Let's Groove — Earth, Wind & Fire 1981 hit single
Let's Groove — 1981 single by Earth, Wind & Fire from the album Raise! Blends dance funk, R&B and pop; reached No.3 in US/UK, spent eight weeks atop R&B chart, went platinum and remains a signature hit.
"Let's Groove" is a 1981 single by the American R&B and funk group Earth, Wind & Fire. It appears on their album Raise! and became one of the ensemble's most commercially successful recordings.
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Overview
Released in late 1981, the song blends dance-oriented funk and R&B with pop production. The recording helped sustain the band's popularity into the 1980s and is frequently cited among their signature tracks.
Chart performance
- The single reached number three on the pop singles chart in the United States.
- It also climbed to number three on the mainstream singles chart in the United Kingdom.
- On the Hot Soul Singles (R&B) chart, the track held the number one position for eight weeks.
Sales and recognition
The recording was certified platinum by the RIAA for selling over one million copies in the United States. Its enduring popularity has kept it in regular rotation on classic R&B and dance playlists.
Credits
The composition and production involved members of the band's creative team; the song is frequently credited to the group's core writers and contributors. As with many of their hits, the track showcases the polished arrangements and vocal harmonies that defined the band's sound.
For more on the song as a musical work, see the general entry for this song.
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