The group formed in 1961 with Leonard "Butch" Davis, Charles Whittington, Jimmy Williams and Joe Harris. They were originally known as the United Image and released two singles, "Love's Creeping Up on Me" on Stax Records in 1971 and "The African Bump" on Branding Iron Records in 1972.
They were signed to Salsoul Records in 1975 and released their debut album, Ten Percent in 1976. The album featured the title track, which was remixed by Walter Gibbons and reached No. 54 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No. 2 on the dance/disco charts. The tracks "Everyman (Has to Carry His Own Weight) and "My Love Is Free" were also popular club songs.
In 2001, a dance group called M&S used samples from Double Exposure's "Everyman" in their song called "Salsoul Nugget".
In September 2008, they recorded new material an Eli/Dixon/Green composition called "Soul Recession"/Soultronics Records at Eli's Studio E (The Grooveyard) facility in Philadelphia. Some original Salsoul/Philly/TSOP (The Sound of Philadelphia)/MFSB (Gamble and Huff) session musicians have appeared on "Soul Recession", including Earl Young, Bobby Eli, Dennis Harris, T.G. Conway, Jimmy Williams and Rikki Hicks.
Jimmy Williams died in October 2016.[1]
My Love Is Free
Double Exposure Lyrics
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Just call my name
And I'll be there honey
And I'll ease the pain
If you had a million I wouldn't take it it's simple
Can't you see cause you're worth than that
You can get it in a time girl
My love is my love is my love is
Free free free free
What a feel love is
It constantly leavin' me all time high
You should be givin' my love a time
With me that's the only what's guaranteed
Oh can't you see
Cause you're just worth than that baby
So you can get it in a time girl
So come and get it from me
My love is free
Yes it is free
I've got the feelin' in the morning
With me that's the only what's guaranteed
Oh can't you see
Because you're worth than that
You can get it in a time girl
So come and get it from me
My love is my love is free free free free
I've got a good love
Yes I have
If I have my love
You see I wouldn't mind to die
I've got the feeling
I'm gonna make love tonight
Right on here tonight
Right here with you baby
I can ease you anytime
I've got the feelin' in the morning
Lady lady lady
Baby baby baby
Sometimes I get a little trouble
And sometimes I get so blue
But every time I get mixed up inside
I think of love I have for you
I've got to free
The lyrics to Double Exposure's song "My Love is Free" center around the idea that the singer's love is not something that can be bought with money. The opening lines are an assertion of this fact, as the singer declares that they do not need any money and all that is required is for the intended person to call their name, and they will be there to ease their pain. The next lines, "if you had a million, I wouldn't take it, it's simple" further emphasize the message that the singer's love cannot be purchased. They then urge the listener to recognize their own worth, stating that they are worth more than money and can receive the singer's love any time they want. The repeated refrain of "my love is free" is an anthem-like assertion of this core message, that love is not something that can be bought or sold.
Moving on to the next verse, the singer describes the feeling of being in love as a constant high, and emphasizes that being with them is the only thing that is guaranteed to keep that feeling going. The song then returns to the refrain, with the repeated declaration that the singer's love is free. The bridge of the song sees the singer affirming their love for the listener, stating that they wouldn't mind dying if it meant they could give their love to them. The song then returns once again to the repeated refrain of "my love is free" before concluding.
Overall, the message of the song is one of the value and power of love, and the way it cannot be bought with money. The singer urges the listener to recognize their worth and accept their love, which they assert as being a powerful force that can alleviate pain, create constant joy, and make life worth living.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't need no money
Money is not a requirement for my love, care and attention.
Just call my name
All you have to do is reach out to me and I'll be there to help and support you.
And I'll be there honey
I'll always be there for you to provide comfort and care.
And I'll ease the pain
I'm ready to support and help you through your difficult times.
If you had a million I wouldn't take it it's simple
My love is not for sale or money, it's priceless and cannot be bought.
Can't you see cause you're worth than that
I value you and your well-being above all else.
You can get it in a time girl
My love and care are always available to you.
So came and get it from me
Reach out to me when you need my love and care.
My love is my love is my love is
My love is an endless and infinite resource.
Free free free free
My love comes at no cost, it's free and always available to you.
What a feel love is
Love is an incredible feeling and emotion.
It constantly leavin' me all time high
My love and affection for you always leaves me feeling ecstatic and fulfilled.
You should be givin' my love a time
Take some time to accept and appreciate my love for you.
With me that's the only what's guaranteed
The only certain thing in life is my love and support for you.
Oh can't you see
I hope you can understand and appreciate my love for you.
Cause you're just worth than that baby
You are priceless and invaluable to me.
So you can get it in a time girl
I am always here to provide my love and care when you need it.
So come and get it from me
Don't hesitate to ask for my love and support, I'm here for you.
My love is free
My love comes at no cost or price, it's freely available to you.
Yes it is free
My love is truly and honestly free of charge.
I've got the feelin' in the morning
I feel my love for you strongly, even in the morning when I wake up.
With me that's the only what's guaranteed
You can always count on receiving my love and support.
Lady lady lady
An affectionate term to refer to you, my dear lady.
Baby baby baby
An endearing term of affection to refer to you, my dear.
Sometimes I get a little trouble
I face difficulties and problems like everyone else.
And sometimes I get so blue
I feel sad or down at times, just like everyone else.
But every time I get mixed up inside
Whenever I feel confused or overwhelmed, I turn to thoughts of your love and support for me.
I think of love I have for you
I find comfort and solace in the love and care that I have for you.
I've got to free
I must express my love and affection for you at all times, it's a part of who I am.
I've got a good love
My love for you is strong, genuine, and worthwhile.
If I have my love
My love for you is invaluable and cannot be measured or weighed.
You see I wouldn't mind to die
My love for you is worth everything, even my own life.
I'm gonna make love tonight
I am looking forward to expressing my love and affection for you tonight.
Right on here tonight
I am ready and willing to show you my love and affection tonight.
Right here with you baby
I am excited to be close to you and express my love and affection for you tonight.
I can ease you anytime
I am always available to provide comfort and care whenever you need it.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ALLAN FELDER, ALLAN W. FELDER, ALLAN WAYNE FELDER, BUNNY SIGLER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@MikeBTek
Block party hustling under the street lights and stars in Brooklyn... or hustling for life with the beautiful party people and dance clubs in NYC.
@blewfootblewfoot5300
East New York Brooklyn.... From Blewfoot.....
@kennethwright8108
THIS IS ABSOLUTELY ONE OF THE BADDDDEST TUNES IN MY BOOK OF ALL TIME.
@lillianbalkum5975
As a New York City girl this takes me back to a sweet place:)
@bigdad1211
This was the Paradise Garage 3am wake up song! You heard this and you couldn't help but dance! Miss those days. 😢
@princeyab
70'S 80'S !!!!!!!!! JESUS I WAS 15 YEARS OLD AND I REMEMEBER MY PARENTS HAVING BASEMENT PARTIES IN BROOKLYN NY!! AND I WOULD BE DOWN THERE DANCING AND HAVING A BLAST WITH THEM!! NEVER QUESTIONED THE FUN THEY HAD!! MISS MY CHILDHOOD MY MOM & DAD WAS IS AND WILL ALWAYS BE MY GREATEST HEROS AND INSPIRATION
@marjorierandall2684
Seems like EVERYBODY had an after hours joint in their Brooklyn basement! My mom had hers in the 60's! I remember sitting in the hall on the steps listening to the music when I was supposed to be in bed. Sometimes I would fall asleep...
@BKDotDavis
Yes, the absolute best times! Dancing in Gershwin Park in East New York. Getting dressed and walking down the block, looking for the hottest house parties: WHERE THE PARTY AT, YALL?!?!? and nobody got hurt
. . . Oh, the memories . . .
@poiisonivy8937
I'm so glad I got a chance to live in New York when I was younger. Because of that, I LOVE DISCO MUSIC!!! I'm 31, and love it so much better than the garbage they play nowadays
@geegod9122
Truly the sound of Philly orchestral fonk!!!!!!!