-belief and being unique. Its lyrics encourage listeners to be themselves and not let others impact their self-esteem.
Music Video
The music video for "Put Your Records On" was filmed in the beautiful surroundings of Alhambra, a palace in Andalusia, Spain.
Coffeehouse Favorite
This song has often been hailed as a popular coffeehouse song for its laid-back and indie vibes.
Sales
"Put Your Records On" was certified 2x Platinum in the UK and Gold in the US.
Cover Version
Several artists have covered "Put Your Records On," including Boyce Avenue, Vanessa Hudgens and Lea Michele from "Glee."
Influence on Future Artists
This song has inspired many younger artists. For example, singer Ritt Momney's cover version of the song trended on TikTok in 2020, introducing the song to a whole new generation.
Use in Media
"Put Your Records On" has been used in numerous television shows and films, demonstrating its timeless appeal and wide-ranging influence.

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