LYRICS: [Spoken Intro] "You know, its sure enough hard to find love these days. But I'll come your way, if you come mines And you know, sometimes when you feel cold and lonely at night You can sing this song with me, come on." [Verse 1] I’ve been around the world, seen so many faces, But none compare to you, in so many places, You got me flying mighty high Baby if I'm Superman, you're my kryptonite So tell me if its good tonight And I'll fly by (Ooh, ooh, ooh, yeah) [Pre-Chorus] With you by my side, I’m unstoppable, Your love makes me feel so incredible, Like a hero in the night, I’ll rescue you, There’s nothing in this world I wouldn’t do [Chorus] That's why they call me (Super, Superman) Saving hearts, wherever I can They call me (Super, Superman) Girl call me whenever you can (He’s so sexy, he’s our man) Sing it girls, sing it girls (Super, Superman) That's what they call me [Verse 2] When the night is dark, and the stars don’t shine, Just hold on tight to this hand of mine I’ll be your light, your guiding star, No matter where you are, just give me a call I won't be too far (Oh, oh, oh, yeah) [Pre-Chorus] Through the ups and downs, I’ll be your man, With a love that’s strong, I’ll understand, Like a fortress built, on solid ground, With me, girl, you’re safe and sound. [Chorus] That's why they call me (Super, Superman) Saving hearts, wherever I can They call me (Super, Superman) Girl call me whenever you can (He’s so sexy, he’s our man) Sing it girls, sing it girls (Super, Superman) That's what they call me [Bridge - Female vocals] (Ooh, Superman, you’re our hero) (Give us love, from zero to one hundred) Ooooh, sing it good! (We’ll stand by you, forever and a day) (Gil, you’re our Superman, hey, hey, hey) And baby here I am! (Yeahhhhhhhh!) Oooh yeah! (Yeah, yeah!) [Chorus] That's why they call me (Super, Superman) Saving hearts, wherever I can They call me (Super, Superman) Girl call me whenever you can (He’s so sexy, he’s our man) Sing it girls, sing it girls (Super, Superman) That's what they call me [Spoken Outro] "Yeah, I bet you like that. Don't you, honey? Ain't it good? Mhm! Sho nuff, sho nuff So just remember, Whenever you need me Whenever you call me I'll be there. (Super, superman) Now, Take a bow!" (Yeah, yeah!)
Gil and The Gillettes were a prominent R&B/soul group from the 1970s, known for their dynamic sound and charismatic performances. The group featured lead vocalist Gil Johnson from Detroit, Michigan, alongside backing vocalists Lisa Parker from Chicago, Illinois, Karina Brooks from Memphis, Tennessee, and Denise James from New York City, New York. The group was signed to Retro Wave Records, where they achieved major success with their hit single "Superman." This track, characterized by its call-and-response style and infectious energy, became a defining song of the era and catapulted the group to fame. Despite their success, the group eventually disbanded due to internal conflicts, namely Johnson three-timing the women. Johnson attempted to continue his career solo as just "Gil", even releasing a solo version of "Superman" in 1980. However, his solo career never quite matched the success of the group’s peak. The former backing vocalists, on the other hand, made a notable comeback with their debut single "We Don't Need A Hero" in 1979. This song served as an answer record to "Superman" and is recognized as one of the first diss tracks in music history, highlighting the women's independence and vocal prowess.
Gil and The Gillettes Discography Studio Albums Introducing Gil and The Gillettes (1974) Superman (1975) Soul and Harmony (1976) Love and Lies (1977) Singles "Superman" (1975) "Lover's Lane" (1975) "Midnight Magic" (1976) "Soul Searching" (1976) "Heartbreak Hotel" (1977) "One Last Kiss" (1977) "Dancing in the Moonlight" (1978) Gil Johnson Solo Discography: Studio Albums Gil Goes Solo (1978) Superman: Solo Edition (1979) Singles "Superman" (Solo Version) (1978) "Lonely Nights" (1979) The Gillettes (Post Breakup) Discography: Singles "We Don't Need A Hero" (1980)
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LYRICS:
[Spoken Intro]
"You know, its sure enough hard to find love these days.
But I'll come your way, if you come mines
And you know, sometimes when you feel cold and lonely at night
You can sing this song with me, come on."
[Verse 1]
I’ve been around the world, seen so many faces,
But none compare to you, in so many places,
You got me flying mighty high
Baby if I'm Superman, you're my kryptonite
So tell me if its good tonight
And I'll fly by
(Ooh, ooh, ooh, yeah)
[Pre-Chorus]
With you by my side, I’m unstoppable,
Your love makes me feel so incredible,
Like a hero in the night, I’ll rescue you,
There’s nothing in this world I wouldn’t do
[Chorus]
That's why they call me
(Super, Superman)
Saving hearts, wherever I can
They call me
(Super, Superman)
Girl call me whenever you can
(He’s so sexy, he’s our man)
Sing it girls, sing it girls
(Super, Superman)
That's what they call me
[Verse 2]
When the night is dark, and the stars don’t shine,
Just hold on tight to this hand of mine
I’ll be your light, your guiding star,
No matter where you are, just give me a call
I won't be too far
(Oh, oh, oh, yeah)
[Pre-Chorus]
Through the ups and downs, I’ll be your man,
With a love that’s strong, I’ll understand,
Like a fortress built, on solid ground,
With me, girl, you’re safe and sound.
[Chorus]
That's why they call me
(Super, Superman)
Saving hearts, wherever I can
They call me
(Super, Superman)
Girl call me whenever you can
(He’s so sexy, he’s our man)
Sing it girls, sing it girls
(Super, Superman)
That's what they call me
[Bridge - Female vocals]
(Ooh, Superman, you’re our hero)
(Give us love, from zero to one hundred)
Ooooh, sing it good!
(We’ll stand by you, forever and a day)
(Gil, you’re our Superman, hey, hey, hey)
And baby here I am!
(Yeahhhhhhhh!)
Oooh yeah!
(Yeah, yeah!)
[Chorus]
That's why they call me
(Super, Superman)
Saving hearts, wherever I can
They call me
(Super, Superman)
Girl call me whenever you can
(He’s so sexy, he’s our man)
Sing it girls, sing it girls
(Super, Superman)
That's what they call me
[Spoken Outro]
"Yeah, I bet you like that.
Don't you, honey?
Ain't it good?
Mhm! Sho nuff, sho nuff
So just remember,
Whenever you need me
Whenever you call me
I'll be there.
(Super, superman)
Now, Take a bow!"
(Yeah, yeah!)
Gil and The Gillettes were a prominent R&B/soul group from the 1970s, known for their dynamic sound and charismatic performances. The group featured lead vocalist Gil Johnson from Detroit, Michigan, alongside backing vocalists Lisa Parker from Chicago, Illinois, Karina Brooks from Memphis, Tennessee, and Denise James from New York City, New York.
The group was signed to Retro Wave Records, where they achieved major success with their hit single "Superman." This track, characterized by its call-and-response style and infectious energy, became a defining song of the era and catapulted the group to fame.
Despite their success, the group eventually disbanded due to internal conflicts, namely Johnson three-timing the women. Johnson attempted to continue his career solo as just "Gil", even releasing a solo version of "Superman" in 1980. However, his solo career never quite matched the success of the group’s peak.
The former backing vocalists, on the other hand, made a notable comeback with their debut single "We Don't Need A Hero" in 1979. This song served as an answer record to "Superman" and is recognized as one of the first diss tracks in music history, highlighting the women's independence and vocal prowess.
Gil and The Gillettes Discography
Studio Albums
Introducing Gil and The Gillettes (1974)
Superman (1975)
Soul and Harmony (1976)
Love and Lies (1977)
Singles
"Superman" (1975)
"Lover's Lane" (1975)
"Midnight Magic" (1976)
"Soul Searching" (1976)
"Heartbreak Hotel" (1977)
"One Last Kiss" (1977)
"Dancing in the Moonlight" (1978)
Gil Johnson Solo Discography:
Studio Albums
Gil Goes Solo (1978)
Superman: Solo Edition (1979)
Singles
"Superman" (Solo Version) (1978)
"Lonely Nights" (1979)
The Gillettes (Post Breakup) Discography:
Singles
"We Don't Need A Hero" (1980)