Sing a Song (Earth, Wind & Fire song)
| "Sing a Song" | |
|---|---|
| Song | |
| B-side | "Sing a Song (Instrumental)" |
"Sing a Song" is a hit song by R&B/funk band, Earth, Wind & Fire, which was written by Maurice White and Al McKay. It was released in 1975 and included on the band's 1975 double-live album, Gratitude. "Sing a Song" spent two weeks at number one on the R&B singles chart in January 1976, and it was also successful on the pop chart, peaking at number five on the Billboard Hot 100.[1] "Sing a Song" was also a hit on the disco/dance chart peaking at number five.[2]
Reception
"Sing a Song" is regarded as one of their most popular songs,[citation needed] and it was certified Platinum by the RIAA for selling over one million copies.[3][4]
Covers
"Sing a Song" was covered by the gospel band Point of Grace on their Platinum album, Life Love & Other Mysteries. Gospel group Take 6 covered the song as the opening track for their 1996 album, Brothers.[5]
Appearances in other media
"Sing a Song" has been featured in the films Something's Gotta Give and The Color of Friendship.
Chart positions
| Chart (1976) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| U.S. Billboard Hot 100 | 5 |
| U.S. Billboard Hot Dance Club Play | 5 |
| U.S. Billboard Hot Soul Singles | 1 |
See also
References
- ^ Whitburn, Joel (2004). Top R&B/Hip-Hop Singles: 1942-2004. Record Research. p. 179.
- ^ Whitburn, Joel (2004). Hot Dance/Disco: 1974-2003. Record Research. p. 86.
- ^ RIAA Certification for Sing A Song
- ^ "Rock Music, etc., Terms". spider.georgetowncollege.edu. Retrieved 2009-03-23.
- ^ "Soulidified overview". Allmusic.com.
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