About the song
“Come and Get Your Love” stands as a timeless gem in the musical landscape, crafted by the American rock band Redbone. Originally released under the name “Hail,” the track found its place on Redbone’s fifth studio album, *Wovoka*, in 1973, before being released as a single the following year. This song, written and produced by band members Pat and Lolly Vegas, marked a significant milestone for the band as it became their most successful single. Notably, it made Redbone the first Native American band to reach the top five on the Billboard Hot 100, where it peaked at number five on April 13, 1974.
The song’s infectious groove and unique sound, characterized by its prominent electric sitar riff, helped it stand out and capture the hearts of many. The single version is notably shorter than the album version, which features a slow introduction and an extended coda, adding to the track’s distinctive appeal. Despite the shorter radio edit being more commonly played, both versions have their own charm, showcasing the band’s versatility.
“Come and Get Your Love” not only achieved commercial success but also earned critical acclaim, with the single being certified gold by the RIAA on April 22, 1974, after shipping over a million copies in North America. This track remains Redbone’s highest-charting single and one of their only two Top 40 hits, the other being “The Witch Queen of New Orleans,” which reached number 21 in 1972.
The song saw a revival in 2014 when it was prominently featured in the Marvel Studios film *Guardians of the Galaxy*, where it was included in a mixtape created for the film’s protagonist, Peter Quill. Its inclusion in the film’s soundtrack, which topped the Billboard 200 chart, brought the track to a new generation of listeners. The song’s resurgence continued as it was also featured in MCU films *Avengers: Endgame* and *Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3*, further cementing its place in pop culture.
In France, “Come and Get Your Love” experienced a significant resurgence in 2017, climbing to number 177 on the singles sales chart. Its popularity soared in 2018 during a Bouygues advertising campaign, reaching number one on the singles sales chart and landing in the top 20 of the combined downloads and streaming chart by the end of the year.
The song’s enduring appeal was further highlighted in August 2021 when it was featured in Season 1, Episode 5, “Come and Get Your Love,” of the Hulu series *Reservation Dogs*, with Redbone performing the song in the episode’s closing scene. This ongoing popularity underscores the track’s lasting impact and its ability to connect with audiences across different eras and media.
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Lyrics
Hey (hey) what’s the matter with your head, yeah
Hey (hey) what’s the matter with your mind and your sign and oh
Hey (hey) nothin’ the matter with your head
Baby, find it, come on and find it
Bear with it, baby, ’cause you’re fine
And you’re mine, and you look so divine
Come and get your love
Come and get your love
Come and get your love
Come and get your love
Hey (hey) what’s the matter with you, feel right?
Don’t you feel right, baby?
Hey (hey) all right, get it from the main vine, all right
I said-a find it, find it, go on and love it if you like it, yeah
Hey (hey) it’s your business if you want some, take some
Get it together, baby
Come and get your love
Come and get your love
Come and get your love
Come and get your love
Come and get your love, come and get your love
Come and get your love, now
Come and get your love, come and get your love
Come and get your love, now
Come and get your love, come and get your love
Come and get your love, now
Come and get your love, come and get your love
Come and get your love, now
Come and get your love
Come and get your love
Come and get your love
Come and get your love
Hey (hey) what’s the matter with you, feel right?
Don’t you feel right, baby?
Hey (hey) all right, get it from the main vine, all right
Come and get your love
Come and get your love
Come and get your love
Come and get your love
Come and get your love