Get It Together
702
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I don't really wanna stay, I don't really wanna go, But I really need to know, Can we get it together, Get it together (get it together) I don't really wanna go, I don't really wanna stay (I don't really wanna stay) But I really hope and pray, Can we get it together, Get it together You don't know the pain that I feel, You've taken my love for granted, And you just wanna see it your way It's about that time, I'm gonna tell ya what's on my mind (what's on my mind) I'm fed up with you not being here with me, When you know love is all I need, I don't want to stay I don't really wanna stay, I don't really wanna go, But I really need to know, Can we get it together (can we get it, yeah) Get it together (and I don't wanna) I don't really wanna go, I don't really wanna stay (don't want to stay) But I really hope and pray, Can we get it together, Get it together (let's get it together, babe) I can't let go, 'Cause being confused just takes control I hope we can start brand new, 'Cause I don't want to lose you (oh no!) With the love we shared, Baby it's oh so rare, I'm willing to try and make you see, That all you need is here in me, I don't wanna stay (I don't wanna stay) I don't wanna go (I don't wanna go) But you gotta let me know, How you feel (let me know how you feel) How you feel I don't wanna stay (don't wanna go) I don't wanna go (I don't wanna go) But you gotta let me know (you gotta let me know) How you feel (just how you feel) I don't wanna stay, no no I don't really wanna stay, I don't really wanna go (and I don't want to go) But I really need to know, Can we get it together, Get it together (come on babe, let's get it together) I don't really wanna go, I don't really wanna stay, But I really hope and pray, Can we get it together (come on boy) Get it together (yeah) See I'm so confused, I just don't know what to do, And I don't understand, no You know I don't wanna stay, You know I don't wanna go, Baby, please listen to me (I don't wanna) I don't really wanna stay, I don't really wanna go (I don't wanna go ) But I really need to know, Can we get it together (can we?) Get it together (I hope, I pray, baby, baby)
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Written by: Donell Jones
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Artist Background"Get It Together" is performed by the American R&B girl group 702.
- The group was formed in Las Vegas, Nevada, and the name "702" actually represents the area code of their hometown.
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Song InformationThe song "Get It Together" was released on January 7, 1997.
- It is the third single from their debut album titled, "No Doubt."
- The song's length is approximately 5 minutes and 3 seconds.
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Chart Performance and Sales"Get It Together" peaked at No.10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
- The song also hit No.3 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
- In the same year, "Get It Together" was certified Gold by RIAA for its sales and streaming.
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Song CompositionThe song was written by Donell Jones and produced by Mad Skills.
- It is widely recognized for its slow beat and soothing harmonies, typical of R&B music style of the 90s.
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Song Theme"Get It Together" explores themes of love and relationships, cleverly using the term "Get It Together" as a plea for better communication and understanding in a failing relationship.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Get It Together" features the members of 702 involved in different relationship scenarios, effectively portraying the song's theme.
- As of 2022, the official music video on YouTube has over 27 million views.
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Popular CultureThis song has been covered by several artists and featured in multiple movies/TV shows, including the 1997 film "Soul Food."
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Other Achievements"Get It Together" helped to elevate 702's status in the music industry.
- The success of this song led to the group receiving the "Soul Train Lady of Soul Award" in 1997 for the Best R&B/Soul Album of the Year, Group, Band or Duo.
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Critic ReviewsCritics praised the song for its nostalgia-evoking melody, brilliant vocal performance, and relatable lyrics. Some even regarded it as one of the top R&B songs of the '90s decade.
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The AftermathDespite the group's separation in the early 2000s, "Get It Together" remained a staple of 702’s legacy and is still fondly remembered by fans, earning it a timeless status in the R&B genre.
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