1. A 1970s funk and disco group from the Bronx.
2. An Oakland, CA hip hop artist on producer 9th Wonder’s Jamla record label.
3. A women's barbershop and a cappella quartet also known as Girls Quartet.
4. An underground Dirty South rapper from New Orleans.
5. Podcasts from the men's fashion magazine.
1. A Bronx group that effectively mixed East Coast disco and Chicago soul covers in the late '70s and early '80s, GQ began as Sabu & the Survivors in 1968. Lead vocalist Emanuel Rahiem Leblanc, Keith Crier, Herb Lane, and Paul Service were original members, but by 1980 GQ was a trio following Service's departure. They had two Top 10 R&B and Top 20 pop hits, as well as a number one R&B single in 1979, with "Disco Nights (Rock-Freak)" also peaking at #12 pop; the single also won GQ an American Music Award. Their remakes of the Billy Stewart classics "I Do Love You" and "Sitting in the Park" were number five and number nine R&B singles in 1979 and 1980 respectively, with "I Do Love You" also reaching number 20 pop. They enjoyed one other Top 30 R&B single in 1981, "Shake." All their hits were on Arista from 1979 to 1982.
2. http://www.examiner.com/article/q-a-with-gq
3. http://www.girlsquartet.com/about/
4. http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/gq52
5. http://www.gq.com/about/podcast
Standing Ovation
GQ Lyrics
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Aw, aw, aw, aw, aw, yeah, ah, ah, ahhh, ahhh.
Oh, oooh, oh, oooh, oh, oooh, oh, ah, ah, ah.
I've got a feeling I'm feeling good tonight.
You're sending a message straight across the floor.
Just let me hear you scream it to me more.
Enjoy yourself, you get what you're looking for.
You're so good, the best.
You deserve a standing ovation.
You're so good, the best.
You deserve a standing ovation.
All your potential showing tonight.
There's no one that I know can top ya. (Can top ya.)
With all your skills, your stardom, and your poise,
You're looking great at number one.
Woo, oooh, oooooooh.
You're so good, the best.
You deserve a standing ovation. Woo, woo, woo, woo.
You're so good, the best.
You deserve a standing ovation.
You're so good, yeah. (You're so good, the best.)
You deserve a standing ovation. Ooh.
You're so good, the best.
You deserve a standing ovation. Ahhhh.
Gee, you're so great, I can kiss you. (Oooh, wow.)
If I get a chance, I'll do it every night.
You're the one I love to hug and kiss you,
Squeeze, love, hug, and hold you tight. Oooh, you, you.
You're so good, the best.
You deserve a standing ovation. Ooooooh, oooh.
You're so good, the best.
You deserve a standing ovation.
You're so good, yeah. (You're so good, the best.)
You deserve a standing ovation. Ooooooooooooooooh.
You're so good, the best.
You deserve a standing ovation.
Uh. Clap your hands. (Hands clapping)
You're so good, the best.
You deserve a standing ovation.
I clap my hands for you.
(You're so good, the best.) It's so good, baby.
(You're deserve a standing ovation.)
Sweet, sweet, and good.
You deserve it, baby. (You're so good, the best.)
You deserve a standing ovation.
You're so good. (You're so good, the best.)
You're so good. (You deserve a standing ovation.)
You're so good, the best.
The best, baby. (You deserve a standing ovation.)
You're so good, yeah. (You're so good, the best.)
You deserve a standing ovation.
Standing ovation, yeah.
(You're so good, the best.)
Awwwww, aw, aw. (You deserve a standing ovation.)
I clap my hands for you, 'cause you're so good.
You're so good, the best.
You deserve a standing ovation.
You're so good, the best.
(You deserve a standing ovation.)
It's a standing ovation.
You're so good, the best.
You deserve a standing ovation.
The lyrics to GQ's song "Standing Ovation" express admiration and appreciation for someone who is truly talented and deserving of recognition. The song's upbeat tempo and lively rhythm suggest a celebratory tone, as if the singer is encouraging listeners to join in applauding the person they are singing about. The lyrics convey a sense of excitement and awe at the person's abilities and the way they carry themselves. The singer marvels at their potential and their star power, noting that they truly deserve to be recognized and celebrated for their talents.
Throughout the song, the singer uses vivid language to describe just how amazing this person is, from their skills to their poise to the way they move across the dance floor. They address the person directly, urging them to enjoy themselves and revel in the attention they are receiving. The repeated refrain of "You're so good, the best / You deserve a standing ovation" reinforces the idea that this person truly deserves to be recognized and appreciated for all that they bring to the table.
Overall, "Standing Ovation" is a high-energy, feel-good song that celebrates excellence and encourages listeners to appreciate the people around them who are truly talented and deserving of recognition.
Line by Line Meaning
I've got a feeling I'm feeling good tonight.
I am feeling great tonight.
You're sending a message straight across the floor.
You are communicating with me through your dance moves.
Just let me hear you scream it to me more.
Please keep expressing yourself loudly and clearly.
Enjoy yourself, you get what you're looking for.
Have fun, and your efforts will be rewarded.
You're so good, the best. You deserve a standing ovation.
Your performance is outstanding and deserves recognition.
All your potential showing tonight.
You are showing your full potential tonight.
There's no one that I know can top ya.
I don't know anyone who can outperform you.
With all your skills, your stardom, and your poise, you're looking great at number one.
Your talent, fame, and confidence make you seem like a top performer.
Gee, you're so great, I can kiss you.
You are so amazing that I want to kiss you.
If I get a chance, I'll do it every night.
If given the opportunity, I would kiss you every night.
You're the one I love to hug and kiss you, squeeze, love, hug, and hold you tight.
I love embracing you and showing you affection.
Uh. Clap your hands.
Let's show our appreciation by clapping our hands.
I clap my hands for you.
I am applauding you.
Sweet, sweet, and good.
You are really great.
Standing ovation, yeah.
Everyone is giving you a standing ovation.
Contributed by Ellie R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@g.benson8477
I feel blessed to have grown up in a time where we had really really great music like this.
@sirresebethea
Same Here
@user-qx2bt8sw8p
IF YOU WERE IN YOUR TEENS LIKE ME MOVING INTO THE 80S, IN MY 20S, I HAVE TO SAY THE 80S WERE THE BEST DECADE EVER HANDS DOWN, MUSIC SOOO FUN🎼🎵🎹🎸❤️❤️❤️❤️💙💙
@haroldalexis4200
This was one of my favorites I recorded off the radio in 1980. GQ & The WHISPERS had style when they dressed up. This is a STANDING OVATION!. 💟
@sirresebethea
Mines too
@SIGMAMAN69
This song deserves a standing ovation!
@vvsf49ers
I give this comment 20 thumbs up 👍😁
@jenniferantoine3666
Yes 👍👍👍👍
@timalston3628
❤
@mustafajackson9430
Something so magical about the 70s and 80s bass riffs, take me back in time.