You've Got To Earn It
The Staple Singers · Other Songs - The Staple Singers
To get stones from a rock, you've got to break it
(Yeah, yeah, yeah)
To get bread from dough, you've got to bake it
(Yeah, yeah, yeah)
To get water from a faucet, you've got to turn it
And if you want my love, if you want my love
You've got to earn it (Earn it, earn it, earn it)
(Yeah, yeah, yeah)
To get fire from a match, you've got to strike it
(Strike it, strike it, strike it, strike it)
To get the feeling from a kiss, you've got to like it
(Like it, like it, like it, like it)
To get ashes from wood, you've got to burn it
And if you want my love, if you want my love
You've got to earn it(Earn it, earn it, earn it)
You've got to treat me kind, all the time
Throw the other guys right out of your mind.
(Yeah,yeah)
Now listen
To make broken things work, you've got to fix them
(Fix them, fix them, fix them, fix them)
To make two things one, you've got to mix them
(Mix them, mix them, mix them, mix them)
To get butter from milk, you've got to chum it
And if you want my love, if you want my love
You've got to earn it(Earn it, earn it, earn it)
If you deserve it you can get it
I'll be glad to see you with it
Just show me that you love me
And that you're thinking of me
You can get it in a
You've Got To Earn It
The Staple Singers delivered a powerful message of perseverance in their recording of 'You've Got To Earn It.' As a family group rooted in gospel traditions, they brought a distinct spiritual intensity to their soul and R&B repertoire. This track exemplifies their ability to blend religious fervor with secular themes, creating music that resonated with audiences seeking hope and resilience. Throughout their career, the group collaborated with notable producers to craft a sound that bridged the gap between church and the charts. Their work remains a testament to the enduring power of vocal harmony and socially conscious songwriting. 'You've Got To Earn It' stands as a significant song in their discography, showcasing the group's signature warmth and their commitment to delivering uplifting messages through their music.