Expand. Among the handful of songs that nearly everyone can recognize in an instant is Earth, Wind & Fire's "September." The song became the group's biggest hit when it was released in 1978 and "Do you remember?" kicks off the classic Earth, Wind & Fire hit, "September" -- a song that's practically impossible to forget. But just in case fans wanted to know more about the wedding staple as it enters its 36th year this fall, the song's co-writer, Allee Willis, spoke to NPR's "Morning Edition" on Friday, and gave something of a mini history of what she called "the happiest-sounding song [Intro] Ah, ha, ha We never spend time talking to ya So we figured we'd lay it on ya Let you know how we feel about love [Verse 1] Hmm, paint a pretty smile each day Lovin' is a blessing, yeah Discover September by Earth, Wind & Fire released in 2003. Find album reviews, track lists, credits, awards and more at AllMusic. Release Date June 24, 2003 Earth, Wind & Fire – September: B2: Copy Release Code. Edit Release See all versions New Submission. For Sale on Discogs Sell a copy. 20 For Sale from $16.48 He concluded the annual events in 2021 with a video that featured Earth, Wind & Fire. Renewed popularity in the song led the city of Los Angeles to declare September 21 "Earth, Wind & Fire Day" in 2019 and the band celebrated the following year's event by releasing an EP of remixes by Eric Kupper. Stream September by Earth, Wind & Fire on desktop and mobile. Play over 320 million tracks for free on SoundCloud. Release date: 25 September 2009 P-line The new album from Earth, Wind & Fire, Now, Then & Forever, marks a return to the signature sound that made them international superstars. After an eight-year absence from the studio, the legendary band takes center stage with ten all-new, vibrant, energetic songs befitting one of the most beloved ensembles in music history. Ptyc.