Outside

George Michael

About Outside

"Outside" is a song by George Michael, released on 19 October 1998 as the lead single from his greatest hits album, Ladies & Gentlemen: The Best of George Michael. The song was released on Epic Records and peaked at number-one in Greece, Hungary and Spain. In addition, it peaked at number 2 in the UK, number 3 in Italy and Scotland, number 4 in Denmark, number 5 in Iceland, number 7 in Ireland and number 8 in Finland. On the Eurochart Hot 100, "Outside" reached number 3 in November 1998. Outside Europe, the song reached number 3 on the Billboard Hot Dance Club Play in the US, number 11 in New Zealand and number 13 in Australia. 


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2008
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(Let's go outside, let's go outside)
(Let's go outside)

Back to nature, just human nature
Getting on back to
I think I'm done with the sofa
I think I'm done with the hall
I think I'm done with the kitchen table, baby

Let's go outside (let's go outside)
In the sunshine
I know you want to, but you can't say yes
Let's go outside (let's go outside)
In the moonshine
Take me to the places that I love best

So my angel she says "don't you worry"
About the things they're saying, yeah
Got no friends in high places
And the game that you gave away
Wasn't worth playing

Let's go outside (let's go outside)
In the sunshine
I know you want to, but you can't say yes
Let's go outside (let's go outside)
In the meantime
Take me to the places that I love best

And yes I've been bad
Doctor won't you do with me what you can
You see I think about it all the time
Twenty four seven (twenty four, twenty four seven)

You say you want it, you got it
I never really said it before
There's nothing here but flesh and bone
There's nothing more, nothing more
There's nothing more

Back to nature, it's human nature
Getting on back to

I think I'm done with the sofa
I think I'm done with the hall
I think I'm done with the kitchen table, baby

Let's go outside (let's go outside)
In the sunshine
I know you want to, but you can't say yes
Let's go outside (let's go outside)
In the moonshine
Take me to the places that I love best

And yes I've been bad
Doctor won't you do with me what you can
You see I think about it all the time
I'd service the community (but I already have you see!)
I never really said it before

There's nothing here but flesh and bone
There's nothing more, nothing more
There's nothing more
Let's go outside
Dancing on the d-train baby

When the moon is high
And the grass is jumpin'
Come on, just keep on funkin'
Keep on funkin', just keep on funkin'

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George Michael

George Michael (born Georgios Kyriacos Panayiotou; (Greek: Γεώργιος Κυριάκος Παναγιώτου); 25 June 1963 - 25 December 2016) was an English musician, singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and record producer. Michael rose to fame in the 1980s when he formed the pop duo Wham! with his school friend, Andrew Ridgeley. His first solo single, "Careless Whisper", was released when he was still in the duo and sold about six million copies worldwide. more »

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Written by: GEORGE MICHAEL

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12 facts about this song

Song Release" Fact
"Outside" was released as the lead single from George Michael's 1998 greatest hits album "Ladies & Gentlemen: The Best of George Michael".
Chart Performance" Fact
The song peaked at number 2 on the UK Singles Chart. It also reached the top 10 in Italy, Spain, and Denmark and the top 20 in many other countries including Australia and Canada.
Controversial Theme and Video" Fact
The song and its music video were seen as controversial due to their references to Michael's arrest for "engaging in a lewd act" in a public restroom in Beverly Hills, California, earlier in 1998.
Video Director" Fact
Vaughan Arnell, known for his work with Robbie Williams and One Direction, directed the music video.
Concept and Setting" Fact
The video features various scenes of public and outdoor spaces transformed into a disco setting, complete with mirror balls, to suggest that people should have the freedom to express their sexuality however and wherever they wish.
Music Style" Fact
"Outside" is a disco-pop song with dance influence and has lyrics that subtly reference to his arrest.
Critical Response" Fact
The song was generally well-received by music critics, with many commenting on Michael's humorous take on a serious situation as well as the catchy hook and danceable beat.
Commercial Success" Fact
Despite the controversy surrounding the song and video, "Outside" is regarded as a commercial success, selling over a half-million copies worldwide.
Cultural Impact" Fact
The song marked a significant turning point in George Michael's career, placing him firmly in the limelight following his legal issues and reinforcing his status as an openly gay artist.
Sampling" Fact
The song samples Richard Myhill's track, "SOS," but also features a distinct rhythmic pattern originating from the 1979 Sister Sledge song, "He's the Greatest Dancer".
Performance Style" Fact
The song is known for Michael's soulful vocal performance, which has been described as one of his best.
Cover Versions" Fact
Various artists have covered "Outside", including post-punk band the Fall and indie-rock band Art Brut.

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