"Outstanding" is a song originally performed by the Gap Band and written by member Raymond Calhoun. The song originally appeared on the group's platinum-selling 1982 album Gap Band IV. It is one of their signature songs and biggest hits, reaching the number one spot on the U.S. R&B Singles Chart in February 1983. "Outstanding" peaked at number 51 on the Billboard Hot 100.[2]
| "Outstanding" | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Single by the Gap Band | ||||
| from the album Gap Band IV | ||||
| B-side | "The Boys Are Back in Town" | |||
| Released | November 1982 | |||
| Recorded | 1982 | |||
| Genre | Funk[1] | |||
| Length | 3:19 (album version) 6:13 (extended version) | |||
| Label | Total Experience | |||
| Songwriter(s) | Raymond Calhoun | |||
| The Gap Band singles chronology | ||||
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Chart positions
edit| Chart (1982) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| UK Singles Chart | 68 |
| US Billboard Hot 100 | 51 |
| US Billboard Hot Black Singles | 1 |
Cover versions
editThe song was later covered by British singer Kenny Thomas in 1990. It reached number 12 on the UK Singles Chart.[3] In 1999, footballer Andy Cole signed to WEA/Warner Music and released his version of "Outstanding" with added rap verses. Cole's version reached number 68 on the UK Singles Chart.[4]
References
edit- ^ La Haine/Métisse - Original Soundtrack | Songs, Reviews, Credits | AllMusic
- ^ Whitburn, Joel (2004). Top R&B/Hip-Hop Singles: 1942-2004. Record Research. p. 223.
- ^ "Outstanding | full Official Chart History | Official Charts Company". Official Charts. Retrieved March 12, 2020.
- ^ "ANDY COLE | full Official Chart History | Official Charts Company". Official Charts.
External links
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