As performers, their best-known song is "Solid" (1984 US and 1985 UK), although they have had many other hits, mostly on the R&B charts. Many of their songs have been recorded in hit versions by artists as diverse as Diana Ross, Chaka Khan, Whitney Houston, Gladys Knight & the Pips, Ray Charles, Marvin Gaye, Aretha Franklin and so many, many others.
Ashford and Simpson met at Harlem's White Rock Baptist Church in 1963. After having recorded unsuccessfully as a duo, they joined aspiring solo artist and former member of the Ikettes, Josie Jo Armstead, at the Scepter/Wand label where their compositions were recorded by Ronnie Milsap ("Never Had It So Good"), Maxine Brown ("One Step At A Time"), as well as the Shirelles and Chuck Jackson. Another of the trio's songs "Let's Go Get Stoned" gave Ray Charles a number one U.S. R&B hit in 1966. That same year Ashford & Simpson joined Motown where their best-known songs included "Ain't No Mountain High Enough", "You're All I Need To Get By", "Ain't Nothing Like the Real Thing", and "Reach Out and Touch (Somebody's Hand)".
The duo was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2002.
Found A Cure
Ashford & Simpson Lyrics
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Ooh, for your heartache
Before you wake
Before you wake
Don't take no medicine
Take a little of this
It worked for me
Found a cure, oh, try it
It's by far better than
Any kind of medicine
'Cause it'll take
Away the tears
And that ain't all you get
Whatever it is
Love will fix it
Found a cure
Found a cure
Found a
Ooh, for loneliness
I promise this
I promise this
For all your hopes and
All your empty dreams
Coming at you
Is a sure thing
Found a cure, oh, try it
It's by far better than
Any kind of medicine
'Cause it'll take
Away the pain
And here's the big surprise
Whenever it rains
You'll have blue skies
Found a cure, telling you
Found a cure, found a cure
Ooh, love will fix it
Ooh, love will fix it
Ooh, love will fix it
Ooh, love will fix it
Found a cure, oh, try it
It's by far better than
Any kind of medicine
'Cause it'll take
Away the tears
And that ain't all you get
Whatever it is
Love will fix it
Found a cure, telling you
Found a cure, right away now
Found a
Ooh, love will fix it
Found a cure
Gonna be good
Good, good to to you
Ooh, love will fix it
Found a cure
Fix it alright
Ooh, love will fix it
Ooh, love will fix it
Found a cure
Ooh, love will fix it.
The song "Found a Cure" by Ashford & Simpson is an upbeat and optimistic track that speaks about love as the ultimate cure for heartaches and loneliness. The opening lines suggest that there is a cure for heartaches, and it can be found before one wakes up. The following lines "Don't take no medicine, take a little of this, it worked for me and it can't miss" further reinforces the idea that love is a natural remedy that can't be replaced by any kind of medicine. The chorus "Found a cure, try it, it's by far better than any kind of medicine 'cause it'll take away the tears" repeats the message of the song and encourages listeners to try the power of love.
The second verse, "Ooh, for loneliness, I promise this" speaks directly to those who feel isolated, empty, and hopeless. The following lines say that there is a sure thing coming their way, and it's love. The chorus repeats, emphasizing that love will take away the pain and even bring blue skies in the rain. The bridge "And that ain't all you get, whatever it is, love will fix it" highlights the universal power of love to heal any kind of damage or hurt.
Overall, "Found a Cure" is a positive and uplifting song that encourages listeners to believe in the transformative and healing power of love. The song suggests that love is not merely a romantic ideal but a natural remedy that can cure any heartache and loneliness.
Line by Line Meaning
Found a cure
The singer has found a solution to a problem
Ooh, for your heartache
The cure is for a broken heart
Before you wake
The singer recommends using the cure before facing the day
Don't take no medicine
The artist advises not to rely on traditional medicine
Take a little of this
The artist suggests trying their solution
It worked for me
The singer has personally tried the cure and found it effective
And it can't miss
The singer is confident in the effectiveness of the cure
Found a cure, oh, try it
The artist urges the listener to try the cure
It's by far better than
The cure is superior to traditional medicine
Any kind of medicine
The artist emphasizes that the cure is an alternative to medication
'Cause it'll take
The cure will alleviate
Away the tears
The cure will stop the listener from crying
And that ain't all you get
The cure has additional benefits
Whatever it is
The cure can solve any problem
Love will fix it
The cure involves love
Ooh, for loneliness
The cure can alleviate loneliness
I promise this
The artist guarantees the cure will work
For all your hopes and
The cure can restore hope
All your empty dreams
The cure can fulfill unfulfilled dreams
Coming at you
The cure is available to the listener
Is a sure thing
The artist is certain of the cure's effectiveness
Away the pain
The cure will stop the listener's pain
And here's the big surprise
The singer reveals an additional benefit of the cure
Whenever it rains
The cure will work even during difficult times
You'll have blue skies
The listener will have a positive outlook
Found a cure, telling you
The singer is emphasizing the importance of the cure
Found a cure, found a cure
The singer repeats the idea of the solution to drive the message home
Ooh, love will fix it
The cure involves love
Gonna be good
The cure will lead to positive outcomes
Good, good to to you
The cure will benefit the listener
Found a cure
The singer repeats the idea of the cure for emphasis
Fix it alright
The cure will solve the problem
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: NICKOLAS ASHFORD, VALERIE SIMPSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@vtwelve74
#SHOWyahhhRIIIIGGGHHHT# ... !!
1974 - lost my grandpa 👴🏾
he got hit by a stray bullet ...
week after I was born ...
HIS FAVORITE SONG TO HIS WIFE
She had 9 children plus his military bullshytt aka
FAMILIA Shytt ,,,,
AND MI GRANDMA aka
mother dearest
Neva complained
publicly nor verbally
SHE SAID LOVE WOULD FIX IT !!!!
@cecilexum6449
I grew up in the era when those 2 were the voices.... very talented and underrated
@cwhite5613
❤❤❤❤❤
@KevinLong-jr1zv
Girl, they don't know about Ashford and Simpson. I love this song and Street Corner. I was born in 1967
@veronicasmith1933
Ashford and Simpson was NEVER underrated 😂
@patrickpaul7360
Thank God we had music like this at the time,I was 17 when this was out and feel 17 again. During this lockdown, I have been playing tunes like this to get my daily exercise.Ashford and Simpson, great singers and songwriters, the musicianship in this is awesome. Be well and stay safe everyone.
@rickberglund2134
Agreed! I was 17 too. 1979, the best year for music. Kids will never know what they missed.
@alegria1883
@rickberglund2134 ooooh yeah...The Soul Train. All the latest dance moves to practice to with Don Cornelius. So many beautiful memories. To be young then was a blessing.❤❤❤
@geraldtyus8645
❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
@mstyles2667
This is one of the best disco songs of all time. Ashford & Simpson were the truth!
@tat2dluvboy
So much incredible talent between these two. This is one of my top favourite songs of all time, by anyone. Rest in Peace, Nick. Keep on keepin' on, Ms. Valerie. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️