Formed in Brooklyn, New York in 1968.
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Formed in Brooklyn, New York in 1968.
Brass Construction were the brainchild of keyboards player and singer Randy Muller (b. Guyana). In 1975, their debut album changed the face of dance music and is still a huge influence some 30 years on.
Randy originally formed the band in Brooklyn, New York, under the name of Dynamic Soul. Renamed Brass Construction, the nine-piece group were signed by United Artists in 1975.
The members included:
Michael Grudge (b. Jamaica) and Jesse Ward Jnr. (saxophones)
Wayne Parris (b. Jamaica) and Morris Price (trumpets)
Joseph Arthur Wong (b. Trinidad; guitar)
Wade Williamson (bass)
Larry Payton (drums)
and percussionist Sandy Billups
With their tight horn section and brief, chanted vocals, the group's first release, 'Movin', topped the R & B charts and was a pop Top 20 hit. It was followed by 'Changin', 'Ha Cha Cha' (From Brass Construction II) and 'L-O-V-E U', which were all best-sellers.
Jeff Lane produced Brass Construction's albums up until the 1982 'Attitudes' set, at which point Randy Muller took over the production chores. Brass Construction's albums all sold well and they even endured the lightweight Disco era.
Randy also wrote for and produced New York disco group Skyy and was the string arranger for the group B.T Express.The group moved into the 80's with less pop hits, however, club interest was as high as ever.
The remix craze brought numerous versions of their early hits into the clubs in 1988, including 'Ha Cha Cha (Acieed Mix)'. Randy then moved into producing one off 12" singles including B.C. Underground's 'Let The World Dance'.
Incidentally, Randy Muller is a classically trained flautist and has recorded a classical album utilising the instrument.
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Get Up To Get Down
Brass Construction Lyrics
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It's that time again
Everybody won't you get up right about here
We gonna do it tonight
It that right y'all
Ha, ha
Say, "Ho-Ho"
Lawdy, lawdy, lawdy
Sing, y'all, sing
People all over the world
Searchin' for direction
Searchin' for a ground
Now we got the connection (That's right)
Get up, let's get down
Hey...to the real nitty gritty, yeah
‘Cause tonight's the night, gonna make it right
Put your head up to the sky, let the music take you
high
Can you see the light (I can see the light)
I, I mean can you see the light (I can see the light)
Hey, can you see the light (I can see the light)
Can you see that hell of a shinin' light, y'all (I can
see the light)
Come party
There's a message in music, y'all
Check it out
Just a little of this and a little of that, y'all, so
Hey
Ooh, come on
Won't you take my hand
Come along now
Yeah
Won't you take my hand
Come on, come on
Go down
You could do it now, you could do it, y'all, come on
You could do it, y'all
It's written
Where there's a will there's a way
And I say unto you, "Follow me"
And you shall see an ever shinin', everlasting, ever
shining light
Can you see the light (I can see the light)
Can you see the light (I can see the light)
Can you see the light (I can see the light)
Can you (I can see the light)
Can you see the light (I can see the light)
Can you see that hell of a shinin' light, y'all (I can
see the light)
I say, I say can you see the light
The lyrics to Brass Construction's song "Get Up to Get Down" are a call to action and a celebration of the power of music to bring people together. The opening lines set the tone for the song, urging everybody to get up and join in the festivities. The chorus then emphasizes the importance of getting down to the "real nitty gritty" and enjoying the music to the fullest. The lyrics also touch on the idea that music can be a guiding force in our lives, providing direction and a "connection" that can be transformative.
As the song progresses, the lyrics become even more joyous and celebratory, with the singers urging listeners to "put your head up to the sky" and let the music take them higher. They also emphasize the message in the music, suggesting that there is something deeper and more meaningful in the rhythms and melodies that move us. The final lines of the song, which evoke an "everlasting, ever shining light," suggest that music can be a beacon of hope and inspiration in a world that all too often feels dark and uncertain.
Overall, Brass Construction's "Get Up to Get Down" is a classic funk anthem that celebrates the power of music to uplift and unite. Its upbeat, energetic rhythms and positive lyrics make it a timeless party anthem that continues to inspire and move fans around the world.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey
The song is starting
It's that time again
It's time to dance and have fun
Everybody won't you get up right about here
Everyone is invited to join in and dance
We gonna do it tonight
Tonight is the night to have a good time
It that right y'all
Asking the crowd if they are ready to have fun
Ha, ha
Laughing and enjoying the moment
Say, "Ho-Ho"
Encouraging the crowd to shout and express themselves
Lawdy, lawdy, lawdy
Exclaiming excitement for the music and dancing
Just a little this and a little that
The music is a combination of different styles and sounds
Sing, y'all, sing
Encouraging the crowd to sing along
People all over the world
People from different parts of the world
Searchin' for direction
Looking for guidance and purpose in life
Searchin' for a ground
Trying to find a place to belong
Now we got the connection (That's right)
The music brings people together and creates a sense of unity
Get up, let's get down
Time to dance and have fun
Hey...to the real nitty gritty, yeah
Referring to the authentic and raw nature of the music
‘Cause tonight's the night, gonna make it right
Tonight is the night to have a good time and make the most of it
Put your head up to the sky, let the music take you high
The music can lift you up and make you feel euphoric
Can you see the light (I can see the light)
The music is enlightening and uplifting
Can you see that hell of a shinin' light, y'all (I can see the light)
The music is so powerful that it shines like a beacon of hope
Come party
Invite the crowd to dance and have fun together
There's a message in music, y'all
Music is not just about entertainment, but it can also convey a message or a meaning
Check it out
Encouraging the listeners to pay attention to the lyrics and the music
Won't you take my hand
Inviting someone to dance together
Come along now
Encouraging someone to join in and have fun
Go down
Time to dance and move your body
You could do it now, you could do it, y'all, come on
Encouraging someone to dance and enjoy the music
It's written
It is destined to happen
Where there's a will there's a way
If you are determined to do something, you can find a way to make it happen
And I say unto you, "Follow me"
Encouraging someone to follow the example and dance together
And you shall see an ever shinin', everlasting, ever
shining light
The music will continue to inspire and enlighten people forever
Can you see the light (I can see the light)
The music inspires hope and enlightenment
I say, I say can you see the light
Asking the listeners if they can feel the power and inspiration of the music
Contributed by Noah K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@claudiorgarcia41
Dancei essa música muito , que saudade pena que o tempo não volta
@johnnaeistewart7958
I WISH THEY WOULD BRING THE OLD GOOD MUSIC BACK!!😍
@Poppingday
This one is just epic... it will never die, this is just timeless.
@luizgeraldo5040
essa música tem uns arranjos incríveis,isso sim que é música para se ouvir e dançar.
@robertocampos995
Luiz Geraldo consertesa salve fogão
@guilhermesaueressig7550
Muito bom ...
@eltonduarte6384
Falou tudo meu irmão...das minhas preferidas de dançar na época...batidas perfeitas
@alejandrobarbacil859
🕺💃
@marciobassdjkarate
Isso ai arranca ate carpete da sala kkk
@JulioCesar-ws7bv
Anos 80 quarentão da Ceilândia quem curtiu sabe oque e som de verdade quê saudade