Slow Down
Loose Ends
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Shake the ground (Ah, yeah) Shake the ground Shake the ground Shake the ground I've been waitin' while you've been livin' How do I think get through to you Oh, my body's shakin', anticipatin' Tryin' to figure out the truth, yeah, hmm Baby, I've got to move {Ooh} ‘Cause I'm tired of watchin' you And I can't slow down Or keep my feet on shaky ground, woo, woo Slow down (Slow, baby) ‘Cause I can't take the heat (Mmm) Slow down Ooh, slow down, baby Slow down (Can't stop the haeat) ‘Cause I can't take the heat Slow down Slow down, hoo Is this the part you take my heart to wipe your feet on {Is this the part oh, no} Is this the part you take my heart to wipe your feet on {Is this the part} (Don't wipe your feet on me, mmm-mmm) If you won't give me what I've been missin' Someone else will have to do, oh, baby Can I discuss how it's gotta be You for me and me for me {Ho....} Slow down (Hoo) ‘Cause I can't take the heat Slow down Slow down, baby, hoo....ooh...yeah Slow down (Ooh, ooh) ‘Cause I can't take the heat Slow down Now tell me what you're goin' through (Don't wipe your feet on me) Is this the part you take my heart to wipe your feet on {Is this the heart, baby} Is this the part you take my heart to wipe your feet on {Ooh...} Don't do this Slow down (Slow, baby) ‘Cause I can't take the heat, I can' take the heat Slow down ‘Cause I can't take the heat, I can't take the heat Slow down (Come on and slow down) ‘Cause I can't take the heat Slow down Ooh, slow down, yeah Slow down (Woo, woo) ‘Cause I can't take the heat Slow down Slow, slow down Slow down (You for you) ‘Cause I can't take the heat Slow down And me for me, yeah Slow down ‘Cause I can't take the heat Slow down That you move too fast Slow down (Darling) ‘Cause I can't take the heat Slow down Slow down, baby Slow down (Darling) ‘Cause I can't take the heat Slow down Slow down, yeah, slow down Slow down (In the fast lane, girl) ‘Cause I can't take the heat Slow down Anticipating love of you Slow down (Slow) ‘Cause I can't take the heat Slow down I can tell I need you now Slow down (Girl, slow down now) ‘Cause I can't take the heat
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Written by: ALAN DARBY
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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11 facts about this song
Release Date and Album"Slow Down" by Loose Ends was released in 1986. It is a track from their third studio album, "Zagora."
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GenreThe song is classified within the genre of R&B and Soul, with a sizable influence of Electronic and Funk music.
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Chart Performance"Slow Down" reached the number one position on the U.S. Billboard R&B chart, showcasing the song's mass popularity and success.
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ProductionThe song was produced by Loose Ends alongside Nick Martinelli. This collaborative effort helped to create the distinctive sound and style of the track.
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Band FormationLoose Ends, the group that performed "Slow Down", is a British R&B band that was formed in London in 1980. The original members were Carl McIntosh, Jane Eugene, and Steve Nichol.
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InfluenceThe song is known for its danceable beats, smooth vocals, and fusion of electronic music with classic R&B sounds, making it a unique blend that was influential in the R&B and soul music scene of the 1980s.
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Neighbor’s Envy“Slow Down” became extremely popular and was regarded as an R&B anthem in the UK. It also received significant radio play, much to the envy of other releases around the same time.
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Remixes and CoversGiven its popularity, "Slow Down" has been sampled, covered, and remixed by numerous artists across different genres, demonstrating its lasting impact on the music industry.
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LegacyEven though Loose Ends disbanded in 1990, the song "Slow Down" continues to be a favorite among listeners today, underlining the enduring appeal of this classic R&B hit.
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Live PerformanceThe band performed "Slow Down" at global events and concerts, including at the Montreux Jazz Festival, adding to its popularity and helping it reach global audiences.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Slow Down" is notable for its simple visuals and focus on the band's performance, a common style for music videos in the 1980s. It was regularly played on popular music video channels of the time, including MTV.
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