Daryl Hall began performing professionally while he was a student at Temple University. In 1966, he recorded a single with Kenny Gamble and the Romeos; the group featured Kenny Gamble, Leon Huff, and Thom Bell, who would all become the architects of Philly soul. During this time, Hall frequently appeared on sessions for Gamble and Huff. In 1967, Hall met John Oates, a fellow Temple University student. Oates was leading his own soul band at the time. The two students realized they had similar tastes and began performing together in an array of R&B and doo wop groups. By 1968, the duo had parted ways, as Oates transferred schools and Hall formed the soft rock band Gulliver; the group released one album on Elektra in the late '60s before disbanding.
After Gulliver's breakup, Hall concentrated on session work again, appearing as a backup vocalist for The Stylistics, The Delfonics, and The Intruders, among others. Oates returned to Philadelphia in 1969, and he and Hall began writing folk-oriented songs and performing together. Eventually they came to the attention of Tommy Mottola, who quickly became their manager, securing the duo a contract with Atlantic Records. On their first records — Whole Oates (1972), Abandoned Luncheonette (1973), War Babies (1974) — the duo were establishing their sound, working with producers like Arif Mardin and Todd Rundgren and removing much of their folk influences. At the beginning of 1974, the duo relocated from Philadelphia to New York. During this period, they only managed one hit — the number 60 "She's Gone" in the spring of 1974.
After they moved to RCA in 1975, the duo landed on its successful mixture of soul, pop, and rock, scoring a Top Ten single with "Sara Smile." The success of "Sara Smile" prompted the re-release of "She's Gone," which rocketed into the Top Ten as well. Released in the summer of 1976, Bigger than the Both of Us was only moderately successful upon its release. The record took off in early 1977, when "Rich Girl" became the duo's first number one single.
Although they had several minor hits between 1977 and 1980, the albums Hall & Oates released at the end of the decade were not as successful as their mid-'70s records. Nevertheless, they were more adventurous, incorporating more rock elements into their blue-eyed soul. The combination would finally pay off in late 1980, when the duo released the self-produced Voices, the album that marked the beginning of Hall & Oates' greatest commercial and artistic success. The first single from Voices, a cover of Righteous Brothers' "You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling," reached number 12, yet it was the second single, "Kiss on My List" that confirmed their commercial potential by becoming the duo's second number one single; its follow-up, "You Make My Dreams" hit number five. They quickly released Private Eyes in the summer of 1981; the record featured two number one hits, "Private Eyes" and "I Can't Go for That (No Can Do)," as well as the Top Ten hit "Did It in a Minute." "I Can't Go for That (No Can Do)" also spent a week at the top of the R&B charts — a rare accomplishment for a white act. H20 followed in 1982 and it proved more successful than their two previous albums, selling over two million copies and launching their biggest hit single, "Maneater," as well as the Top Ten hits "One on One" and "Family Man." The following year, the duo released a greatest-hits compilation, Rock 'N Soul, Pt. 1, that featured two new Top Ten hits — the number two "Say It Isn't So" and "Adult Education."
In April of 1984, the Recording Industry Association of America announced that Hall & Oates had surpassed Everly Brothers as the most successful duo in rock history, earning a total of 19 gold and platinum awards. Released in October of 1984, Big Bam Boom expanded their number of gold and platinum awards, selling over two million copies and launching four Top 40 singles, including the number one "Out of Touch." Following their contract-fulfilling gold album Live at the Apollo with David Ruffin & Eddie Kendrick, Hall & Oates went on hiatus. After the lukewarm reception for Daryl Hall's 1986 solo album, Three Hearts in the Happy Ending Machine, the duo regrouped to release 1988's Ooh Yeah!, their first record for Arista. The first single, "Everything Your Heart Desires," went to number three and helped propel the album to platinum status.
However, none of the album's other singles broke the Top 20, indicating that the era of chart dominance had ended. Change of Season, released in 1990, confirmed that fact. Although the record went gold, it only featured one Top 40 hit — the number 11 single, "So Close." The duo mounted a comeback in 1997 with Marigold Sky, but it was only partially successful; far better was 2003's Do It for Love and the following year soul covers record Our Kind of Soul.
You've Lost That Loving Feeling
Daryl Hall & John Oates Lyrics
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And there's no tenderness like before in your fingertips
You're trying hard not to show it
(Baby)
But baby, baby I know it
You've lost that lovin' feelin'
Oh that lovin' feelin'
Now it's gone, gone, gone, oh, oh, oh
There's no welcome look in your eyes when I reach for you
And girl you're starting to criticize little things I do
Ooh, it makes me just feel like cryin'
(Baby)
'Cause baby something beautiful's dyin'
You've lost that lovin' feelin'
Oh that lovin' feelin'
You've lost that lovin' feelin'
Not it's gone, gone, gone, oh, oh, oh
Baby, baby, I get down on my knees for you
(Get down on my knees)
If you would only love me like you used to do
(If you would only love me, love me)
We had a love, a love, a love you don't find everyday
(A love you don't find)
So don't, don't, don't let it slip away
(Away)
I said, "Baby"
(Baby)
Baby
(Baby)
(I'm beggin' you please)
I'm beggin' you please
I need your love
(I need your love)
I need your love
So bring it on back
(Bring it on back)
Now bring it on back
(Now bring it on back)
You've got to bring back that lovin' feelin'
Oh that lovin' feelin'
Bring back that lovin' feelin'
'Cause it's gone, gone, gone
And I can't go on, oh, oh, oh
Bring back that lovin' feelin'
Oh that lovin' feelin'
Bring back that lovin' feelin'
'Cause it's gone, gone, gone
Bring back that lovin' feelin'
Oh that lovin' feelin'
Bring back that lovin' feelin'
'Cause it's gone, gone, gone
Bring back that lovin' feelin'
Oh that lovin' feelin'
Bring back that lovin' feelin'
The song "You've Lost That Loving Feeling" by Daryl Hall and John Oates is a heart-wrenching ballad that speaks to the pain of lost love. The lyrics portray a relationship that has lost its spark and passion. The singer is pleading with his partner to bring back what they once had, expressing his desperation for their love to be restored. The opening lines, "You never close your eyes anymore when I kiss your lips, and there's no tenderness like before in your fingertips," paint a vivid picture of a relationship that has lost its intimacy and connection. The singer notices these changes and recognizes that his partner is trying to hide her lack of feelings for him.
The chorus repeats the phrase "You've lost that lovin' feelin'" three times, emphasizing the loss of the love and passion that once existed in their relationship. The phrase "now it's gone, gone, gone" reinforces the idea that their love has disappeared completely.
The bridge highlights the desperation of the singer, who is willing to do anything to get his partner to love him again. "Baby, baby, I get down on my knees for you, if you would only love me like you used to do" showcases the singer's willingness to humble himself and do whatever it takes to save their love. The closing lines, "Bring back that lovin' feelin', 'cause it's gone, gone, gone, and I can't go on," express the singer's ultimate fear – the idea that he cannot live without the love of his partner.
Overall, the song is a powerful portrayal of lost love, desperation, and the longing for a rekindled connection. It's no surprise that it has become a classic love ballad that people still connect with today, even decades after its initial release.
Line by Line Meaning
You never close your eyes anymore when I kiss your lips
You've become distant and uninterested in our intimate moments; you've disconnected from our love.
And there's no tenderness like before in your fingertips
Your touch lacks the warmth and gentleness it used to possess, accentuating the emotional distance you've put between us.
You're trying hard not to show it
(Baby)
But baby, baby I know it
You're attempting to conceal your disinterest in our relationship, but it's evident in your actions and I can feel it.
You've lost that lovin' feelin'
Oh that lovin' feelin'
You've lost that lovin' feelin'
Now it's gone, gone, gone, oh, oh, oh
Our love has dissipated, and it's apparent in the lack of passion and emotion you exhibit towards me. The love we shared has vanished, leaving an empty void between us.
There's no welcome look in your eyes when I reach for you
And girl you're starting to criticize little things I do
Ooh, it makes me just feel like cryin'
(Baby)
'Cause baby something beautiful's dyin'
You don't show affection towards me anymore, and your nitpicking and complaints chip away at the beautiful thing we had. It hurts me deeply to watch it die before my eyes.
Baby, baby, I get down on my knees for you
(Get down on my knees)
If you would only love me like you used to do
(If you would only love me, love me)
We had a love, a love, a love you don't find everyday
(A love you don't find)
So don't, don't, don't let it slip away
(Away)
I'm willing to do anything to salvage what we had, to regain the love and affection that we shared. We had something that's rare and precious, and I'm begging you not to let it slip away.
I said, "Baby"
(Baby)
Baby
(Baby)
(I'm beggin' you please)
I'm beggin' you please
I need your love
(I need your love)
I need your love
So bring it on back
(Bring it on back)
Now bring it on back
(Now bring it on back)
My love for you is still as strong as ever, and I'm pleading with you to bring back the passion and emotion to our relationship. I need your love and affection to feel whole again.
You've got to bring back that lovin' feelin'
Oh that lovin' feelin'
Bring back that lovin' feelin'
'Cause it's gone, gone, gone
And I can't go on, oh, oh, oh
You're the only one who can reignite the spark we had, to bring back that loving feeling that we once shared. Without it, I can't continue on this way.
Bring back that lovin' feelin'
Oh that lovin' feelin'
Bring back that lovin' feelin'
'Cause it's gone, gone, gone
I'm desperately asking you to bring back our love, to rekindle that feeling of passion and emotion that kept us together for so long. Without it, our love is truly gone forever.
Bring back that lovin' feelin'
Oh that lovin' feelin'
Bring back that lovin' feelin'
'Cause it's gone, gone, gone
I can't stress it enough - I need you to bring back that feeling of love and affection that we shared. Without it, we are doomed to remain distant and disconnected.
Bring back that lovin' feelin'
Oh that lovin' feelin'
Bring back that lovin' feelin'
Love is the foundation of our relationship, and I won't give up on it without a fight. I'll keep asking you to bring it back, to put in the effort and work to make us feel whole again.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Abkco Music Inc.
Written by: Phil Spector, Barry Mann, Cynthia Weil
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@alexandersmith5429
You never close your eyes anymore when I kiss your lips
And there's no tenderness like before in your fingertips
You're trying hard not to show it
(Baby)
But baby, baby I know it
You've lost that lovin' feelin'
Oh that lovin' feelin'
You've lost that lovin' feelin'
Now it's gone, gone, gone, oh, oh, oh
There's no welcome look in your eyes when I reach for you
And girl you're starting to criticize little things I do
Ooh, it makes me just feel like cryin'
(Baby)
'Cause baby something beautiful's dyin'
You've lost that lovin' feelin'
Oh that lovin' feelin'
You've lost that lovin' feelin'
Not it's gone, gone, gone, oh, oh, oh
Baby, baby, I get down on my knees for you
(Get down on my knees)
If you would only love me like you used to do
(If you would only love me, love me)
We had a love, a love, a love you don't find everyday
(A love you don't find)
So don't, don't, don't let it slip away
(Away)
I said, "Baby"
(Baby)
Baby
(Baby)
(I'm beggin' you please)
I'm beggin' you please
I need your love
(I need your love)
I need your love
So bring it on back
(Bring it on back)
Now bring it on back
(Now bring it on back)
You've got to bring back that lovin' feelin'
Oh that lovin' feelin'
Bring back that lovin' feelin'
'Cause it's gone, gone, gone
And I can't go on, oh, oh, oh
Bring back that lovin' feelin'
Oh that lovin' feelin'
Bring back that lovin' feelin'
'Cause it's gone, gone, gone
Bring back that lovin' feelin'
Oh that lovin' feelin'
Bring back that lovin' feelin'
'Cause it's gone, gone, gone
Bring back that lovin' feelin'
Oh that lovin' feelin'
Bring back that lovin' feelin'
@appleiiee
In light of recent events: I dedicate this song to Hall and Oates in the hopes they become friends again. Peace to you both. ☮💜🙂
@gmhitsrecord
Amen.🙏🏼
@SnowDog0
It so upsetting to hear this news. They are literally performing a Righteous Brother song. I know there is more to the lawsuit but at the very least John should be able to perform songs solo and Daryl should be able to get financial credit. Hard to choose sides.
@relaxingandsoothing4374
I hear that. Can you imagine they work things out and perform this song and She's Gone live? Of course there are many other hits. Push every disagreement aside, clean slate.
@cindymorin6449
@@SnowDog0 The song part is not in the lawsuit. It's part of the restraining order that came from the judge after Hall filed his claim. John tried selling his share of their joint venture to a 3rd party. So, because of that, both of them had to sit down with an arbitrator to agree on which songs each one can or can't sing on his own. Due to the lawsuit and royalties that come from their songs, until it's settled, there's a freeze on some of the songs and everything else that involved the Hall & Oats logo.
I don't think they'll ever come back together because they haven't been in years. Plus, believe it or not, they were never friends. They were/are business partners and nothing more. Hall even said that they hardly do anything outside of business and only come together when they go on stage.
@cindymorin6449
I seriously doubt they'll ever will be friends because they never were nor do I see them singing together ever again. Hall said that all they ever did was share a stage. They never did much of anything together on a personal level. It was all business with them. In Hall's eyes, according to the lawsuit, John went behind his back and tried to sell off his share of their joint venture business which he cannot do as per the contract they have with each other in regards to this.
It's sad...Hall feels betrayed as a business partner of over 50 years together. It doesn't look good for John who's claiming he didn't do anything wrong. Let's see what happens. There's obviously enough evidence there since a judge approved a restraining order which makes it impossible for either one to sell or really do anything at this point that involves around their music until this is completely settled.
It'll soon come to light and if what Darryl is accusing John of doing is true, then I'll have no respect left for John for doing this after being together for over 59 years!
@topnotch4564
I Never knew they Rocked this Classic.
@user-sd5xe5dz2t
Fantastic cover of a classic
@mcorsaro75
John has a great voice
@dacevillen7093
Me and my son would sing the shit out of this song but only in the work truck, he was about 5 at the time and those were the best of times. waiting on a grand child now to sing the shit out of this song AGAIN