Taking after their father, who sang gospel music, Bobby Womack and his brothers formed their own group in 1952. In 1954, under the moniker Curtis Womack and the Womack Brothers, the group issued the Pennant single, "Buffalo Bill". Bobby Womack was only ten years old at the time. Sam Cooke took an interest in the Womack Brothers, and they recorded for Cooke's SAR record label in the early 1960s. Renamed the Valentinos, and encouraged by Cooke to go in a more secular and commercial direction, they scored a hit with Womack's "It's All Over Now" in 1964; the Rolling Stones' version of the song became a major hit, earning Womack generous royalty payments.
Sam Cooke died in late 1964; Womack married Cooke's widow, Barbara, a short time later, creating something of a scandal. Things became even more complicated when his younger brother, Cecil, married Cooke's daughter, Linda. As a session guitarist, Womack worked at producer Chips Moman's American Studios in Memphis, and played on recordings by Joe Tex and The Box Tops. Until this point, around 1967, he had had little success as a solo artist, but at American he began to record a string of classic soul-music singles including the 1968 "What Is This" (his first chart hit), "It's Gonna Rain" and "More Than I Can Stand," all of which featured his elegant, understated rhythm-guitar work and his impassioned vocals. During this period he became known as a songwriter, contributing many songs to the repertoire of Wilson Pickett; these include "I'm in Love" and "I'm a Midnight Mover."
After moving to the United Artists label in the early '70s, he released the album Communication, and on an album with guitarist Gabor Szabo introduced his song "Breezin'," which later became a hit for George Benson. He also became known for his interesting taste in cover versions, essaying Fred Neil's "Everybody's Talkin' " as well as "Fly Me to the Moon (In Other Words)" and James Taylor's "Fire and Rain'" and "California Dreamin'." Perhaps his most well-known work from this period is as guitarist on Sly & the Family Stone's 1971 There's a Riot Goin' On.
He continued to have hits into the '70s; these include "Lookin' for a Love" (a remake of his 1962 Valentinos single), "Across 110th Street," "Woman's Gotta Have It" (covered by James Taylor in 1976), "You're Welcome, Stop on By," and the masterful "Daylight." All are excellent examples of burnished yet gritty 1970s soul music, and reveal a pop-music sensibility akin to that of Marvin Gaye or Curtis Mayfield.
Bobby Womack's 1981 album The Poet was a surprise hit and contained the hit single "If You Think You're Lonely Now." K-Ci Hailey, a notable admirer of Womack's work, covered "If You Think You're Lonely Now" in 1994. The song is referenced in Mariah Carey's song "We Belong Together", a number-one hit in June 2005. Carey sings "I can't sleep at night /When you are on my mind / Bobby Womack's on the radio / Singing to me: 'If you think you're lonely now.'"
Film director Quentin Tarantino used "Across 110th Street" (which, in a different version, had been the title song of the 1972 movie) in the opening and closing sequences of his 1997 film Jackie Brown.
A 2003 Saab commercial shone a spotlight on Womack’s interpretation of "California Dreamin'".
In 2010, Womack contributed lyrics and sang on "Stylo" alongside Mos Def, the first single from the third Gorillaz album, Plastic Beach. Womack was told to sing whatever was on his mind during the recording of "Stylo". "I was in there for an hour going crazy about love and politics, getting it off my chest", said Womack.[4] He also provides vocals on the song "Cloud of Unknowing".
In 2010 Bobby Womack appeared on the main pyramid stage at Glastonbury with the Gorillaz.
The Bravest Man in the World Songfacts reports in 2012, Womack's first album of original material since 1994's Resurrection was released. The Bravest Man in the World was produced by Damon Albarn of Gorillaz and XL Recordings boss, Richard Russell.
Womack died on June 27, 2014 at age 70.
A Woman Likes To Hear That
Bobby Womack Lyrics
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A woman needs to hear that, yes she do
Let her know that she's special
In the things that she do each day
A woman needs to hear that, like that
Send her pretty flowers
And a message so sweet
Like you still turn my head
When you walk down the street
Oh, a woman wants to hear that
Fellas, I'm here to tell you
A woman's got to hear that
To know that she's needed
And if you want to keep her
Make sure you keep her believin'
Believin', believin', believin'
Here's what you gotta do
Like call her from the office just to tell her hello
A woman like to hear that
Say I was thinkin' 'bout you, baby
And I want you to know
You know a woman like to hear that
Oh, you'd really be in trouble
If I could fit through this phone
A women likes to hear that
'Cause I'd be comin', I'd be yupping in
Jumpin' in your bone
Oh, a woman likes to hear that
Oh, I'm here to tell you
A woman's got to hear that
To know that she's needed
And if you want to keep her
Make sure you keep her believin'
Believin', believin', believin'
I know, I know it, oh I know
You might look at other women
But that's just as far as it goes
A woman likes to hear that
Tell her she's young than ever, everyone knows
A woman likes to hear that
But when you come home late for dinner
Put some weak alibi
A woman don't like that, no she don't
She'd worry that you're a book worm
Even though it's a lie
A women likes to hear that
Don't let her, don't let her, don't let her slip away
To know that she's needed
And if you want to keep her
Make sure you keep her believin'
Believin', believin', believin'
I know, I know my woman
Your woman, my woman, his woman
Her woman, everybody's woman
Got to hear it
All you gotta do is tell that you appreciate
The things that she does
And you never, you never, you never
You never lost that feelin'
The first time you fell in love, mama
The woman's got to hear that
To know that she's needed
That's the way the story goes
The lyrics of Bobby Womack's "A Woman Likes To Hear That" is a beautiful ode to women and the importance of making them feel appreciated and loved. The song talks about the different ways men can show their love and admiration to women such as telling them they look beautiful every day, sending them flowers and messages, and letting them know that they are special. The song goes further to explain that all these gestures are necessary because it makes women feel needed, and wanted in a relationship.
Womack further advises men to always make sure they keep their women believing in them, and to always be truthful with them. He emphasizes that dishonesty and unfaithfulness can make women feel insecure and unwanted. The chorus of the song is a reminder that it is important to make women feel needed and appreciated if they are to stay in a relationship.
Overall, Bobby Womack's "A Woman Likes To Hear That" is a timeless classic that highlights the important things men should always do to make their women feel loved and secure. The song is a reminder that small gestures can go a long way in building and maintaining a healthy relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
Tell her she look beautiful every day
A woman needs to be told that she looks gorgeous every day without fail
A woman needs to hear that, yes she do
It is crucial for a woman to hear that she is appreciated
Let her know that she's special
A woman should be made aware of her uniqueness and value
In the things that she do each day
Her daily actions should be acknowledged and appreciated
A woman needs to hear that, like that
Women need to hear such affirming words regularly
Send her pretty flowers
Sending women beautiful flowers is a great way to appreciate them
And a message so sweet
A sweet message accompanying flowers should be sent
A woman got to have that
Women love and deserve flowers and sweet notes
Like you still turn my head
Tell your woman that you are still attracted to her
When you walk down the street
She should know that she turns heads wherever she goes
Oh, a woman wants to hear that
Assure her that she has still got it going on
Fellas, I'm here to tell you
This is a message to all the men here
A woman's got to hear that
Women need to hear such words from their significant other
To know that she's needed
A woman wants to know that she is needed and valued in the relationship
And if you want to keep her
If you want to maintain your relationship with her
Make sure you keep her believin'
Make sure you continue to make her feel appreciated and valued
Believin', believin', believin'
Continue to believe in her, appreciate her, and be faithful to her
Here's what you gotta do
This is what you have to do, gentlemen
Like call her from the office just to tell her hello
Take time to call her even when you're working to greet her
A woman like to hear that
Women feel happy when they are greeted by their loved ones
Say I was thinkin' 'bout you, baby
Tell her that you have been thinking about her
And I want you to know
Let her know that you want her to know what you've been feeling
You know a woman like to hear that
Let her know that women love to hear such things
Oh, you'd really be in trouble
You would have a problem if she could fit through the phone
If I could fit through this phone
If she could come through the phone, it would cause problems
A women likes to hear that
Women like to hear such affectionate words
'Cause I'd be comin', I'd be yupping in
Because she would hurry to come and demonstrate how much she loves him
Jumpin' in your bone
She would probably jump on him to make love to him
Oh, a woman likes to hear that
Women love to hear such things
Oh, I'm here to tell you
This is the message I want to convey to you
A woman's got to hear that
Women need to hear such words from their significant other
To know that she's needed
Women find it comforting to know they are needed
And if you want to keep her
To maintain your relationship with her
Make sure you keep her believin'
Continue to make her feel special and appreciated
Believin', believin', believin'
Remind her that you love her and believe in her
I know, I know it, oh I know
I know this to be true
You might look at other women
Although you may look at other women
But that's just as far as it goes
You will not let it go any further than just admiring them
A woman likes to hear that
Women appreciate hearing that their loved ones have self-control
Tell her she's young than ever, everyone knows
Tell her that she looks younger than she has ever been
A woman likes to hear that
Women love to be complimented on their youthful appearance
But when you come home late for dinner
But when you arrive late for dinner
Put some weak alibi
Offer a flimsy excuse
A woman don't like that, no she don't
Women don't appreciate the lack of accountability or responsibility
She'd worry that you're a book worm
She might worry that you are doing things that you shouldn't be doing
Even though it's a lie
Even if it is a lie
A women likes to hear that
Women like to hear the truth
Don't let her, don't let her, don't let her slip away
Don't allow her to slip away from you
To know that she's needed
Make sure she knows she is needed, valued and loved
And if you want to keep her
If you want to hold onto her and maintain a lasting relationship
Make sure you keep her believin'
Make certain you continue to make her feel special and loved
Believin', believin', believin'
Keep her believing in you and your relationship
I know, I know my woman
I understand what my woman wants and needs
Your woman, my woman, his woman
Women, in general, desire to be appreciated and loved
Her woman, everybody's woman
All women want to be cherished and valued by their loved ones
Got to hear it
It is essential that they hear these words of appreciation and love
All you gotta do is tell that you appreciate
Showing appreciation to the woman is very important
The things that she does
Make sure to appreciate the things she does in your life
And you never, you never, you never
Never forget to
You never lost that feelin'
You never lost the feeling that you had when you first fell in love with her
The first time you fell in love, mama
When you first fell in love with her, remember that feeling and keep it alive
The woman's got to hear that
Reassure her that she is loved and appreciated
To know that she's needed
Let her know that she is needed and valued
That's the way the story goes
It is the natural flow and pattern of the relationship
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Abkco Music Inc.
Written by: BOBBY WOMACK, HAROLD TIMOTHY PAYNE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Brad Shrinkelstein
What a beautiful song. Bobby was one of the greatest singers who ever lived. Up there with the greats.
1991misssunshine
Lovely!
Al Gibbs
Believe it
candyfro89
same idea as womans gotta have it..the others better tho
DarkEliteEric
thanks for upping