Come on Baby I can feel the wind whipping past my face. Inspired by her state of mind while playing Etta James in the 2008 musical biopic Cadillac Records, Beyoncé wrote the song alongside Terius Nash and Shea … C Finally you put my love on top. [13][19][20] It is instrumentally complete with a thumping bassline, synthesizers, tribal drums, an electric piano, a guitar, a peppy saxophone,[21] and some backing vocals. [24] As stated by Scott Shetler of PopCrush, she constantly sings praises of her love interest in the first verse where she also seemingly sends him subtle digs as he did not give her his full attention in the past,[19] this being illustrated in lyrics such as, "after fighting through my fears [...] finally you've put me first. )"[111] Georgette Cline of The Boombox found similarities between the video for "Love On Top" and the earlier videos that Beyoncé made with Destiny's Child[112] while Sarah Anne Hughes of The Washington Post called the video fancy and an "obvious homage to New Edition's 'If It Isn't Love. A video has surfaced on the ever-giving internet of a talented little kid taking on Beyoncé's huge Love On Top. [155] In August 2020, the cast of Pitch Perfect performed a cover of the song and was part of a charity for Unicef, from the COVID-19 pandemic and the explosion of Beirut. [20] "The languid, synth-soul smoocher" allows for an "enjoyably euphoric tone" before she chimes in with "Bring the beat in! I remember seeing videos from New Edition, The Jackson 5 and the Temptations, bands I love for their beautiful harmonies, and precise choreography and I always wanted to make a video and be part of a boy group myself. You put my love on top, top, top, top, top. Come on baby. [citation needed] An a cappella version of the song was performed in 2016 as part of the setlist of The Formation World Tour. As we dance the night away. She sings about a person whom she can always call, even after facing grief and hard work, finally earning their love and respect. Songs: The Song That TV Made Famous", "Chart Juice: Mary J. Blige Notches Record-Extending Top 10 Single", "Chart Juice: Rihanna, Usher Roar Into Top 10", "Week Ending March 18, 2012. [109], Comparing the video with works by Stevie Wonder, Matthew Perpetua of Rolling Stone wrote, "compared to the over-the-top sensory overload of 'Countdown, ' the 'Love on Top' clip is very simple and straightforward, with the singer performing with backup singers and dancers in a spare room. "[10][27] Lyrically, the song finds Beyoncé as the female protagonist expressing the happiness she feels to have her love interest in her life. / I can feel the sun whenever you're near / Every time you "[104] A writer of OK! [132] She took the stage in "a purple spangly tuxedo jacket, black pants and white tuxedo shirt, still rocking her fierce six-inch heels of old, pregnant or not", as stated by Gil Kaufman of MTV News. "Love On Top" is a song recorded by American singer Beyoncé for her fourth studio album 4 (2011). [147] A writer for Take 40 Australia called it a "smooth performance". Come on baby. [133] Staff members of Rolling Stone called the performance "spectacular"[134] while Todd Martens of the Los Angeles Times called it "rousing". [26] Beyoncé's vocal range in the song spans from the low note of G3 to the high note of B5. However, he added that it proves to be a grower as it "ratchets up the key changes on the final third", further writing that Beyoncé's voice sounds "particularly impressive". [16] Ben Cardew of Music Week stated that "Love On Top" is summery and "laidback, rather than massively immediate". Boy your lips taste like a night of champagne. 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[79][80] Having spent 16 consecutive weeks on the Australian Singles Chart,[79] the song was certified double platinum by the Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA), denoting sales of 140,000 copies. Songs: Clarkson Sets 'Idol' Record", "Week Ending March 4, 2012. "[132] Staff members of the AOL's The Boombox commented that the lyrics of the song "felt especially meaningful" to announce her pregnancy to the world. Am Oh Oh! "[7] He also said the song was the "perfect and totally inverted fraternal twin" of another song on 4, being "Rather Die Young". [36], Becky Bain of the website Idolator viewed "Love On Top" as a "joyful tune that doubles as a throwback to a simpler time" and added that Beyoncé's energy is "infectious". Boy your lips taste like a night of champagne. "[23] Alexis Petridis of The Guardian praised Beyoncé's vocals and called "Love On Top" a "well-written" song.[32]. [90] On June 9, 2015, the British Phonographic Industry (BPI) certified "Love On Top" platinum, denoting sales of 600,000 copies in the country.[91]. [8] Priya Elan of the same publication commented that it has "100 watt smile lyrics". He also complimented the fact that the various key changes throughout the song "force Beyoncé out of her scold range and into some winningly girlish soprano whoops. You put my love on top, top, top, top, top. [44], "Love On Top" was named the greatest song of the decade (2010s) by Harper's Bazaar,[45] and the best song by a female artist of the decade by Uproxx. [24] Priya Elan of NME noted that "Love On Top" echoes Janet Jackson's "Whoops Now" (1995), Lionel Richie's "Dancing on the Ceiling" (1986) and the theme from My Two Dads. When I went into the studio I used the same passion, honesty, and approach with my vocals I channeled as Etta James. "[99] He went on to say, "[The video] was so cool. My love on top. It is energy and not ego that drives the constantly rising progression. Come on Baby. [128] Rebecca Thomas of MTV News was also positive about the performance, writing, "Without missing a step of the New Edition-inspired choreography, B powered through the song's modulations in an extended vocal showcase. Baby, baby I can hear the wind whipping past my face. Songs: Your '80s Party Mix-Tape", "Chart Juice: LoveRance Rises 'Up!' Ooh! Come on Baby. [78] "Love On Top" peaked at number 20 on the singles chart on November 6, 2011, and number 4 on the urban chart on October 17, 2011. [76] The following week, it debuted at number 9 of the Australian Urban Singles Chart,[77] and was the most added song to radios in Australia. "[37] Similarly, Joanne Dorken of MTV UK who described "Love On Top" as "scream[ing] 'classic disco', catchy, [being] more uptempo and differing from the rest of the album", concluded that the song shows Beyoncé's versatility and that it is "very Jackson 5". Come on Baby I can feel the wind whipping past my face. "Love on Top" is a song recorded by American singer Beyoncé for her fourth studio album 4 (2011). Vencedor do Reality Show Love on Top, TVI. "Love on Top" is a song recorded by American singer Beyoncé for her fourth studio album 4 (2011). Made with Hookpad Musical Sketchpad. "[107] Jenna Hally Rubenstein of MTV Buzzworthy wrote that the video was similar to Michael Jackson's Dangerous era adding, "While some might say the basic concept of Beyoncé's 'Love on Top' video is too straightforward, we actually think it's amazing – just let Beyoncé sing, dance, look fuhLAWless and wear a cute hat! [20] Genevieve Koski of The A.V. "[110] Similarly, Leah Collins of Dose magazine wrote, "New jack swing dance moves and costume changes are pretty much the focus of this one. Critics generally commended the simplicity of the video, the wardrobe changes with every key change, and Beyoncé's youthful exuberance throughout the clip. You put my love on top, top, top, top, top. [124][125] Beyoncé started singing the song by saying, "Atlantic City, snap your fingers". [21], According to the digital sheet music published at Musicnotes.com by EMI Music Publishing, "Love On Top" is mainly written in the key of C major with a tempo of 99.2 beats per minute. "http":"https";t.getElementById(r)||(n=t.createElement(e),n.id=r,n.src=i+"://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js",s.parentNode.insertBefore(n,s))}(document,"script","twitter-wjs"); My love on top. I put my heart and soul into 'Love On Top' and I hope you love it. [139] It was stated that Beyoncé was in "typical Sasha Fierce fashion" while the performance was described as "ebullient". "[39] Jon Caramanica of The New York Times noted that the song was "slinky but nowhere near sexy" adding that it sounds like a song young Brandy Norwood would release. God Bless Beyonce. Love on Top Lyrics: Bring the beat in / Honey, honey / I can see the stars all the way from here / Can't you see the glow on the window pane? 2013-04-12T11:01:02Z. Still, she changes wardrobe with every key change as the song reaches its euphoric climax. [69] Before being sent for adds on any format on US radios, "Love On Top" debuted at number 36 on the BDS Urban AC National airplay chart issue dated October 29, 2011, having amassed 106 spins, including 55 in 7 days. Ao longo do programa, os anfitriões vão poder conhecer novos pretendentes. Come on baby. The Bellas' charitable "Love On Top" performance also includes a fun introduction from Pitch Perfect announcers, John Smith (John Michael Higgins) and Gail Abernathy-McKadden (Elizabeth Banks). My love on top. Guerra concluded that Beyoncé "rarely has sounded so charming, even as she soars through several key changes. Página Oficial. and the shot returns to them at rehearsal. Finally you put my love on top. "[106] Lisa Potter of Marie Claire also praised the energy and Beyoncé's figure in the video, writing, "The pregnant superstar puts on another energetic performance during the video, showing off her fabulous figure in a skimpy black leotard complete with a military fetish cap and Isabel Marant sneakers, before changing into a series of tailored suits. Ooo Ooo! มาเถอะที่รัก ให้ความรักฉันอยู่เหนือทุกอย่าง~~ Come on baby I can hear the wind whipping past my face. The music video for "Love On Top" was directed by Ed Burke and Beyoncé. G/A You're the only one I see. You put my love on top. Boy, your lips taste like a night of champagne [70] For the week ending March 3, 2012, it became Beyoncé's first number-one on the US Adult R&B Airplay chart. "[98] After the release of the full video, Johnny Gill told S2S magazine that he considers "Love On Top"'s video to be a tribute and that Beyoncé as well as her backup dancers did a great job of capturing New Edition's essence. Ooo Ooo! The song's musical composition, as well as Beyoncé's vocals and versatility, positively surprised critics. [49] At the 26th ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music Awards in 2013, "Love On Top" received the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Song award. My love on top. In his opinion, that is why "she is one of the greatest living performers. I have worked very hard on this video, this song is special to me and I had an idea for the video based on some of my favorite male groups. "[7] In this way, the word "baby" is said about 24 times throughout the song. [127] Tris McCall of New Jersey On-Line noted that she "made the most of each modulation and break" while performing the song. You put my love on top, top, top, top, top You put my love on top Ooh, ooh, come on, baby! Baby, baby, I can hear the wind whipping past my face As we dance the night away. "[132] She kept her dancing to a minimum for most of the song as she held onto the microphone stand while singing "Love On Top". [74] In Ireland, "Love On Top" made its debut at number 47 on September 8, 2011. Ooh ooh! [156], Credits to the song were adapted from 4's liner notes.[1]. D/F# Ooo! [132] As she performed, her blond hair blowing in the wind, and backed by six dancers wearing similar shimmering tuxes, Beyoncé gave new meaning to the lyrics: "Now everybody asks me why I'm smiling out from ear to ear. What else do you people need?! "[103] That was echoed by Andrew Martin of Prefix Magazine who called the video "super-simplistic, albeit effective. ", introducing "a mid-album interlude of mid-[19]80s pop", as stated by Andy Gill of The Independent as well as Hamish MacBain of NME. You put my love on top, top, top, top, top. 4 talking about this. "[108] Maura Johnston of The Village Voice described the video as a direct homage to New Edition's "If It Isn't Love" but added that when the song's key changes start, "Beyoncé and her posse of backup dancers get a bit brassier and fancier". 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