That Girl
Stevie Wonder
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That girl thinks that she's so fine That soon she'll have my mind That girl thinks that she's so smart That soon she'll have my heart She thinks in no time flat That she'll be free and clear to start With her emotional rescued love That you'll leave torn apart That girl thinks that she's so bad She'll change my tears to joy from sad She says she keeps the upper hand 'Cause she can please her man She doesn't use her love to make him weak She uses love to keep him strong And inside me there's no room for doubt That it won't be too long Before I tell her That I love her, that I want her That my mind, soul and body need her Tell her that I'd love to That I want to That I need to do All that I have to, to win her love I've been hurting for a long time And you've been playing for a long time You know it's true I've been holding for a long time And you've been running for a long time It's time to do what we have to do That girl That girl yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah That girl knows every single man Would ask her for her hand But she says her love is much too deep For them to understand She says her love has been crying out But her lover hasn't heard But what she doesn't realize is that I've listened to every word That's why I know I'll tell her That I love her, that I want her That my mind, soul and body needs her Tell her that I'd love to That I want to That I need to do All that I have to, to win her love Tell her I love her, that I want her That my mind, soul and body needs her Tell her that I'd love to That I want to That I need to do All that I have to, to win her love Tell I love her, that I want her That my mind, soul and body needs her Tell her that I'd love to That I want to That I need to do All that I have to, to win her love That I love her, that I want her That my mind, soul and body needs her Tell her that I'd love to That I want to That I need to do All that I have to, to win her love That girl, that girl, that girl Oh, that girl, that girl, that girl
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Written by: Stevie Wonder
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11 facts about this song
Identity"That Girl" is a track by celebrated American artist Stevie Wonder, known for his remarkable innovation in music industry.
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Album AffiliationThe song is part of Stevie Wonder's album "Original Musiquarium I," released in 1982.
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Chart Performance"That Girl" can be considered one of Stevie Wonder's major successes. It soared to the top spot on Billboard's Black Singles chart and reached number four on the Pop Singles chart.
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GenreThe song is based in the R&B genre, combining synth-heavy instrumentation with soulful and expressive lyrics, which is characteristic of Stevie Wonder's music style.
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ReputationThis particular song enhanced Stevie Wonder's reputation because of its beautiful lyrics and soulfulness that resonated with many listeners.
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Song's Meaning"That Girl" was written by Wonder as a storytelling song about a man who is enthralled by a phenomenal woman, but is aware that he isn’t the only one.
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Writing CreditsStevie Wonder shares writing credit for "That Girl" with Gary Byrd. In addition to Wonder's own contribution to the song, Gary Byrd is also recognized for his contributions to the lyrical content and structure of the piece.
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ProductionStevie Wonder took charge of the production process for his "Original Musiquarium I" album, including "That Girl."
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DurationThe song lasts for 5 minutes and 13 seconds.
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Musicality"That Girl" is known for its driving rhythm, complex use of synth, and Stevie Wonder's signature harmonica solo.
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ReceptionListeners and critics have praised the song's captivating and emotive lyrics, catchy melodies, and Stevie's distinct, soulful vocal performance. The track’s popularity has stood the test of time, and it remains a classic.
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