Groovy Situation
Gene Chandler
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That girl I'm gonna make her mine If it takes all night That girl I'm gonna make her mine If it takes all night Good evening sweet darling May I ask your name You seem to be lonely Well don't worry I'm feeling the same Oh, it's a groovy situation A splendid combination That we should meet At a time like this Oh it's a groovy situation a splendid combination You're something that I just can't miss It's been a long time sweet darling since love has come my way But I'm trying so hard To find the right words to say Oh, it's a groovy situation A splendid combination That we should meet At a time like this Oh it's a groovy situation a splendid combination You're something that I just can't miss
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Written by: Herman Davis, Russell Lewis
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12 facts about this song
Artist Information"Gene Chandler" whose real name is Eugene Drake Dixon, is a Grammy Hall of Fame inductee and a recipient of the Rhythm and Blues Foundation's Pioneer Award.
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Song CompositionChandler co-wrote "Groovy Situation," along with Russell Lewis, a songwriter at Mercury Records.
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Chart PerformanceThe track reached #12 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #8 on the R&B chart in 1970, demonstrating its commercial success.
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Album Information"Groovy Situation" is included in Chandler's 1970 album entitled "The Gene Chandler Situation".
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Musical StyleThe song is characterized by its soulful rhythm and blues style, drawing influences from the sound of Chicago soul.
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Cover VersionsA popular cover of "Groovy Situation" was performed by Keith Rowe in 1971, a year after Chandler's version became a hit.
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Commercial UsagePart of the song's longevity comes from its use in Home Depot commercials, which introduced the track to a new generation.
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Career Impact"Groovy Situation" marked a comeback for Gene Chandler, who hadn't had a hit in several years prior to its release.
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TimelessnessDespite being over 50 years old, the song remains popular and is often played on classic soul and R&B radio stations.
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Record Label"Groovy Situation" was released under the Mercury Records label, one of the foremost labels in vintage soul and R&B music.
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Critical ReceptionThe song received positive reviews for its catchy tune and Chandler's smooth vocals and remains one of his most recognizable tracks.
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Music VideoUnfortunately, as the song was released in the 70s before music videos were popular, there isn't an official music video for "Groovy Situation". However, plenty of fan-made videos and lyric videos exist online.
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