Where music meets an amazing community like the Vibes Web3 Music Competition Week 20, magic happens. For my entry, I picked the motivational song “You Gotta Be” by Des’ree. This beautiful song was recorded in 1994. However, the lyrics are relevant in today’s society as people need to be strong and accept themselves no matter what. The first time I heard about the song was on September 1st, 2024 and I immediately decided to sing it.
Learning the Song
This song was not too problematic when it came to memorizing. I began with the chorus then followed by the first verse, second verse, the bridge, outro and other parts that I felt were important. I learned the adlibs at the end of the song when I was in the recording studio. I struggled to get the lyrics of that particular part but still came up with something that sounded similar too. Despite the fact that the song is very simple in terms of its structure, the words are very wise.
Personal Connection
The day I was scheduled to record this cover, I was unhappy, more like an emotional breakdown, and almost canceled the appointment. However, after speaking with a friend about what happened, writing down what transpired, and reflecting on what I was feeling, I felt better and went ahead and recorded the vocals. Moving to the rhythm of Des’ree’s song 'You gotta be' with the lyrics ‘You gotta be bad, you gotta be bold, you gotta be wiser’ comforted and encouraged me.
Every individual faces unique challenges in life, but I have chosen to rise to the occasion, especially when I listen to the lyrics of this song, which has become one of my favorites and gives me strength when I'm tempted to give up.
I find this song to be a perfect example of a song that motivates you to face life's challenges as they arise.
So, this is my take on this song and I do hope that you had as much fun listening to it as I had recording it, and I hope it inspires you in some way.
YOU GOTTA BE - LYRICS
[Verse 1]
Listen as your day unfolds
Challenge what the future holds
Try and keep your head up to the sky
Lovers, they may cause you tears
Go ahead, release your fears
Stand up and be counted
Don't be ashamed to cry
You gotta be
[Chorus]
You gotta be bad, you gotta be bold, you gotta be wiser
You gotta be hard, you gotta be tough, you gotta be stronger
You gotta be cool, you gotta be calm, you gotta stay together
All I know, all I know, love will save the day
[Verse 2]
Herald what your mother said
Read the books your father read
Try to solve the puzzles in your own sweet time
Some may have more cash than you
Others take a different view
My oh my, eh, eh, eh
[Chorus]
You gotta be bad, you gotta be bold, you gotta be wiser
You gotta be hard, you gotta be tough, you gotta be stronger
You gotta be cool, you gotta be calm, you gotta stay together
All I know, all I know, love will save the day
[Bridge]
Time asks no questions, it goes on without you
Leaving you behind if you can't stand the pace
The world keeps on spinning
Can't stop it if you tried to
The best part is danger staring you in the face, oh
[Verse 3]
Remember, listen as your day unfolds
Challenge what the future holds
Try and keep your head up to the sky
Lovers, they may cause you tears
Go ahead release your fears
My oh my, eh, eh, eh
[Chorus]
You gotta be bad, you gotta be bold, you gotta be wiser
You gotta be hard, you gotta be tough, you gotta be stronger
You gotta be cool, you gotta be calm, you gotta stay together
All I know, all I know, love will save the day
Yeah, yeah, yeah
You gotta be bad, you gotta be bold, you gotta be wiser
You gotta be hard, you gotta be tough, you gotta be stronger
You gotta be cool, you gotta be calm, you gotta stay together
All I know, all I know, love will save the day
Yeah-yeah
[Outro]
Got to be bold
Got to be bad
Got to be wise
Do what others say
Got to be hard
Not too too hard
All I know is love will save the day
You gotta be bad, you gotta be bold, you gotta be wiser
You gotta be hard, you gotta be tough, you gotta be stronger
You gotta be cool, you gotta be calm, you gotta stay together
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If me and Marica had a tournament of musicians and singers competing against each other.
My Judge’s Team would definitely have you in it, this was so fire.
You killed it, brought it back to life and put all your thought, heart and emotion into this performance.
You can see that you truly resonate with this song and it really gave you strength to push forward and move on through whatever life is throwing at you. And many people can resonate and relate to this message and connect with its meaning and your wonderful singing. Bravo and encore
Aww, thank you so much, Verbal-D! That means everything to me. Like I said once before, I tend to criticize myself a lot, or my ear critiques what I do, and that happens often, which sometimes negatively affects my mindset. But seeing a comment like this boosts my confidence and makes me feel happy.
Thank you so much for your passionate feedback...Honestly, I wasn't at my best when recording it, but I drew strength from the song's lyrics. It resonates deeply with me, and I believe it was more than just a beautiful melody that guided me to this song. The wise lyrics spoke directly to my heart, almost as if the Holy Spirit wanted me to know this message. It was exactly what I needed.
Thanks again for you wonderful comments 🙏😊
I feel encouraged, more confident, and happy. 🤗
This song is so soothing, I love love it 😻
Thank you Oyin.
This is such a lovely song, and your delievery was excellent.. i enjoyed it so much. weldone.😁
I'm glad you did. Thanks for coming around.😊
Ohh yeahhhhh
Hear fine tune and just you hitting those beautiful minors
Well done
Thanks for your sweet words always Uty.🤗
Jess doesn't even need to do too much to sound amazing. I loved how you kept the essence of the song by making your entry simple and I love the glissandos. Well done Jessica.
You comment made me smile... Thank you Bobby.🙂
You're welcome
You made the song sound so easy and simple but I could also see the effort you put in to make it sound this good, well done Jessy, you are definitely getting better and better.
Indeed we gotta be bold, bad and wise. We gotta be hard but not too hard, I loved these words.
I love that phrase too! 'Bold, bad, and wise', be hard but not too hard, resonates deeply.
Thanks for the love and encouragement.
Yay!!! You’re welcome Jessy, keep going hard but not too hard, hehe 😁
Hahahah
Sure😊
Hehe 😊
It's evident, some learn to sing and some are born to sing.
@jessicaossom you are born to sing. Your gift is just beautiful to behold. The way you hit all the notes with precision and make it sound easy is just to marvel at.
Wow. You are a Star. I want to be like you when I grow up.
👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
😊
Stop making me blush! But seriously, thank you for your encouraging words.
You deserve it and more.
Keep soaring champ.
This is perfect. The softness of the voice, the swift way you di the transitions. You re good at what you do dear. Weldone
Thank you 😊
You're words are encouraging.
Greetings precious! this has been magical, how nice that even in the hard times you decided to record this masterpiece, your sweet voice and interpretation made yours. I loved all the editing work.
Aw, thank you! Recording this song was a labor of love.
🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽
This had me short of words
If you where around, I wouldn’t mind being a student under your guidance 😫🙌🏽
!BBH
This is just so good
Thank you Fash.
...under my guidance 🥹 I'm also still in the learning process and still have a long way to go🥹
Thanks for the sweet comment.🤗
Well, we can learn together 😌😌🤭🤭
And you’re welcome 🫶🏽🙌🏽
Haha 🤗
@jessicaossom! @fashtioluwa likes your content! so I just sent 1 BBH to your account on behalf of @fashtioluwa. (4/5)
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Wowwww. This is beautiful 🔥🔥🔥
Thank you Uyi.
I've known you for a very long time and what I have noticed about you is your passion for knowledge.
You always want to grow and improve.
I remember when you were so pumped up about getting your guitar.
How you made plans about working on your vocals...
See, let me be factual, you have greatly improved so much that you hit notes perfectly now.
Auto tune needs you for real.
I pray for increase in your musical career. May favour find you.... A good record label will sign uou ijn.
As you are becoming a shining star, please push your contents too in Web 2 to gather fan base.
I wish you success this week... I'm seeing you in the top 10 by God's grace.
I'll sure be there to give you my vote if your name shows up.
Looking forward to your collaboration with @verbal-d ....
Stay blessed dear🤗🤗
Hi Obaro, thanks so much for your kind words! Yeah, true, you've known me for some times now from Afritunes, and I appreciate you seeing how much I've grown. Means a lot!.🙏
Yeah, I'm a total perfectionist, (My weakness) which can be a bit crazy sometimes, but it pushes me to keep improving.
And guitar's still a work in progress, but I'm getting there!
Thanks again for your support and encouragement. I appreciate.🙏
And amen to those prayers!
Amazing 👏👏👏👏, what a great performance, this is a great entry, I wish you the best🙏. Blessings
Amen, thank you friend.
I appreciate your comment.🙏
How did you make it sound so easy and effortless? This is beautiful Jess ❤️, I enjoyed every bit of your song. Very well done
Thank you Miya.
🤗❤️
You're welcome 🤗
An amazing entry, I love the song lyrics and one of the things I look out for in a song are the beat and lyrics. The mixing and mastering to beautify it as well was superb.
Yeah, the lyrics are amazing.
Thank you for your thoughtful comment.🙏
Congrats my friend you are very talented, congratulations Jessica
Thank you, Isobel.
Una voz muy agradable y con un semblante profesional me encantó parece algo de película, te felicito
Awwn, Thank you 🤗
I insist, you are a star 🤗✨💜
Truly wonderful, your voice is inspiring ✨💜🤗❤️
Awwn, thank you ❤️
I love this ehhhh,my lord.
Love how you enjoyed yourself whilst singing it and it’s so effortless 👌,well done.
Thank you Ben.🙏
You always deliver a professional entry dear. This was good to watch.
Thank you Winanda.❤️
You're welcome. Have a blessed Sunday.