Gotcha

Jessica Mauboy

About Gotcha

"Gotcha" is a song recorded by Australian singer and songwriter Jessica Mauboy for the soundtrack album The Sapphires to the 2012 musical film of the same name, in which Mauboy stars as Julie McCrae. The song was written by Mauboy, Louis Schoorl and Ilan Kidron, and produced by The Schoolkids. It was released as the lead single from the soundtrack album on 13 July 2012. Musically, "Gotcha" is an upbeat pop and swing dance song, which incorporates influences of motown and elements of 1960s music. "Gotcha" garnered positive reviews from music critics, who praised its sound. The song peaked at number 43 on the ARIA Singles Chart and number 11 on the ARIA Urban Singles Chart, and was certified gold by the Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA). "Gotcha" earned Mauboy two nominations at the 2012 ARIA Music Awards for Best Female Artist and Best Pop Release. The accompanying music video was directed by Samuel Leighton-Dore and features Mauboy inside a recording studio performing with a band. To promote the song, Mauboy performed the song live on Sunrise and at Nickelodeon Australia's Slimefest concert. 


Year:
2012
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Bang bang heat it up,
Fill my cup I'm filling up
Double done, I'm zipped up
Oh oh oh oh
I'm feeling, I'm feeling your love.
Uh uh yeah
OK, bring my girls,
Time for pussycats to purr
You just have to wait your turn,
Oh oh oh oh
Cause we're running, running the world.

Oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh
Gotcha gotcha gotcha
By the collar and you're coming with me.
Oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh
Gotcha gotcha gotcha
In my pocket where I want you to be.

So you got all the cash
And the big kick stash
And your car's all waxed
Oh oh oh oh
But it's all just an act!
Here we go!
High beams turned on,
We do the impossible
That kind of feelin' you just soar
Are you feeling the feeling my love?
Oh oh oh yeah!

Oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh
Gotcha gotcha gotcha
By the collar and you're coming with me.
Oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh
Gotcha gotcha gotcha
In my pocket where I want you to be.

Oh, you're beating hard to my door
Oh, you're banging feet to the floor,
Oh, the world turning to gold,
Gold gold gold gold

Oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh
Gotcha gotcha gotcha
By the collar and you're coming with me.
Oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh
Gotcha gotcha gotcha
In my pocket where I want you to be.
I gotcha where I want you to be!

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Jessica Mauboy

Jessica Hilda Mauboy (born 4 August 1989) is an Australian R&B singer, songwriter and actress. In 2006, Mauboy was the runner-up on the fourth season of Australian Idol, she had auditioned for the talent show in Alice Springs to pursue a recording career. Mauboy subsequently signed a contract with Sony Music Australia. more »

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Written by: ILAN KIDRON, JESSICA HILDA MAUBOY, LOUIS SCHOORL

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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10 facts about this song

Release
"Gotcha" was released on July 13, 2012.
Genre
The song belongs to the Pop genre, showcasing Jessica Mauboy's powerful vocals and catchy beat.
Movie Soundtrack
One interesting fact about "Gotcha" is that it was featured in the movie titled "The Sapphires." Jessica Mauboy also played one of the main characters, Julie in this movie.
Inspiration
The song's inspiration comes from the struggle and triumph of an Aboriginal all-girl group during the Vietnam War, as depicted in the film "The Sapphires."
Lyrics
The lyrics of "Gotcha" were penned by Jessica Mauboy, Ilan Kidron, and Louis Schoorl.
ARIA Charts
The single did well in her home country, peaking at number 43 on the ARIA Singles Chart and also received Gold certification from Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA).
Music Video
The music video for "Gotcha" is also set in the same 1960s period as the movie "The Sapphires," and features Jessica Mauboy and the other cast members.
Critical Reception
Critics have applauded the song for its lively rhythm, catchy chorus, and confident singing from Mauboy.
Awards
Jessica Mauboy received a nomination for the "Best Female Artist" at the ARIA Music Awards 2012 for her performance in "Gotcha."
Live Performances
Mauboy has performed "Gotcha" live at several music events and television shows, demonstrating her powerful vocal ability and charismatic stage presence.

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