Sweet Somebody

Shannon

About Sweet Somebody

"Sweet Somebody" is the fourth single from freestyle singer Shannon's debut album Let the Music Play.


Year:
1983
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Hey there,
I've been watching you sittin' there against the wall.
Say there,
I don't know what you're doing, but you're not having fun at all.
I can tell you're feelin' down 'cause you show no reaction;
And everybody's in the groove.
But you're not helping things at all sitting there afraid to move.
Gotta get up
When you're feelin' down;
Go meet somebody.

'Cause all you need to turn things around is a sweet somebody.
Gotta get up
When you're feelin' down;
Go meet somebody.

Sweet somebody.
Gotta get up.
Hey boy,
I know how you feel.
Sitting there all by yourself.
But say,
Boy,
Your heart will never heal until you find somebody else.
Let whoever broke your heart fade into the past, and give tonight another try.
This could be a brand new start;
Don't you let it pass you by.

Gotta get up
When you're feelin' down;
Go meet somebody.

Sweet somebody.
Gotta get up.
Gotta get up
When you're feelin' down;
Go meet somebody.

Gotta get up.
Sweet somebody.
Gotta get up.
Sweet somebody.
Gotta get up
When you're feelin' down;
Go meet somebody.

Gotta get up
When you're feelin' down;
Go meet somebody.

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Shannon

Shannon Brenda Greene (born May 2, 1958), better known by the mononym Shannon, is an American recording artist and singer/songwriter. She is possibly best known for her million-selling record single "Let the Music Play". more »

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Written by: ANNE E GODWIN, CURTIS JOSEPHS, ROBBIE KILGORE

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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12 facts about this song

Artistic Collaboration
"Sweet Somebody" is a song by American singer Shannon. Shannon recorded track in collaboration with Chris Barbosa and Mark Liggett.
Album Information
The song is part of Shannon's debut studio album "Let the Music Play", released in 1984.
Song Genre
Falling into the genre of dance-pop and R&B, "Sweet Somebody" was a divergence from Shannon's usual freestyle songs.
Chart Performance
Although not as popular as her song "Let the Music Play," "Sweet Somebody" still managed to reach number 48 on Billboard’s Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart in the USA.
Cultural Impact
Despite not being the most famous song by Shannon, "Sweet Somebody" is revered by fans of 80s dance pop and is considered a classic within the genre.
Follow Up
"Sweet Somebody" was the follow-up single to Shannon's breakout hit "Let the Music Play," which was a huge hit in the dance club scene.
Music Video
The music video for "Sweet Somebody" features Shannon and a group of dancers performing the track in a city street setting.
Song Themes
The song discusses the theme of cherishing a lover who is sweet and loving. It emphasizes on the joy of being in love with such an individual.
Song Structure
Like many other songs in the 80s, "Sweet Somebody" follows a verse-chorus structure, with the titular "sweet somebody" repeated in the chorus.
Legacy
The song, although not as well-known, is still part of Shannon's legacy in the dance-pop genre and features on her greatest hits album.
Music Sales
Despite its relatively modest chart positioning, the song was reportedly popular in clubs and has contributed to Shannon's lifetime record sales of over 3 million units.
Critical Reception
Despite its lower chart positioning, "Sweet Somebody" was well received by critics for its smooth vocals and catchy beat.

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