His hit songs include "Never Too Much", "Here and Now", "Any Love", "Power of Love/Love Power", "I Can Make It Better" and "For You to Love". Many of his songs were covers of original music by other artists such as "If This World Were Mine" (duet with Cheryl Lynn), "Since I Lost My Baby", "Superstar" and "Always and Forever". Duets such as "The Closer I Get to You" with Beyoncé, "Endless Love" with Mariah Carey and "The Best Things in Life Are Free" with Janet Jackson were all hit songs in his career.
During his career, Vandross sold over 35 million records worldwide, and received eight Grammy Awards including Best Male R&B Vocal Performance four different times. He won a total of four Grammy Awards in 2004 including the Grammy Award for Song of the Year for a song recorded not long before his death, "Dance with My Father".
Possessing a tenor vocal range, Vandross was commonly referred to as "The Velvet Voice" in reference to his exceptional vocal talent, and was sometimes called "The Best Voice of a Generation". He was also regarded as the "Pavarotti of Pop" by many critics.
In 2008, Vandross was ranked No. 54 on Rolling Stone Magazine's List of 100 Greatest Singers of All Time. Mariah Carey stated several times in interviews that standing next to Vandross while recording their duet "Endless Love" was intimidating.
By popular vote, Vandross was inducted into The SoulMusic Hall of Fame at SoulMusic.com in December 2012.
Get It Right
Luther Vandross Lyrics
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Some of y'all may think
That this next track
A little risky for a Luther joint
But all you gotta do is listen to get it
Get it right
Alright, ch'all, lets start from number one
And get down till it's done
Now watch this sketch as I stretch this mall
Too live to drive so we put it in park
With Luther hoping that you feeling his groove
Get you open on the instruments too, one two, one two
And I say, jottin' down the lines
Like dots on the Parkway
My Auntie Eloise say stay on your Q's and P's
And until the days of D's, I'm doin' what I please
Ease on down like the road
Depending on the mood, definitely into more
And you can catch a yellow brick
You need to run and tell your click
That the female in town is bringing it
Now listen, Mission Impossible
Keep it general like the hospital
Shake, rattle and roll, to rock wit' chu
The Pre to the C-I-S-E do
Let's get this thing to workin'
There's no reason to wait
The time is now to start it
We all could use the change
Do it till we get it, get it right
Till we get it
Ain't no doubt, "Cise" is gonna turn it out
Do it till we get
Stay with it and get it right
Do it till we get it
Never stop, Luther take it to the top
Do it till we get it
Take the time and get it right
Get all up in your back and down your spine
Got to keep it on track like the A train line
To the junction out in Brooklyn
What's your function
Keep you lookin' once again
As I punch in those lines like the SV-1200
Precise on the mic, you
But we gon' get top shot at the party
Started rockin'
And I got first dibs on the dark skinned kid
And I know just how to do it
To make it really nice
There's no mystery to it
Do it till you get it right
Do it till we get it, get it right
Till we get it
Ain't no doubt, "Cise" is gonna turn it out
Do it till we get
Stay with it and get it right
Do it till we get it
Never stop, Luther take it to the top
Do it till we get it
Take the time and get it right
Feels so good to get it
Get it
It's so good to get it
Get it, get it right
Feels so good to get it
Get it
It's so good to get it
Get it, get it right
And oh, don't give up now
We can make it, we can take it right to the top
Come on and never stop
Oh, and let's reach for the sky
And if we keep believing we can never go too high
Why don't we give it a try
Come on and keep reaching up
And don't you worry
No, you won't use up your stuff
No way to get enough
Do it till we get it right
And even if it takes from morning till way into night
We got to
Do it till we get it, get it right
Till we get it
Ain't no doubt, "Cise" is gonna turn it out
Do it till we get
Stay with it and get it right
Do it till we get it
Never stop, Luther take it to the top
Do it till we get it
Take the time and get it right
Till we get it
Ain't no doubt, "Cise" is gonna turn it out
Do it till we get it
Stay with it and get it right
Never stop, Luther take ya to the tpo
Do it till we get it
Take the time and get it right
How y'all feeling tonight
Better hold on tight
Throw your hands in the air If you're getting it right
What we got you'll like
But it's not quite the regular jam
Luther and Precise
How y'all feeling tonight
Better hold on tight
Throw your hands in the air if you're getting it right
What we got you'll like
But it's not quite your regular jam
Luther and Precise
The song 'Get It Right' by Luther Vandross is a groove-driven track that encourages listeners to keep pushing until they get things to work out. The song begins with an introduction in which Luther acknowledges that the track may be considered risky for his usual style, but he assures listeners that they will enjoy it once they give it a chance. The lyrics are dotted with references to music production- including the use of keyboards and the SV-1200- which suggests the song may be self-referential in nature. The verses incentivize listeners to keep going- whether it be punching in on the mic or pushing towards success- and to never give up until they get things right.
The song's chorus is a repetitive affirmation of the song's message- "Do it till we get it right/Ain't no doubt 'Cise is gonna turn it out/Never stop, Luther take it to the top/Take the time and get it right." The verses are delivered in an upbeat rap style that is balanced by Vandross's classic R&B vocals on the chorus. The overall theme of the song is one of perseverance and the drive for success. The song's title and lyrics suggest that there is always room for improvement, but with hard work and dedication, anything is possible.
Line by Line Meaning
Morning
As the day begins, Luther Vandross introduces his new track to his fans.
Some of y'all may think
Luther acknowledges the possibility that some of his fans may believe that this next track is too risky for him to perform.
That this next track
Luther is referring to the song that he is going to perform.
A little risky for a Luther joint
Luther suspects that some fans may think this song differs from his usual style of music and may not be well-received.
But all you gotta do is listen to get it
Luther believes that if his fans listen closely, they will eventually understand and enjoy the song.
Get it right
Luther wants his fans to understand his message and feel the groove of his song.
Alright, ch'all, lets start from number one
Luther begins the musical journey and asks his fans to follow, starting from the beginning.
And get down till it's done
Luther wants his fans to enjoy the track and continue dancing until the music ends.
Now watch this sketch as I stretch this mall
Luther is confident in his musical ability and is going to show his fans what he can do.
Too live to drive so we put it in park
Luther is feeling energized, and since he can't drive, he puts his music in park and lets his fans experience the ride with him.
With Luther hoping that you feeling his groove
Luther desires that his fans resonate with his music and feel the rhythm.
Get you open on the instruments too, one two, one two
Luther wants his fans to enjoy the instrumentation alongside the lyrics.
And I say, jottin' down the lines
Luther emphasizing his involvement in every aspect of his music.
Like dots on the Parkway
Luther compares his lyrics to dots on a parkway to connote that his lyrics' interlocking and interconnected quality creates a scenic experience for the listener.
My Auntie Eloise say stay on your Q's and P's
Luther's Auntie Eloise advises him to be careful and mindful in all things he does.
And until the days of D's, I'm doin' what I please
Luther recognizes that there may be obligations based on the different aspects and stages of life, but he will do what he loves as long as he can.
Ease on down like the road
Luther is taking things smooth and easy like a well-paved road.
Depending on the mood, definitely into more
Luther is versatile and can cater to different moods in his music, exploring different forms and genres.
And you can catch a yellow brick
Luther makes a reference to 'The Wiz' by stating that the journey through the music is one of many adventures, and fans can follow the yellow-brick road wherever it goes.
You need to run and tell your click
Luther's fans should share the experience of the music with their friends and family.
That the female in town is bringing it
Luther is acknowledging the female musicians and singers that are doing well in the industry and adding to the amazing music culture.
Now listen, Mission Impossible
Luther will accomplish the impossible through his music.
Keep it general like the hospital
Luther wants his fans to be able to relate to his music, just like how general hospitals accommodate different cases of illnesses.
Shake, rattle and roll, to rock wit' chu
Luther wants his fans to shake, rattle, and roll with his music and rock alongside him as he performs.
The Pre to the C-I-S-E do
This line refers to the feature on this song, PreCISE. It is a hint for the audience to be ready for his verse.
Let's get this thing to workin'
Luther is asking for everyone to come together and make this musical project successful.
There's no reason to wait
Luther desires quick and efficient action from his fans to ensure the project's success.
The time is now to start it
Luther believes that the perfect time to start is always the now.
We all could use the change
Luther is referring to the fact that everybody needs a break from their mundane routine to refresh their mind and experience something new.
Do it till we get it, get it right
Luther wants his fans to keep striving until they achieve success in the field they want.
Ain't no doubt, 'Cise' is gonna turn it out
Luther is confident that PreCISE will contribute his best to the song.
Stay with it and get it right
Luther is asking his listeners to stick with the journey, enjoy the flow of the music, and experience all the genres it encompasses.
Never stop, Luther take it to the top
Luther is willing to take the lead and do whatever it takes to bring his music to the pinnacle of success.
Take the time and get it right
Luther wants his fans to be meticulous and careful in everything they do, giving their best shot possible.
Feels so good to get it
Luther believes that the best feeling in life is accomplishing something after putting in effort.
And oh, don't give up now
Luther acknowledges that sometimes the journey can be challenging, and it's easy for someone to give up. He wants his fans to keep pushing and never stop.
We can make it, we can take it right to the top
Luther wants his fans to envision success and believe that they can achieve it.
Come on and never stop
Luther encourages his fans to continue bringing their best, never giving up, and pushing through the obstacles that come their way.
Oh, and let's reach for the sky
Luther desires that his fans dream big and achieve all their goals, pushing their limits further each time.
And if we keep believing we can never go too high
Luther believes that if they keep pushing their limits and stay motivated, they can go as high as they want.
Why don't we give it a try
Luther wants his listeners to take on this journey and strive for success with him.
Come on and keep reaching up
Luther encourages his audience to keep reaching for new heights and not settle for less.
And don't you worry
Luther assures his fans that some temporary setbacks won't hinder their progress or distract from their ultimate goal.
No, you won't use up your stuff
Luther believes that his fans' talents and abilities are infinite, so they should not measure it in just one task or activity.
No way to get enough
Luther believes that his fans should never stop exploring new things, identities, and versions of themselves to feel accomplished.
And even if it takes from morning till way into the night
Luther acknowledges that hard work may be required to accomplish something meaningful and desires that his fans keep pushing themselves no matter how long it will take.
We got to
Luther is determined to succeed, and he wants his fans to have the same motivation and determination.
How y'all feeling tonight
Luther is in a live performance and wants to know how his fans are feeling.
Better hold on tight
Luther will give his fans an exciting performance and afraid he might blow them away.
Throw your hands in the air if you're getting it right
Luther wants his fans to wave their hands in the air if they're enjoying the music and experiencing success in their life ventures.
What we got you'll like
Luther assures that the music they got to offer to them will be satisfying to the listener.
But it's not quite the regular jam
Luther acknowledges that the music they got to offer isn't just another one of those typical songs without a purpose. Rather, it holds a unique message and a journey.
Luther and Precise
Luther Acknowledges that the music performance features him and Precise.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Royalty Network, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Marcus Miller, Luther Vandross
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