Do What U Like
Take That
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Do what you like, do what you like Sugar sweet, if only they all knew Jam, can't spread no more you've took my bread Energy, just work, no rest or play Me, myself I'd rather be alone again So you can do what you like, do what you like No need to ask me, do what you want Do what you like, do what you like No need to tell me, do what you want Cherry pie, you're not as cute as me Ice, could never be as cold as you Recipe, you stir me up inside Me, myself I'd rather be alone again So you can do what you like, do what you like No need to ask me, do what you want Do what you like, do what you like No need to tell me, do what you want So you can do what you like, do what you like No need to ask me, do what you want Do what you like, ooh No need to tell me, no need to tell me Oh ho, maybe, maybe, oh Do what you like Do what you want Do what you like Do what you want Me, myself I'd rather be alone again So you can do what you like, do what you like No need to ask me, do what you want Do what you like, do what you like No need to tell me, do what you want Do what you like, do what you want No need to ask me, do what you want Do what you like
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Written by: GARY BARLOW, RAY HEDGES
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15 facts about this song
Group Formation"Do What U Like" was the debut single by "Take That," a renowned British boy band. This group includes members Gary Barlow, Howard Donald, Mark Owen, and Robbie Williams.
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Release YearThe song was released on July 12, 1991, marking the beginning of their music journey.
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Record Label"Do What U Like" was released under the record label "Dance UK."
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Song GenreThis song falls under the dance-pop genre, in keeping with the musical style of the early 1990s.
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First Chart Appearance"Do What U Like" did not manage to make a significant impact on the UK Singles Chart as it only reached number 82.
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Song LengthThe track has a length of 3 minutes and 3 seconds, typical for pop songs of the era.
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Music VideoIts music video has been controversial and was described as a low-budget risqué jelly fight. One member described it as "a disaster."
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Single SalesDespite its relatively low chart ranking, the single sold around 80,000 copies in the UK.
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SongwritingThe song was written by Gary Barlow with contributions from Ray Hedges, who would go on to produce many of Take That's hits.
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Re-ReleaseIn 2005, following Take That's reunion, the song was re-released on Disc 2 of their "Never Forget – The Ultimate Collection" album.
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First Live PerformanceThe group's first live performance of "Do What U Like" was at the popular nightclub, 'The Hacienda,' in their home city of Manchester.
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PromotionThe group promoted the single by touring the UK as a support act and in gay clubs.
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Basis for Future SuccessDespite its low initial impact, the song helped to lay the groundwork for Take That's future success. They went on to achieve massive popularity both in the UK and worldwide.
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Known for Debut"Do What U Like" is notorious for being the debut single that launched the careers of the most successful British bands in recent decades, despite its initial lukewarm reception.
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Collectible ItemNowadays, the 7" vinyl and CD single of "Do What U Like" are considered as collectors' items among Take That's fans.
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