C'mon People
Paul McCartney
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Well we're going to, yeah we're going to Get it right this time. We're going to really going to Raise it to the sky. People are ready to forgive a few mistakes But let's get started, form a party Don't you know how long it takes [Chorus:] C'mon people let the fun begin. We've got a future and it's rushing in. Call all the minstrels from the ancient shrine. Pass down the message that it's right this time. Well I'm trying to, yeah I'm crying to Lay it on the line. We're trying to, really dying to Get it right this time. So many yearning for the way it's gonna be. Believe it when you see it happening to you., You know it's real. C'mon people let the world begin. We've got a future and it's charging in. We'll make the best of all we have, and more. We'll do what never has been done before. Oh yeah. Well I'm going to, yeah I'm going to Get it right this time. I'm going to, really going to Raise it to the sky. I must admit I may have made a few mistakes, But let's get started, from a party Don't you know how long it takes! [Chorus] So c'mon people let the fun begin. We've got a future and it's rushing in. Call all the minstrels from the ancient shrine. Pass down the message that it's right this time. Oh yeah. C'mon people let the world begin. We've got a future and it's charging in. Now C'mon people.
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Written by: Paul James McCartney
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10 facts about this song
Song Origin"C'mon People" is a song written and performed by English musician Paul McCartney. Released in 1993, it has since become one of the classic songs in McCartney's repertoire.
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Album InformationThe song is from McCartney's album "Off the Ground." The album itself peaked at number 5 on the UK Albums Chart and number 17 on the Billboard 200 in the U.S.
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Single Release"C'mon People", a single from the album, was released on 22 February 1993.
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Positive MessageKnown for positive and inspirationally charged lyrics, "C'mon People" echoes messages of unity, peace, and hope for a better future. McCartney uses the song as a plea to the listeners to come together and make the world a better place.
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InfluenceThe song was believed to be heavily influenced by the music of the 1960s, which was characterized by a strong emphasis on love, peace, and harmony. This reflects McCartney's own background and music aesthetics, as he was one of the most influential figures from that transformative era.
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Music VideoThe music video of "C'mon People" is shot in a futuristic yet rustic setting, intended to reflect a post-apocalyptic environment. The video suggests that in spite of the desolate surroundings, hope and unity can still prevail.
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Other AppearancesApart from the album "Off the Ground", "C'mon People" also appears in the compilation album, "Paul McCartney's Standing Stone", released in 1997.
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Live Performances"C'mon People" became a fixture in McCartney's live performances. It was performed during his 1993 world tour and was also included in the "Paul Is Live" album, recorded during the tour.
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Backing VocalistsMcCartney brought together an impressive line-up of backing vocalists for the recording of "C'mon People". The list included Linda McCartney, his wife, and Hamish Stuart, an accomplished musician who has worked with artists such as Aretha Franklin.
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PromotionTo promote the song, McCartney made appearances on television shows, including MTV Unplugged, where he performed an acoustic version of the song.
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