Posted on 09/21/2023 3:56:33 PM PDT by DoodleBob
Do you remember the 21st night of September? Probably not because it's currently the morning of September 21. But it's not too early to celebrate because it's officially Earth, Wind & Fire Day in honor of their iconic "September" song.
Since its release in 1978, "September" has become a universally beloved track, selling millions of copies globally and causing countless people to stop what they're doing and start boogying anytime those horns kick in.
But why did the legendary band decide to shout out September 21 on the track at all? It turns out, it was likely chosen at random, at least according to Allee Willis, who co-wrote the track with Al McKay and Maurice White.
"There is no significance beyond it just sang better than any of the other dates," Willis told NPR in 2014.
Whatever the meaning behind it, the 45-year-old song has remained relevant, in large part because it is a certified banger. But it's also had some help staying in the cultural consciousness.
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I’ll take it!! 🤣😀😄😬😬😬
I’m keeping my Mustang Fastback
When we get there
My wife and I saw EW&F in DC before they became a national hit. We heard music coming from 15th and Penn. Ave. NW and went towards it. They were part of the summer free Music in the Park on the corners programs.
We knew that they were on their way to greatness.
Check out the Fantasy cover by Leonid and friends.
https://youtu.be/YHRt_EtbzdY?si=HvXyWyndS50GLn9H
Those white guys from Russia got soul
That’s a very good cover. They are talented.
They’re a favorite band of many Freepers. Their live shows are even better
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