Pick Yourself Up
Natalie Cole · Stardust [1997]
Take a deep breath
Dust yourself off
And start all over again
Nothing's impossible, I have found
For when my chin is on the ground
I pick myself up
Dust myself off
And start all over again
Don't lose your confidence if you slip
Be grateful for a pleasant trip
Just pick yourself up
And dust yourself off
And start all over again
Work like a soul inspired
Till the battle of the day is won
You may be sick and tired
But you'll be a man my son
Will you remember the famous men?
Who had to fall to rise again
So take a deep breath
Pick yourself up
Dust yourself off
And start all over again
Don't lose your confidence if you slip
Be grateful for a pleasant trip
Just pick youself up
Dust yourself off
And try to start all over again
[Incomprehensible]
You've got to work like a soul inspired
Till the battle of the day is won
You may be sick, you may be tired
But you're gonna be a man my son
Will you remember the famous men?
Who had to fall to rise again
Just take a deep breath
Aah, pick yourself up
Dust yourself off
Have a nice trip
And start all over again
Oh ooh ya
Pick Yourself Up
Natalie Cole's rendition of "Pick Yourself Up" appears on her 1997 album Stardust, a project that solidified her reputation as a premier interpreter of the Great American Songbook. Drawing from her father Nat King Cole's legacy, Cole delivers a performance characterized by her signature warm, velvety tone and impeccable phrasing. The track exemplifies the sophisticated jazz and pop standards that defined much of her later career, showcasing her ability to breathe new life into classic compositions. This recording highlights her enduring connection to traditional vocal jazz, offering a polished and emotionally resonant take on the material. As part of a celebrated discography that spans decades, the song remains a testament to her skill in navigating complex harmonies and timeless melodies within the genre.