Do or Die
Grace Jones
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I've been called an operator I can sell an Eskimo snow Baby, you're a calculator But all you ever tell me is no You make me run, run, run, say you're having none You make me run, run, run, chase me with a gun I'll never give up I got to do or die, I'm reaching for the sky I'd like to make you mine, you know I will in time [Incomprehensible] got to do or die No matter how you try, you'll never change my mind I got to do or die Taurus's are more determined Nothing's gonna stand in their way Loving you was my ambition I was born the nineteenth of May You make me run, run, run, you say you're having none You make me run, run, run, chase me with a gun I'll never give up I got to do or die, I'm reaching for the sky I'd like to make you mine, you know I will in time [Incomprehensible] got to do or die No matter how you try, you'll never change my mind I got to do or die I've been called an operator I can sell an Eskimo snow Baby, you're a calculator But all you ever tell me is no You make me run, run, run, you say you're having none You make me run, run, run, chase me with a gun I'll never give up I got to do or die, I'm reaching for the sky I'd like to make you mine, you know I will in time
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Written by: JAMES BOLDEN, JACK ROBINSON
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10 facts about this song
Song Basics"Do or Die" is a song recorded by Jamaican-American singer Grace Jones for her 1978 album, "Fame."
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GenreThis song falls under the Disco genre, which was extremely popular not just in America but globally during the 1970s.
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Chart PerformanceDespite being less known than other hits by Grace Jones, "Do or Die" managed to achieve a moderate chart success. It peaked at number 3 on the Billboard Dance Club Songs chart in the United States.
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The songwriterThe song was written by a renowned songwriter, Jack Robinson, and James Bolden. Robinson has written hits for numerous other artists and bands including Cliff Richard and The Rubettes.
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Album Success"Do or Die" was one of the pioneering tracks on Jones' album "Fame", which went on to become a significant commercial success and established Jones as a significant figure in the disco scene.
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Original SoundUnlike many other disco songs of the era, "Do or Die" has a close association with reggae, courtesy of Grace Jones' Jamaican heritage.
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Inspirational AspectsThe song's title (and lyrics "it's do or die") express a sentiment of urgency, as if there's no choice but to succeed. It has often been cited as being inspirational due to this strong motivational message.
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Unique VideoThe music video for "Do or Die" is a bold representation of 70's fashion and disco culture — featuring Jones in a shiny, metallic-supernatural outfit reflecting the disco vibes.
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Re-releaseThe track was re-released as a part of the compilation album "The Disco Years" showing its durability and the long-term appreciation for the song.
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Live Performances"Do or Die" has been a staple of Grace Jones' live performances over the years. It was included in the setlist of her 2009 Hurricane Tour.
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