Live It Up
The Isley Brothers
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You never want to comfort me Knowing what you really need You always say youve had enough You never want to give it up But everybodys got to move and Everybodys got to groove Everybody needs love sure enough Everybody ought to live it up Well what did I do that was wrong I just want to have some fun Weve been holding back for too And I want to live, weve gotta live it up Ive got to ease your mind I know Ill have a bit of luck To make you have a good time I've got to make you live it up
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Written by: CHRISTOPHER JASPER, CHRISTOPHER H JASPER, ERNIE ISLEY, MARVIN ISLEY, O'KELLY ISLEY, RONALD ISLEY, RUDOLPH ISLEY
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9 facts about this song
Release"Live It Up" is a song by American musical group, The Isley Brothers. It was released as an album track from the album of the same name in 1974.
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ProductionThe song is known for being produced by the three original members of the group, Ronald Isley, Rudolph Isley, and O'Kelly Isley.
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Chart PerformanceThe album "Live It Up", from which the single originates, peaked at No. 5 on the Billboard Top Soul Albums and at No. 14 on the Billboard Pop Albums.
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Dub VersionThere's also a 7-minute long 'Dub Version' of "Live It Up" included in the album. This version consists of instrumental and vocal studio sessions of the band.
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LyricsThe lyrics of the song hold themes of positivity and living life to its fullest, a common theme in The Isley Brothers' musical catalogue.
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GenreThe Isley Brothers are known for their unique blend of genres, and "Live it Up" prominently showcases their R&B and Soul influences.
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InfluenceThe song, like many of The Isley Brothers tracks, is considered influential in the development of the R&B, funk and soul music genres.
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Reception“Live It Up” was widely praised by critics for its upbeat tone and positive message. It further helped solidify The Isley Brothers as dominant figures in the music industry during the 70s.
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LegacyEven after decades of its release, the song continues to be played and covered by various artists. It is considered one of the iconic works of The Isley Brothers.
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