Girls & Boys

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About Girls & Boys

"Girls & Boys" is a 1986 song by Prince and The Revolution, from the album Parade, the soundtrack to the film Under the Cherry Moon. The song was released as a single in the UK, and as the B-side to "Anotherloverholenyohead" in the US. Following the smash success of its predecessor "Kiss", "Girls & Boys" peaked at number 11 in the UK, but was not released as a single in America. Prince's former drummer, Bobby Z. later commented that the song may have helped the entire album and film achieve bigger success, saying "second singles sometimes weren't right. .. 'Kiss' was a complete smash and set the album up huge. In my opinion it should then have been 'Girls & Boys', not 'Mountains'". The music video for the single consisted of clips from the film and separately-shot footage of The Revolution, including Prince's then-fiancee Susannah Melvoin. "Girls & Boys" is a funk offering featuring both live drumming as well as Linn drum machine. The keyboard hook is a peculiar duck-like sound. This is the first official Prince single to include the saxophone contributions of Eric Leeds. The lyrics speak of characters similar to Christopher and Mary from Under the Cherry Moon, although their actions are not seen in the film. The song includes a seduction spoken by Marie France in French, as well as an early attempt by Prince to deliver a short rap. Background vocals are Wendy & Lisa, and Susannah Melvoin. Sheila E. is not in it. 


Year:
1986
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Girls and boys

He only knew her for a little while
But he had grown accustomed to her style
She had the cutest ass he'd ever seen
He did to, they were meant to be
They loved to kiss on the steps of versailles
It looked like rain, mama, birds do fly
I love you baby, I love you so much
Maybe we can stay in touch
Meet me in another world, space and joy
Vous êtes très belle, mama, girls and boys

He gave her all the love that anyone can
But she was promised to another man
He tried so hard not to go insane
Birds do fly, looks like rain
I love you baby, I love you so much
Maybe we can stay in touch
Meet me in another world, space and joy
Vous êtes très belle, mama, girls and boys

Life is precious baby, love is so rare
I can take the breakup if you say that you care
He had to run away, his pride was to strong
It started raining, baby, the birds were gone
(I love you baby, I love you so much)
Maybe (maybe we can stay in touch)
Meet me in another world (meet me in another world, space and joy)
Vous êtes très belle (vous êtes très belle, mama)
Girls and boys (girls and boys)

(I love you baby, I love you so much)
I want you, babe 
Maybe we can stay in touch)
Maybe we can play today 
(Meet me in another world, space and joy)
Vous êtes très belle (vous êtes très belle, mama)
Girls and boys (girls and boys)

Vous étiez de l'autre côté de la salle
Vous dansiez si fort
Je sentais votre parfum
Votre sourire me dit que nous devrions nous parler
Sur la piste de danse, baby
Fais cet appel pour moi, oh, oui, baby
Sexe et repos, baby, résistez pas
Je sais, c'est vrai que vous aimerez ça
Baby, ah, oh
Je vous enlacerai avec mes jambes, baby
Pendant des heures je vais vous étonner, baby
Fleur dans votre bain, amour dans vos draps
Faire l'amour, faire l'amour
Nous nous rencontrerons, bon, bon? 

I love you baby, I love you so much
Maybe we can stay in touch
Meet me in another world, space and joy,
Vous êtes très belle, mama, girls and boys

(I love you baby)
I want you baby (I love you so much)
I want you so much (maybe we can stay in touch)
Maybe, maybe we can stay in touch
(meet me in another world, space and joy)
Another world, space (vous êtes très belle)
Lips, face (mama, girls and boys)

Happiness in it's uncut form
Is the feeling that I get, you're warm, warm
Happy's what I get when we do what we do
Happiness, mama, is being with you
Good lord

Meet me somewhere after dawn
Lord uh
I love you baby, I love you so much
Maybe we can stay in touch
I love you baby, I love you so much

Vous êtes with it, stay in touch
(Maybe we can stay in touch) so like I saw you from across the room, and 
(Maybe we can stay in touch) honey, you danced so hard I smelled your perfume
(Maybe we can stay in touch) and the look on your lips said that a,
(Maybe we can stay in touch) we could talk some more on this dance floor baby 
Hear the words I'm saying feel the sex I'm laying (I love you baby, I love you so much)
Naughty's what I want to be with you tonight (maybe we can stay in touch)
Tonight
(Meet me in another world, space and joy)
Vous êtes très belle, mama, girls and boys
Vous êtes très belle, mama, girls and boys
Vous êtes très belle, mama, girls and boys
Vous êtes très belle, mama, girls and boys
Girls and boys

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Prince

Prince Rogers Nelson (born June 7, 1958 - found dead in his home April 21, 2016. He died of an accidental overdose of the drug fentanyl), was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. Known by his mononym Prince, he was an American singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and actor. He produced ten platinum albums and thirty Top 40 singles during his career. He wrote several hundred songs plus produced and recorded his own music for his own music label. Prince had a wide vocal range and was known for his flamboyant stage presence and costumes. His releases sold over 100 million copies worldwide. He won seven Grammy Awards, a Golden Globe, and an Academy Award. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2004, the first year he was eligible. Ro… more »

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15 facts about this song

Released Date
"Girls & Boys" was released on July 22, 1986.
Album Appearance
It was the second soundtrack album from Prince's eighth studio album "Parade," which generally served as the soundtrack to his film "Under the Cherry Moon."
Song Inspiration
Prince credits his inspiration from the French film titled "Under the Cherry Moon," where he played a lead role alongside Kristin Scott Thomas.
Chart Performance
After its release, "Girls & Boys" reached No. 11 on the UK Singles Chart but did not chart in the United States.
Music Video
The song has a music video that features scenes taken from the film "Under the Cherry Moon."
Song Composition
This song is characterized by Prince's falsetto vocals, funk-based guitar riffs, and catchy lyrics that address sexual themes.
Length
Its length varies from a 5:30 album version to a 5:58 12-inch single version.
B-Side Track
The B-side of the single featured a song called "Under the Cherry Moon," which was also a title of Prince's film.
Collaboration
The song was composed and produced by Prince, but also features background vocals from his protégée and girlfriend, Susannah Melvoin.
Art Cover
The cover for the Southampton gig features Prince with Melvoin and singer/dancer Cat Glover.
Language
This song, like many others in "Parade," incorporates French lyrics, fitting into the film's French Riviera setting. "Girls & Boys" includes the line, "Life is precious baby, love is so rare."
Prince's Only UK Top 20 Hit
"Girls & Boys" actually ended up being Prince’s last single to go Top 20 in the UK during his lifetime.
Featured Instrumental
The use of horn arrangements by Eric Leeds and Atlanta Bliss gives the song a distinctive sound.
Live Performances
Prince performed "Girls & Boys" during several of his tours, such as the Parade Tour (1986), Hit n Run Tour (2000), and Musicology Live 2004ever.
Dual Version Release
The song was released twice in the UK, once in Europe, and once in Japan.

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