Emotion
Destiny's Child
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It's over and done But the heartache lives on inside And who's the one you're clinging to Instead of me tonight? And where are you now, now that I need you? Tears on my pillow wherever you go(GO) Cry me a river that leads to your ocean You never see me fall apart In the words of a broken heart It's just emotion taken me over Caught up in sorrow, lost in my soul But if you don't come back Come home to me, darling Don't you know there's nobody left in this world To hold me tight Don't you know there's nobody left in this world kiss goodnight Goodnight, goodnight,goodnight I'm there at your side, I'm part of all the things you are But you've got a part of someone else You've gotta go find your shining star And where are you now, now that I need you? Tears on my pillow wherever you are Cry me a river that leads to your ocean You never see me fall apart In the words of a broken heart It's just emotion taken me over Caught up in sorrow, lost in my soul But if you don't come back Come home to me, darling Don't you know there's nobody left in this world To hold me tight Nobody left in this world to kiss goodnight Goodnight, goodnight And where are you now, now that I need you? Tears on my pillow wherever you go I'll cry me a river that leads to your ocean You never see me fall apart In the words of a broken heart It's just emotion taken me over Caught up in sorrow, lost in my soul But if you don't come back Come home to me, darling Nobody left in this world To hold me tight Nobody left in this world to kiss goodnight Nobody to kiss me Goodnight, goodnight
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Written by: Barry Alan Gibb, Robin Hugh Gibb
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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5 facts about this song
Origins and Bee Gees Version1. The song "Emotion" was originally written by the Bee Gees. Barry and Robin Gibb wrote the song in 1977, during the peak of their music career.
2. The song is a beautiful fusion of pop and R&B genres showcasing the Gibb brothers' songwriting skills.
3. Originally, it was not performed by the Bee Gees themselves but was given to the Australian singer Samantha Sang.
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Samantha Sang's Version4. Samantha Sang's version of "Emotion" became her only top 10 hit, reaching the number 3 spot in the Billboard Hot 100 in 1978.
5. Barry Gibb can be heard on the chorus of Sang's version, giving the song its distinct sound.
6. The song also had great success in Australia, where it peaked at number 2 on the charts.
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Destiny's Child Version7. American R&B group Destiny's Child recorded their cover of "Emotion" for their third studio album "Survivor" in 2001.
8. It became a major hit for the group, reaching the top 10 in several countries including the UK, Australia, Netherlands, and New Zealand.
9. In the United States, it peaked at the number 10 on the Billboard Hot 100.
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Emma Bunton's Version10. Former Spice Girl Emma Bunton covered "Emotion" for her debut solo album "A Girl Like Me," released in 2001.
11. Her version was well-received, but it was not released as a single.
12. Critics praised Bunton for her vocal performance and the song's production, which added a contemporary spin to the classic Bee Gees track.
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Impact and Overall Reception13. Throughout the years, "Emotion" has been covered by dozens of other artists, showing the song's universal appeal.
14. The song has been praised for its deep lyrics dealing with feelings of melancholy and heartache.
15. The melody of "Emotion" is recognized for its stickiness, instantly grabbing listeners' attention and making it an unforgettable tune.
16. All four versions have enjoyed commercial success and positive reviews, cementing "Emotion" as a timeless classic in popular music.
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