| "Outstanding" | ||||
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| Single by the Gap Band | ||||
| from the album Gap Band IV | ||||
| B-side | "The Boys Are Back in Town" | |||
| Released | November 1982 | |||
| Recorded | 1982 | |||
| Genre | Funk | |||
| Length | 3:19 (album version) 6:13 (extended version) | |||
| Label | Total Experience | |||
| Songwriter(s) | Raymond Calhoun | |||
| The Gap Band singles chronology | ||||
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"Outstanding" is a song originally performed by the Gap Band and written by member Raymond Calhoun. The song originally appeared on the group's platinum-selling 1982 album Gap Band IV. It is one of their signature songs and biggest hits, reaching the number one spot on the U.S. R&B Singles Chart in February 1983. "Outstanding" peaked at number 51 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Chart positions
| Chart (1982) | Peak position |
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| UK Singles Chart | 68 |
| US Billboard Hot 100 | 51 |
| US Billboard Hot Black Singles | 1 |
Cover versions
The song was later covered by British singer Kenny Thomas in 1990. It reached number 12 on the UK Singles Chart. In 1999, footballer Andy Cole signed to WEA/Warner Music and released his version of "Outstanding" with added rap verses. Cole's version reached number 68 on the UK Singles Chart.
In popular culture
In late 2024, a highlight reel of Kevin Garnett playing for the Brooklyn Nets during the 2013-14 NBA Season set to this song surfaced online. The combination of Garnett's highlights and this song was used on social media to describe anything or anyone (particularly athletes) that's past their prime.
References
- La Haine/Métisse - Original Soundtrack | Songs, Reviews, Credits | AllMusic
- Whitburn, Joel (2004). Top R&B/Hip-Hop Singles: 1942-2004. Record Research. p. 223.
- "Outstanding | full Official Chart History | Official Charts Company". Official Charts. Retrieved March 12, 2020.
- "ANDY COLE | full Official Chart History | Official Charts Company". Official Charts.
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