It Takes Two
Marvin Gaye
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One can have a dream, baby Two can make a dream so real One can talk about being in love Two can see how it really feels One can wish upon a star Two can make a wish come true, yeah One can stand alone in the dark Two can make a light shine through It takes two, baby It takes two, baby, Me and you You know it takes two It takes two, baby It takes two, baby Make a dream come true It just takes two One can have a broken heart Living in misery Two can really ease the pain Like a perfect remedy One can be alone in a bar, Like an island he's all alone Two can make just any place Seem just like bein' at home It takes two, baby It takes two, baby Me and you It just takes two It takes two, baby It takes two, baby, To make a dream come true It just take two Just takes two Just takes two One can go out to a movie Looking for a special treat Two can make that single movie Something really kind of sweet And one can take a walk in the moonlight Thinking that's it's really nice But two lovers walking hand in hand Is like adding just a pinch of spice It takes two, baby It takes two, baby Me and you Just takes two It takes two, baby It takes two, baby To make a dream come true
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Written by: Sylvia Moy, William Stevenson
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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15 facts about this song
Genre Origin"It Takes Two" is a hit single belonging to the Soul genre of music, a genre that is deeply rooted in African American gospel music.
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Release DateThe song was released in the year 1966.
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Music LabelThe renowned record label "Motown" is credited with recording and releasing "It Takes Two".
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Producer"It Takes Two" was produced by William "Mickey" Stevenson, a songwriter and producer known for his contributions to the Motown sound.
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SongwritersThe song was written by William "Mickey" Stevenson and Sylvia Moy, two significant figures in the Motown music scene.
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Chart PerformanceThe song reached the top 20 in the R&B charts and peaked at number 14 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States.
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Legacy"It Takes Two" stands as an iconic gem in the annals of the Motown catalog and popular music in general.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by several artists over the years, including Rod Stewart and Tina Turner, whose version reached number 5 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Movie Soundtracks"It Takes Two" has seen several TV and movie uses, one of which includes the popular film "The Internship”.
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Musical ArrangementRenowned musician and Motown musical arranger Paul Riser arranged the musical elements for "It Takes Two".
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Prominent Lyrics"One can have a dream, baby, Two can make that dream so real... " stands as one of the most memorable lyrics from "It Takes Two".
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Marvin Gaye’s CollaborationThe song is also known for its collaborative performance by Marvin Gaye, one of the most legendary figures in soul and Motown music, and Kim Weston.
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Artistic Chemistry"It Takes Two" is considered one of the finest examples of the artistic chemistry between Marvin Gaye and Kim Weston.
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AlbumThe song was included in the album also named "It Takes Two" by Marvin Gaye and Kim Weston.
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Lively EnergyThe energetic and upbeat performance of "It Takes Two" by Marvin Gaye and Kim Weston has contributed to the long-lasting popularity of the song.
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