Get on the Bus (song)
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"Get on the Bus" is a song by Destiny's Child
, released as the group's third single
. The song features rapper/producer Timbaland
and is lifted from the original motion picture soundtrack of Why Do Fools Fall in Love
(1998). It was the second single to be lifted from the soundtrack following Melanie B's debut single, "I Want You Back
". Produced by Timbaland, it peaked at number fifteen on the UK and Netherlands charts, and at number sixty on the German chart. The single was not commercially released in the U.S. and other major markets, It did receive some minor US Urban radio airplay, peaking at #63 on the US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay chart. The music video was directed by Earle Sebastian. The song was also featured on Destiny's Child's follow up album "The Writing's on the Wall
" (international edition) as a bonus track.
As with other Timbaland productions, the single features some unorthodox parts, including the sounds of birds (a similar technique was used in Aaliyah
's "Are You That Somebody?").
The song is one of Destiny's Child's less successful singles, but it was on the set list of their 2001/2002 world tour
.
Timbaland
makes a guest appearance during his rap verses.
The music video was never released to a video compilation nor to an enhanced CD. It's also not featured on the DVD of the Why Do Fools Fall in Love
movie.
European Maxi Single
Notes
Destiny's Child
Destiny's Child was an American R&B girl group whose final line-up comprised lead singer Beyoncé Knowles alongside Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams. Formed in 1997 in Houston, Texas, Destiny's Child members began their musical endeavors in their pre-teens under the name Girl's Tyme...
, released as the group's third single
Single (music)
In music, a single or record single is a type of release, typically a recording of fewer tracks than an LP or a CD. This can be released for sale to the public in a variety of different formats. In most cases, the single is a song that is released separately from an album, but it can still appear...
. The song features rapper/producer Timbaland
Timbaland
Timothy Zachery Mosley , better known by his stage name Timbaland, is an American record producer, songwriter and rapper....
and is lifted from the original motion picture soundtrack of Why Do Fools Fall in Love
Why Do Fools Fall in Love (film)
Why Do Fools Fall in Love is an American romantic drama, directed by Gregory Nava and released by Warner Bros. Pictures. The film is a biographical film of the brief but intense life of R&B/Rock & Roll singer Frankie Lymon, lead singer of the pioneering rock and roll group Frankie Lymon & the...
(1998). It was the second single to be lifted from the soundtrack following Melanie B's debut single, "I Want You Back
I Want You Back (Melanie B song)
"I Want You Back" is a song by Melanie Brown, released as her first solo single. It was released as a single from the first soundtrack to the 1998 film Why Do Fools Fall in Love and later included on her album Hot. This single was the first solo Spice Girl No.1.Mel recalled, "This was the first...
". Produced by Timbaland, it peaked at number fifteen on the UK and Netherlands charts, and at number sixty on the German chart. The single was not commercially released in the U.S. and other major markets, It did receive some minor US Urban radio airplay, peaking at #63 on the US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay chart. The music video was directed by Earle Sebastian. The song was also featured on Destiny's Child's follow up album "The Writing's on the Wall
The Writing's on the Wall
-Credits and personnel:*Bill Ortiz – trumpet*Daryl Simmons – drum programming, keyboard programming*D'Wayne Wiggins – guitar, producer*Rodney Jerkins – producer*Claudine Pontier – assistant engineer*James Hoover – engineer...
" (international edition) as a bonus track.
As with other Timbaland productions, the single features some unorthodox parts, including the sounds of birds (a similar technique was used in Aaliyah
Aaliyah
Aaliyah Dana Haughton , who performed under the mononym Aaliyah , was an American R&B recording artist, actress and model. She was born in Brooklyn, New York, and was raised in Detroit, Michigan. At the age of 10, she appeared on the television show Star Search and performed in concert alongside...
's "Are You That Somebody?").
The song is one of Destiny's Child's less successful singles, but it was on the set list of their 2001/2002 world tour
Destiny's Child World Tour
Destiny's Child World Tour is a DVD by R&B group Destiny's Child. The video was filmed during their show at Rotterdam, Holland.-Content:This full concert showcases songs from their self-titled debut album Destiny's Child, as well as The Writing's on the Wall, and Survivor.-Track listing:# "Program...
.
Music video
The video focuses on Destiny's Child, performing in a silver-white room and inside a van. The members are dressed in white clothes.Timbaland
Timbaland
Timothy Zachery Mosley , better known by his stage name Timbaland, is an American record producer, songwriter and rapper....
makes a guest appearance during his rap verses.
The music video was never released to a video compilation nor to an enhanced CD. It's also not featured on the DVD of the Why Do Fools Fall in Love
Why Do Fools Fall in Love (film)
Why Do Fools Fall in Love is an American romantic drama, directed by Gregory Nava and released by Warner Bros. Pictures. The film is a biographical film of the brief but intense life of R&B/Rock & Roll singer Frankie Lymon, lead singer of the pioneering rock and roll group Frankie Lymon & the...
movie.
Track listing
UK CD Single 7559-63780-2 / E3780CD- "Get on the Bus" (Radio Version) (featuring Timbaland) - 4:08
- "Get on the Bus" (Radio Edit Without Rap) - 3:23
- "Illusions" (Destiny Club Mix)1 - 8:05
European Maxi Single
- "Get on the Bus" (Radio Version) (featuring Timbaland) - 4:08
- "Get on the Bus" (Radio Edit Without Rap) - 3:23
- "Birthday" - 5:13
Notes
- 1 This remix contains re-recorded vocals, arranged by Maurice Joshua. Major parts of the vocals have also been used for "DubiLLusions" on the re-issue of "Destiny's ChildDestiny's Child (album)Destiny's Child is the self-titled debut album of R&B group Destiny's Child, released by Columbia Records in 1998. It featured the singles "No, No, No" and "With Me" and won Best R&B/Soul Album of the Year at the Soul Train Lady of Soul Awards, but due to both singles having a remix as well as...
".
Credits and personnel
- Lead vocals: Beyoncé KnowlesBeyoncé KnowlesBeyoncé Giselle Knowles , often known simply as Beyoncé, is an American singer, songwriter, record producer, and actress. Born and raised in Houston, Texas, she enrolled in various performing arts schools and was first exposed to singing and dancing competitions as a child...
(1 verse) and Kelly RowlandKelly RowlandKelendria Trene "Kelly" Rowland is an American singer, songwriter, actress, dancer, and television personality. She rose to fame as one of the founding members of the American girl group Destiny's Child...
(1 verse) - Background vocals: Kelly Rowland, LeToya LuckettLeToya LuckettLeToya Nicole Luckett , known professionally as LeToya, is an American R&B singer-songwriter and actress. She was a member of the R&B group Destiny's Child, with whom she won two Grammy Awards and released many successful commercial recordings.After signing a record deal with Capitol Records, she's...
, Beyoncé KnowlesBeyoncé KnowlesBeyoncé Giselle Knowles , often known simply as Beyoncé, is an American singer, songwriter, record producer, and actress. Born and raised in Houston, Texas, she enrolled in various performing arts schools and was first exposed to singing and dancing competitions as a child...
, and LaTavia RobersonLaTavia RobersonLaTavia Marie Roberson is a two-time Grammy Award–winning American contralto singer-songwriter, as well as an original member of Girl's Tyme which later became Destiny's Child. She was eventually replaced by Farrah Franklin in 2000. She was an original founder of the group with Beyoncé as they... - Vocal production: Beyoncé Knowles, Kelly Rowland, LeToya Luckett, LaTavia Roberson, and Timbaland
Charts
| Chart (1998/1999) | Peak position |
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