In the late 1970s, Skyy signed to Salsoul Records. After several albums that saw moderate success in the R&B market, the group crossed over to the mainstream in a big way with the release of the Skyy Line album in late 1981. Featured on this album was the single "Call Me," which gave the group their first (and only, to date) top 40 hit on the pop charts, peaking at #26 in 1982. It also became the first of several #1 R&B hits for Skyy. Meanwhile, the group continued to record for the Salsoul label up through the release of their 1984 Inner City album (Salsoul would fold in 1985), scoring several additional hits on the R&B chart during that time.
In the mid-1980s, the group signed with Capitol Records and released their next album, From the Left Side in 1986. Apart from the top ten R&B single, "Givin' It (to You)," the album saw limited success, and the group left Capitol soon thereafter.
Things were looking rather bleak for the band by the late 1980s. However, after signing to Atlantic Records, Skyy launched a major comeback in 1989 with the release of their extremely successful Start of a Romance album. This release spun off two consecutive #1 R&B singles, with both the title track ("Start of a Romance") and the Quiet Storm classic, "Real Love" claiming the top spot. "Real Love" also became the group's second and final crossover pop hit peaking at #47 on the Top 50 Billboard charts in early 1990. The first single released from the album, "Love All the Way" had also cracked the R&B top 50. Unfortunately, by the release of the Nearer to You album in 1992, the hits had again dried up, and the band has not released a new studio album since then.
Let's Celebrate
Skyy Lyrics
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Loving each other, needing each other
Let’s celebrate
Loving each other, needing each other
You got all of my life
You got all of me
And all we need is each other
You got me feelin’ high
Feel like I’m walking on clouds
Don’t ever wanna come down
Let’s celebrate
Loving each other, needing each other
Let’s celebrate
Loving each other, needing each other
Let’s celebrate {We want to celebrate your love}
Loving each other, needing each other
Let’s celebrate {We want to celebrate your love}
Loving each other, needing each other
Let’s celebrate {We want to celebrate your love}
Loving each other, needing each other
Let’s celebrate {We want to celebrate your love}
Loving each other, needing each other
When you talk to me I know that is there
I can feel the need, I know you care
Don’t you see, baby, you make me feel so good inside
I wanna celebrate every day that our love lasts
You helped me forget about my past
You might think I’m goin’ insane, hey, baby
Just break it the champagne
I wanna celebrate our love, oh, baby
Just you and me
We’ll be together, baby
Feel like I’m in love, baby
Come on and celebrate our love
Let’s celebrate
Loving each other, needing each other
Let’s celebrate
Let’s celebrate (Feel like I’m walking on clouds)
Loving each other, needing each other (Don’t wanna, wanna come
down)
Let’s celebrate (Love is in the air, love’s everywhere)
Loving each other, needing each other
Let’s celebrate {We want to celebrate your love}
Loving each other, needing each other (Let’s celebrate our
love)
Let’s celebrate {We want to celebrate your love}
Loving each other, needing each other
Let’s celebrate {We want to celebrate your love}
The lyrics of Skyy's song Let's Celebrate convey a deep appreciation and acknowledgment of the love that two individuals share. The song emphasizes the importance of supporting and needing each other in a relationship. The repeated line, "Loving each other, needing each other" reinforces the idea that love isn't just a feeling, but also an active choice to be there for the person you care about. The song also touches on the idea of leaving behind negative experiences and embracing the positivity of a newfound relationship. The line "You helped me forget about my past" acknowledges the healing power of love and finding someone who makes you feel good inside.
The chorus, "Let's celebrate," can be seen as a call to action, encouraging listeners to revel in the joy and happiness of being in love. The lyrics "Feel like I'm walking on clouds, Don't ever wanna come down," express the euphoric feeling that being in love can bring. The final line, "We want to celebrate your love," addresses the listener directly, inviting them to join in the celebration and appreciation of love.
This song conveys an uplifting message about the power of love to bring people together, heal past hurts, and create joy. It serves as a reminder to cherish and celebrate the love that we have in our lives.
Line by Line Meaning
Let’s celebrate
We want to express our joy and happiness
Loving each other, needing each other
Our love for each other is strong and essential
You got all of my life
You have my whole heart and soul
You got all of me
I am completely devoted to you
And all we need is each other
We don't need anything or anyone else to be happy
And that’s all we need, all we need
Our love is enough for us to thrive
You got me feelin’ high
Being with you makes me feel ecstatic
Feel like I’m walking on clouds
I feel like I'm floating on air
Don’t ever wanna come down
I never want this feeling to end
When you talk to me I know that is there
I feel your presence and love when we communicate
I can feel the need, I know you care
I sense your desire for me and your love for me
Don’t you see, baby, you make me feel so good inside
Your love and presence bring me immense joy and fulfillment
I wanna celebrate every day that our love lasts
I want to appreciate and cherish our love every day
You helped me forget about my past
You have helped me move on from my past and focus on our future
You might think I’m goin’ insane, hey, baby
My love and excitement may seem overwhelming, but I can't help it
Just break it the champagne
Let's open a bottle of champagne to celebrate our love
I wanna celebrate our love, oh, baby
I want to express and enjoy our love
Just you and me
Our love is all that matters, and we are enough for each other
We’ll be together, baby
We will always be together through thick and thin
Feel like I’m in love, baby
I am deeply and passionately in love with you
Come on and celebrate our love
Let's celebrate our strong and beautiful love
Love is in the air, love’s everywhere
Our love is evident and present everywhere
Contributed by Mia C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@vbmcclary
Here I am the summer of 2022 and I'm walking thru a dept store and they're playing this song. I haven't heard this song in forever so I get in my car and straight to YouTube to find it...made my day 😊
@georgevega4019
I graduated high school in 1982 and Skyy was one of the bands playing at our grad nite in Disneyland. Good memories.
@i.r.6397
I love this jam. I was 12 years old when it was released in 1981. I still listen to it, and I always will💙
@jrmitch3119
Me too, I was 10. I remember riding on a school bus going on a picnic and my teacher played it on a cassette tape🥰. I ❤️ d it then and I ❤️ it now.
@MrTnator25
I was 13 😁
@adr1ano1987
Hello auntie. I wasn't born yet
@NORTREB
I was 22! lol
@ClassStors
I was 13. This song still gives me great memories.
@audreyedwards1423
This is one of those tunes that really hit's you in the gut reminiscing on the real great times. I so love this tune! 🎶💃❤
@vieuxbal1253
The 80s truly were a great era especially for funk music. The basslines were simply amazing and justified a whole song’s value. It was much easier to remember the bassline than the lyrics. It was great art and Skyy is definitely one of the greats of funk music.