BRASS CONSTRUCTION

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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They will forever be the tightest group.

We Can Work It Out
Brass Construction Lyrics

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We can work it out
We can work it out
We can work it out
We can work it out

So you say,
You wanna give it all up, wanna turn the other way,
In our world of problems and confusion,

It seems there′s no solution at all.

Salvation, reflection,
Taxes life are reaching for the sky
Wanna listen how we gonna make it
You gotta keep on pushing,
Everything we'll be alright

We can work it out
We can work it out
We can work it out
We can work it out

I know, I know, I know we′re gonna make it
All right, I said I know, I know, I know
We're gonna make it
All right, I said I know, I know, I know
We're gonna make it
Cause there′s a way, there′s a way
There's gonna be another day
You′re gonna keep on pushing
Everything will be alright

We can work it out
We can work it out
We can work it out
We can work it out

There's a message in the song,
Get to be tough, get to be strong
When there′s a will,
There's nothing you can do
Don′t let the bad times get you down
Get to be tough, keep pushing on
If you believe that we can do it,
We can do it!

There's a message in the song,
Get to be tough, get to be strong
When there's a will,
There′s nothing you can do
Don′t let the bad times get you down
Get to be tough, keep pushing on
If you believe that we can do it,

We can do it!
(Randy Muller)

Overall Meaning

The Brass Construction's song "We Can Work It Out" is an anthem about perseverance and the power of positive thinking. The song encourages listeners to keep pushing through tough times because there is always a way to work through the problems of life. The first verse acknowledges the reality of the difficulties and challenges that we face in life. The singer says that our world is full of problems and confusion, and it seems there is no solution at all. However, the song then says that there is salvation and reflection, despite the taxes and other hassles of life. The message is that these issues may be overwhelming, but we should not give up on ourselves.

The chorus assures us that we can work through these difficult times with perseverance and determination. This phrase is repeated several times to emphasize its importance. The second verse reinforces the idea that if we keep pushing, everything will be alright. The verses are tied together by the consistent message that if we keep pushing, we can make it through the tough times.

The bridge encourages us to be tough and keep pushing on. It tells us that if we believe we can accomplish something, we will. The final chorus takes everything full-circle, reminding us once again that we can work it out if we keep the faith and keep pushing.

Overall, "We Can Work It Out" is a song that encourages listeners to stay positive in the face of adversity. It acknowledges that life can be hard, but it reinforces that there is always a way forward - we must simply keep pushing and never give up.

Line by Line Meaning

We can work it out
Repeated line expressing the belief that the problems facing the world can be solved through perseverance and hard work.

So you say, You wanna give it all up, wanna turn the other way
Acknowledging the desire to give up or escape from challenging situations.

In our world of problems and confusion, It seems there′s no solution at all.
Describing the overwhelming nature of the difficulties in the world and the sense that they cannot be solved.

Salvation, reflection, Taxes life are reaching for the sky Wanna listen how we gonna make it You gotta keep on pushing, Everything we'll be alright
Highlighting some of the challenges people face, but suggesting that by working together and persevering, everything will be okay.

I know, I know, I know we′re gonna make it All right, I said I know, I know, I know We're gonna make it
Expressing confidence and determination in the face of adversity.

Cause there′s a way, there′s a way There's gonna be another day You′re gonna keep on pushing Everything will be alright
Encouraging people to maintain hope and determination even when things seem hopeless because there is always a way forward.

There's a message in the song, Get to be tough, get to be strong When there's a will, There′s nothing you can do
The song has a message of resilience and strength in the face of adversity.

Don′t let the bad times get you down Get to be tough, keep pushing on If you believe that we can do it, We can do it!
Encouraging people to stay strong and persistent in the face of challenges and believe in their ability to make a difference.

Writer(s): Randy Muller

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Please, correct the lyrics, who can? >>
We can work it out
We can work it out
We can work it out
We can work it out

So you say,
You wanna give it all up, wanna turn the other way,
In our world of problems and confusion,
It seems there's no solution at all.

Salvation, reflection,
Taxes life are reaching for the sky
Wanna listen how we gonna make it
You gotta keep on pushing,
Everything we'll be alright

We can work it out
We can work it out
We can work it out
We can work it out

I know, I know, I know we're gonna make it
All right, I said I know, I know, I know
We're gonna make it
All right, I said I know, I know, I know
We're gonna make it
Cause there's a will, there's a way
There's gonna be brighter day
You're gonna keep on pushing
Everything will be alright

We can work it out
We can work it out
We can work it out
We can work it out

There's a message in the song,
Get to be tough, get to be strong
When there's a will,
There's nothing you can do
Don't let the bad times get you down
Get to be tough, keep pushing on
If you believe that we can do it,
We can do it!

There's a message in the song,
Get to be tough, get to be strong
When there's a will,
There's nothing you can do
Don't let the bad times get you down
Get to be tough, keep pushing on
If you believe that we can do it,
We can do it!
(Randy Muller)