While often overshadowed by massive solo hits like "Ain't No Mountain High Enough" or "The Boss", "When We Grow Up" showcased a different side of the "Female Entertainer of the Century".
: The track ends with a spoken-word outro where Ross emphasizes staying friends "forever and ever," capturing the innocent sincerity the Free to Be... You and Me project was famous for. Why It Stands Out in Her Career DIANA ROSS when we grow up
: By participating in the Free to Be... You and Me project, Ross lent her immense superstar power to a progressive cultural movement aimed at teaching children about equality and individuality. You can listen to "When We Grow Up" on various platforms: When We Grow Up Lyrics — Diana Ross - Dork While often overshadowed by massive solo hits like
: The lyrics explore childhood curiosity about the future, specifically questioning and then rejecting gender-based expectations. It asks whether the girl must be "pretty" and the boy "big and strong". Why It Stands Out in Her Career :
Years ago I looked at my bare backyard and thought I should add something. I had a lot of unused space but felt trees and plants weren't what the space needed. I had seen outdoor kitchens and fireplaces in magazines and on TV and thought I would inquire with a contractor about having them built. I provided the contractors with example pictures of barbeques and fireplaces I liked and received quotes as high as $7,800 to build just the fireplace. more...