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"People Everyday" is the first hit single for rap/hip-hop group Arrested Development. It was released in 1992, taken from their critically acclaimed album 3 Years, 5 Months & 2 Days in the Life Of....
It uses the chorus and basic structure of Sly & the Family Stone's 1969 hit "Everyday People," with new verses written by lead singer Speech. He also sings the lead, with additional lyrics sung by Dionne Farris, who is not an official member of the group.
The song was their first hit on both sides of the Atlantic, reaching #8 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 and becoming their biggest hit in the United Kingdom, reaching #2 in the UK Singles Chart in November 1992, being kept off the top spot by Boyz II Men's song End Of The Road.
In 2005, Kardinal Offishall released the single "Everyday (Rudebwoy)," which contains a sample of "People Everyday". In 2008, it was covered by Musiq Soulchild Featuring Estelle for the movie Tyler Perry's Meet The Browns.
The song has also been used on Australian TV for Australian Post commercials.
This is very welcomed reminder just how wonderful this track is. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteSAGE: SUCH A MOVING TRACK, GLAD YOU APPRECIATE IT.
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