It was released as the lead single from their debut studio album, S.O.S.

(1980) on March 18, 1980 through Tabu Records, three months before the album's release.

"Take Your Time (Do It Right)" peaked at number three on the US Billboard Hot 100 and was a disco hit.

[2] The single was certified platinum by the RIAA for sales of one million copies.

"Take Your Time (Do It Right)" was a worldwide hit; however, only in New Zealand did its popularity match that of the US, peaking there likewise at number three.