Praise You
Fatboy Slim
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We've come a long long way together, Through the hard times and the good. I have to celebrate you baby, I have to praise you like I should
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Written by: Camille D. Yarbrough, Norman Cook
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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15 facts about this song
Song Title and Artist"Praise You" is a track by British electronic musician Fatboy Slim.
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Chart SuccessThe song was a hit in several countries and peaked at number one on the UK Singles Chart in January 1999.
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International RecognitionIn the United States, "Praise You" reached number 36 on the Billboard Hot 100, flagging its global acceptance.
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Album"Praise You" is from Fatboy Slim's second studio album, "You've Come a Long Way, Baby."
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Release DateThe song was released as a single on 4th January 1999.
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SamplesOne of the significant aspects of "Praise You" is its sample use. The primary vocal sample comes from Camille Yarbrough's "Take Yo' Praise."
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Critic ReviewsCritics have praised the song's catchy beat and unique video, which garnered significant attention.
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Grammy Award"Praise You" won a Grammy Award for Best Music Video in 2001.
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Video DirectorThe song's famous music video was directed by Spike Jonze, who also appears in it.
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Music VideoIn the video, Jonze and a 'community dance group' perform an improvised dance routine in front of a movie theater to bemused onlookers.
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Movie FeatureThe song was featured in films such as "Cruel Intentions" and "Peter Rabbit."
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RemixesThere have been several remix versions of "Praise You," making it a versatile track adapted for multiple audience preferences.
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Genre"Praise You" falls in the genre of big beat, a style of electronic music that gained mainstream popularity in the 1990s.
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Iconic LineOne of the most memorable parts of the song is the repeated line "I have to praise you like I should," which essentially forms the song's chorus.
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Enduring PopularityDespite being over two decades old, "Praise You" remains one of Fatboy Slim's most enduring and popular songs.
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