It's My House

Diana Ross

About It's My House

"It's My House" is a song composed and produced by Ashford & Simpson and released as a single by singer Diana Ross on the Motown label in 1979. While not fully promoted on pop radio, the song became a modest R&B hit, peaking at number 27 on that chart. In the UK it charted at number 32. The song was a top 10 hit in South Africa during 1980. The song was a hit at around the same time for Lovers' Rock reggae outfit Storm - and was recorded by a number of artists not well known beyond specialized reggae audiences. Storm's version was popular with Northern English general disco audiences, as well as in reggae clubs. 


Year:
1979
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(nickolas ashford/valerie simpson)

It's my house and I live here
(I wanna tell you)
It's my house and I live here

There's a welcome mat at the door
And if you come on in
You're gonna get much more
There's my chair
I put it there
Everything you see
Is with love and care

It's my house and I live here
(I wanna tell you)
It's my house and I live here

On the table, there sits a rose
Through every window
A little light flows
Books of feeling on the shelf above
'cause it was built for love
I was built for love

It's my house and I live here
(I wanna tell you)
It's my house and I live here

There's a candle to light the stairs
Where my dreams await someone to share
Oh, there's music on the radio
And good vibrations won't let me go
I put my name on the ceilin' above

'cause it was buillt for love
It was built for love, ooh
You say you wanna move in with me
You say you wanna move in with me
Got to follow the rules to get me
Got to follow the rules to get me
You wanna visit my house
Say you wanna drop by
Wanna visit my house, yeah
To see me sometimes

There's a welcome mat at the door
And if you come on in
You're gonna get much more
I put my name in the ceilin' above
'cause it was built for love
It was built for love

It's my house and I live here
(I wanna tell you)
It's my house and I live here

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Diana Ross

Diana Ross is a Grammy Lifetime Award Winning entertainer and actress. She was born on March 26, 1944 to Fred and Ernestine Ross. Her birth name was Diane Ernestine Earle Ross. She is known for being the lead vocalist of the Supremes, who were Motown’a best selling act during the 1960’s and is one of the greatest girl groups of all time. Diana Ross is the mother of 5 children; Tracee Ellis Ross, Rhonda Ross Kendricks, Evan Ross, Ross Näess, and Chudney Ross. She has starred in many movies including Lady Sings The Blues, Mahogany, The Wiz, Double Platinum, and etc. She has 6 number ones, has made 116 singles, and has 25 studio albums. more »

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Written by: ADRIAN MISIEWICZ, NICKOLAS ASHFORD, VALERIE SIMPSON, THOMAS REICHOLD

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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10 facts about this song

Release Date & Album
"It's My House" was a track from Diana Ross's album titled "The Boss," which was released in March 1979 by Motown Records.
Songwriters & Producers
The song was written and produced by the legendary duo Nickolas Ashford and Valerie Simpson, who were significant figures in the Motown era.
Chart Performance
Despite its popularity, "It's My House" did not chart on the Billboard Hot 100 in America. However, it peaked at number 32 on the Hot Soul Singles Chart.
Inspirational Message
The song promotes a message of strong self-confidence and self-assertion. It emphasizes Diana Ross's control over her life, likening it to her ownership of her house.
Notable Covers
In 2018, the song was notably sampled by rapper J. Cole in his song, "1985 (Intro to 'The Fall Off')," which featured on his album "KOD."
Unique Style
The song stands out for its blend of genres: it mixes R&B with Pop and Disco elements, showcasing Diana Ross’s versatility as an artist.
Live Performances
Diana Ross often performed "It's My House" in her live concerts. The song was included in several of her concert tour setlists, and in several live recordings, highlighting its enduring popularity with audiences.
Global Reception
Despite not charting in the US, the song had a strong international reception. For instance, it charted at number 32 on the UK singles chart.
Music Video
The music video for "It's My House" reflects the song's message of autonomy, featuring Diana Ross in various domestic settings and expressing the comfort of her own space.
Critical Reception
Many music critics praise the song for its melody, production, and the powerful, commanding vocals of Diana Ross. These factors have led to its status as a notable song in her music catalogue.

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