Made It Back
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"Made It Back" is a song by Beverley Knight
, released as the first single from her second studio album
, Prodigal Sista
. It was also the first single Knight released on EMI
controlled Parlophone
Records after she signed a four album deal with the label in 1997 after disagreements with her previous label, Dome Records. The release instantly proved that Knight had made the right decision after it entered the UK Singles Chart
at #21 - her highest charting single up to that point. Featuring US rap star Redman, the song was nominated for Best Single at the 1998 MOBO Awards
in London
, which Knight lost out on to Another Level's "Freak Me". However, Knight went on to win Best R&B Act.
The single also included an enhanced section featuring the video
for Made It Back.
and sees Knight walking through deserted streets. The deserted streets depict the lyrics "I made it back, from a place called nowhere". This version was directed by Matt Broadley.
ed version of the first single from the Beverley Knight's second studio album, Prodigal Sista
. The song, released in April 1999, was the first to be taken from a re-packaged version of the album. Made It Back 99 contained the same lyrics and vocals of the original release, but instead featured a more funk/R&B induced production provided by TNT and Mike Spencer
, who introduced a sample of Chic's
"So Fine
" into the song. The single became Knight's first top 20 single in the United Kingdom when it peaked at #19 upon its release. It was supported by a re-released version of Prodigal Sista, which contained the single and two other remixes. A second promotional video was also created, but like the original, did not feature Redman.
CD 2:
.
"Made It Back 99" contains a sample of "So Fine", performed by Chic and written by Edwards & Rodgers (1981)
Beverley Knight
Beverley Knight MBE is a British soul and R&B singer, songwriter, and record producer who released her debut album in 1995. Heavily influenced by soul greats such as Sam Cooke and Aretha Franklin, Knight has released six studio albums to date...
, released as the first single from her second studio album
Album
An album is a collection of recordings, released as a single package on gramophone record, cassette, compact disc, or via digital distribution. The word derives from the Latin word for list .Vinyl LP records have two sides, each comprising one half of the album...
, Prodigal Sista
Prodigal Sista
Prodigal Sista is the second studio album by British soul singer, Beverley Knight released in August 1998. The album was the first to be released by Knight under her new contract with Parlophone Records, with whom she had signed a four album deal with in 1997 after leaving her previous label, Dome...
. It was also the first single Knight released on EMI
EMI
The EMI Group, also known as EMI Music or simply EMI, is a multinational music company headquartered in London, United Kingdom. It is the fourth-largest business group and family of record labels in the recording industry and one of the "big four" record companies. EMI Group also has a major...
controlled Parlophone
Parlophone
Parlophone is a record label that was founded in Germany in 1896 by the Carl Lindström Company as Parlophon. The British branch was formed in 1923 as "Parlophone" which developed a reputation in the 1920s as a leading jazz label. It was acquired in 1927 by the Columbia Graphophone Company which...
Records after she signed a four album deal with the label in 1997 after disagreements with her previous label, Dome Records. The release instantly proved that Knight had made the right decision after it entered the UK Singles Chart
UK Singles Chart
The UK Singles Chart is compiled by The Official Charts Company on behalf of the British record-industry. The full chart contains the top selling 200 singles in the United Kingdom based upon combined record sales and download numbers, though some media outlets only list the Top 40 or the Top 75 ...
at #21 - her highest charting single up to that point. Featuring US rap star Redman, the song was nominated for Best Single at the 1998 MOBO Awards
MOBO Awards
The Music of Black Origin Awards, established in 1995 by Kanya King MBE and Andy Ruffell, are held annually in the United Kingdom to recognise artists of any ethnicity or nationality performing black music....
in London
London
London is the capital city of :England and the :United Kingdom, the largest metropolitan area in the United Kingdom, and the largest urban zone in the European Union by most measures. Located on the River Thames, London has been a major settlement for two millennia, its history going back to its...
, which Knight lost out on to Another Level's "Freak Me". However, Knight went on to win Best R&B Act.
Track list
CD:- "Made It Back" (featuring Redman)
- "Made It Back" (C Swing Mix)
- "Made It Back" (Brooklyn Funk Club Mix)
- "Made It Back" (Without Rap)
The single also included an enhanced section featuring the video
Music video
A music video or song video is a short film integrating a song and imagery, produced for promotional or artistic purposes. Modern music videos are primarily made and used as a marketing device intended to promote the sale of music recordings...
for Made It Back.
Music video
The video for "Made It Back" was filmed in New York CityNew York City
New York is the most populous city in the United States and the center of the New York Metropolitan Area, one of the most populous metropolitan areas in the world. New York exerts a significant impact upon global commerce, finance, media, art, fashion, research, technology, education, and...
and sees Knight walking through deserted streets. The deserted streets depict the lyrics "I made it back, from a place called nowhere". This version was directed by Matt Broadley.
Charts
| Chart | Peak Position |
|---|---|
| UK Singles Chart UK Singles Chart The UK Singles Chart is compiled by The Official Charts Company on behalf of the British record-industry. The full chart contains the top selling 200 singles in the United Kingdom based upon combined record sales and download numbers, though some media outlets only list the Top 40 or the Top 75 ... |
21 |
Personnel
- Written by Knight, Drakes, Shorten, Noble
- Lyrics written by Beverley Knight
- Melody created by Beverley Knight
- Produced by Dodge
- All vocals performed and arranged by Beverley Knight
- Additional vocals provided by Redman
- Recorded at Inside Sound Studio, Roundhouse Recording Studios and Mirror Image West NYC Studios
- Engineered by Sheridan TongueSheridan TongueSheridan Tongue is a BAFTA-nominated British television and film music composer. He has written and produced music for many television shows including the BBC's Wonders of the Universe and Wonders of the Solar System, Silent Witness and Spooks , the score for which achieved a BAFTA Television...
, Tommy Uzzo and Jon P. - Mixed by Dodge and Jon P.
Made It Back 99
"Made It Back 99" is a remixRemix
A remix is an alternative version of a recorded song, made from an original version. This term is also used for any alterations of media other than song ....
ed version of the first single from the Beverley Knight's second studio album, Prodigal Sista
Prodigal Sista
Prodigal Sista is the second studio album by British soul singer, Beverley Knight released in August 1998. The album was the first to be released by Knight under her new contract with Parlophone Records, with whom she had signed a four album deal with in 1997 after leaving her previous label, Dome...
. The song, released in April 1999, was the first to be taken from a re-packaged version of the album. Made It Back 99 contained the same lyrics and vocals of the original release, but instead featured a more funk/R&B induced production provided by TNT and Mike Spencer
Mike Spencer
Mike Spencer is an English record producer.Mike Spencer is primarily known for his production work with successful commercial pop acts such as Jamiroquai, Kylie Minogue and Newton Faulkner....
, who introduced a sample of Chic's
Chic (band)
Chic was an African American disco and R&B band that was organized during 1976 by guitarist Nile Rodgers and bassist Bernard Edwards. It is known best for its commercially successful disco songs, including "Dance, Dance, Dance " , "Everybody Dance" , "Le Freak" , "I Want Your Love" , "Good Times"...
"So Fine
So Fine
So Fine is the fifth studio album and the sixth overall release by singer/songwriter duo Loggins and Messina, released in 1975 .It consists of a collection of covers of Fifties and Sixties rock, country and rockabilly songs....
" into the song. The single became Knight's first top 20 single in the United Kingdom when it peaked at #19 upon its release. It was supported by a re-released version of Prodigal Sista, which contained the single and two other remixes. A second promotional video was also created, but like the original, did not feature Redman.
Track list
CD 1:- "Made It Back '99" (featuring Redman) (TNT Good Times Mix)
- "ThinkThink (About It)"Think " is a funk song recorded by Lyn Collins and released as a single on James Brown's People Records in 1972. The recording was produced by Brown and featured instrumental backing from his band The J.B.'s...
" - "Flavour of the Old SchoolFlavour of the Old School"Flavour of the Old School" is a song by British soul singer Beverley Knight, released as her debut single. The track, which peaked at number fifty on the UK Singles Chart when it was released in March 1995, was accompanied by a low budget video that saw Knight in the recording studio singing...
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CD 2:
- "Made It Back '99" (Featuring Redman & Specialist) (TNT Good Times 12" Mix)
- "Made It Back '99" (TNT Good Times 7" Mix - video version, without rap)
- "Made It Back '99" (Booker T Night Time Dub)
- "Made It Back" (featuring Redman) (Original Album Version)
Charts
| Chart | Peak Position |
|---|---|
| UK Singles Chart UK Singles Chart The UK Singles Chart is compiled by The Official Charts Company on behalf of the British record-industry. The full chart contains the top selling 200 singles in the United Kingdom based upon combined record sales and download numbers, though some media outlets only list the Top 40 or the Top 75 ... |
19 |
Music video
The video for "Made It Back 99" was filmed in an underground club, seemingly in a deserted warehouse with lots of extras dancing, creating a party atmosphere. This version was shot by Jake NavaJake Nava
Jake Nava was born on 17 August and grew up in northern London. He currently lives in eastern London.He graduated from the University of WestministerJake Nava is an English-born music video and film director.-Filmography:MUSIC VIDEOS...
.
Personnel
- Written by Knight, Drakes, Shorten, Noble
- Lyrics written by Beverley Knight
- Melody created by Beverley Knight
- Produced by TNT and Mike SpencerMike SpencerMike Spencer is an English record producer.Mike Spencer is primarily known for his production work with successful commercial pop acts such as Jamiroquai, Kylie Minogue and Newton Faulkner....
- All vocals performed and arranged by Beverley Knight
- Additional vocals provided by Redman
- Recorded at Inside Sound Studio, Roundhouse StudiosThe RoundhouseThe Roundhouse is a Grade II* listed former railway engine shed in Chalk Farm, London, England, which has been converted into a performing arts and concert venue. It was originally built in 1847 as a roundhouse , a circular building containing a railway turntable, but was only used for railway...
and Mirror Image West NYC Studios - Engineered by Sheridan Tongue, Tommy Uzzo and Jon P.
- Mixed by Dodge and Jon P.
"Made It Back 99" contains a sample of "So Fine", performed by Chic and written by Edwards & Rodgers (1981)