About the song
n the world of music, there are songs that transcend time and genre, leaving an indelible mark on our collective consciousness. “Grease” is one such song, written by the legendary Barry Gibb and recorded by the iconic Frankie Valli. Released in May 1978, this title track for the musical motion picture Grease has become an anthem of the greaser lifestyle, selling over seven million copies worldwide and cementing its place in the annals of music history.
The song’s origins date back to the 1971 stage play Grease, which was later adapted into a film in 1978. Barry Gibb was commissioned to compose a new title song for the film, which would become one of four songs written specifically for the movie that had not been part of the original stage production. The song’s production was a collaborative effort, featuring a talented array of musicians, including Peter Frampton, The Sweet Inspirations, and the Bee Gees themselves.
Frankie Valli, known for his powerful vocals and iconic status as the lead singer of The Four Seasons, was approached to provide the vocals for “Grease”. Despite suffering from severe hearing loss at the time, Valli accepted the challenge, bringing his signature sound to the song. The result was a timeless classic that has become synonymous with the 1950s and 1960s, yet still resonates with audiences today.
In this introduction, we will delve into the fascinating story behind the creation of “Grease”, exploring the song’s origins, production, and reception. We will also examine the song’s enduring popularity, its impact on popular culture, and its place in the pantheon of great songs. So, let’s get ready to hand-jive our way back to the fabulous 1950s and experience the magic of “Grease” like never before.
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Lyrics
… I solve my problems, and I see the light
We got a lovin’ thing, we gotta feed it right
There ain’t no danger we can go too far
We start believing now that we can be who we are
Grease is the word
… They think our love is just a growing pain
Why don’t they understand, it’s just a crying shame
Their lips are lying, only real is real
We stop the fight right now, we got to be what we feel
Grease is the word
… It’s got a groove, it’s got a meaning
Grease is the time, is the place, is the motion
Grease is the way we are feeling
… We take the pressure and we throw away
Conventionality belongs to yesterday
There is a chance that we can make it so far
We start believing now that we can be who we are
Grease is the word
… It’s got a groove, it’s got a meaning
Grease is the time, is the place, is the motion
Now, grease is the way we are feeling
… This is a life of illusion
Wrapped up in trouble
Laced with confusion
What we doing here?
… We take the pressure and we throw away
Conventionality belongs to yesterday
There is a chance that we can make it so far
We start believing now that we can be who we are
Grease is the word
… It’s got a groove, it’s got a meaning
Grease is the time, is the place, is the motion
Now, grease is the way we are feeling
… It’s got a groove, it’s got a meaning
Grease is the time, is the place, is the motion
Now, grease is the way we are feeling
… Grease is the word
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