Originally signed to Philly Groove Records via a production contract with Norman Harris, the group came with Harris when he signed onboard the newly formed Salsoul. Most of Harris' work would be issued on the Gold Mind subsidiary of Salsoul - First Choice were no exception. The bulk of the group's offerings came from the stable of Baker/Harris/Young, but other producers and mixers would feature prominently, such as Tee Scott and Tom Moulton (whose mix of "Dr. Love" is the all-time favorite of Salsoul Label head Ken Cayre). "Let No Man Put Asunder" would not reach it's penultimate destination in every urban DJ's front crate until Shep Pettibone re-worked it inthe early 1980's. The group had recorded a Southern Soul styled version of Al Green's "Love and Happiness" for their sole Philly Groove album, where it sat alongside the major hit "Armed and Extremely Dangerous" and the minor hit "Smarty Pants". Salsould would eventually re-mix and re-issue all three tracks in various incarnations, leading to the misconception that they were vintage Salsoul cuts. In fact, they were vintage Baker/Harris/Young productions that preceded Salsoul and were acquire by the label after the fact.
Lead vocalist Rochelle Fleming enjoys a reputation as one of the legendary disco divas, and still lends vocals to the occassional one-off house track, such as Tom De Novy's "Summer Love".
First Choice was an American girl group vocal music trio from Philadelphia. The group produced the disco hits "Armed and Extremely Dangerous", "The Player", "Love Thang", "Let No Man Put Asunder" and "Dr. Love".
Career
Fleming was the main vocalist. The group was originally known as the Debronettes.
Philadelphia DJ Georgie Woods introduced the trio to Norman Harris, guitarist with MFSB, to produce their debut single, "This Is The House Where Love Died". Although it sold poorly, the record led to a recording contract with the Philly Groove record label, and the release of Armed and Extremely Dangerous. Also produced by Harris, the song was a hit first in the UK, where it reached the Top 20 in the UK Singles Chart on Bell Records.
U.S. success followed and the later singles, "Smarty Pants" and "The Player," sold equally well.[citation needed] While producer Harris was associated with numerous hits during the disco boom of the late 1970s, the only later chart entry for First Choice was "Dr. Love," and, in 1984, the group split up.
In 1983, however, the group's 1977 album cut "Let No Man Put Asunder" was remixed by Shep Pettibone and Frankie Knuckles for club play, and became a staple for urban DJs and a classic for listeners. The centerpiece vocals and bass riff of the song were among the most sampled expressions of the emerging Chicago house music scene in the 1980s. Steve "Silk" Hurley used this bass line in his 1987 song "Jack Your Body," which went on to become the first house record to top the UK charts.
In 1987, Fleming re-formed the group with her cousin Laconya Fleming, and Lawrence Cottel, to record Love Itch (Prelude Records). In the same year, a reissue of "Let No Man Put Asunder" was a dancefloor hit in the UK.[citation needed]
Over the years, the group has seen some new success, as many of their songs have been remixed and re-released. Larry Levan remixed its "Double Cross" (Gold Mind, 1979) track, plus Tee Scott's first studio mix was "Love Thang" (1979)). It was also remixed by Tony Humphries in 1993 for the Salsoul remix project, two albums released on Double J Records. First Choice benefitted somewhat when Rhino Records put its Armed and Extremely Dangerous into the Soul Hits of the 70s: Didn't It Blow Your Mind series, and also when the Salsoul catalog was digitally remastered and released in the 1990s.
Fleming has also provided guest vocals for the occasional house music release over the years.
Let No Man Put Asunder
First Choice Lyrics
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Remember the good times
Don't you want some more
It's not a perfect love but I'll defend it
'Cause I believe that's what God intended
We got love too good to throw away
It's not over between you and me
It's not over, I don't want to be free
What has been joined by God, by God
Let no man put asunder
Oh, don't throw it away
Don't throw it away
I can't hear those words spoken, understood
Making bonds through love
The times are better good
I'm convinced that what is meant to be will be
Even the stars declare that you belong to me
We got love too good to throw away
It's not over between you and me
It's not over, I don't want to be free
What has been joined by God, by God
Let no man put asunder
Oh, don't throw it away
Don't throw it away
It's not over between you and me
It's not over, I don't want to be free
It's not over between you and me
It's not over, I don't want to be free
(It's not over)
Said I need you and I want you
I got to have you every day in my doggone life
(It's not over)
It's not over, no no no
(It's not over)
(It's not over)
(It's not over)
Said I need you and I want you
I got to have you every day in my doggone life
(It's not over)
It's not over, no no no
(It's not over)
(It's not over)
Baby baby baby, oh
See one thing I know about me and you
That no matter what we go through baby
I know you will be coming back someday
Because I know deep inside you feel the same
Because it's not over
It's not over no no, between you and me
It's not over
Say ooh baby, ooh baby
Come on y'all, come on y'all
You know what I'm saying
Because it's not over
It's not over no no, between you and me
Baby baby baby
It's not over
The main theme of the song “Let No Man Put Asunder” by First Choice is about the endurance and strength of love. It expresses a deep desire to continue to be with a significant other and not let external factors, including time or other people, destroy the bond that the couple has. The song implies that no matter what happens in a relationship, as long as there is love, it should not be ended. The lyrics call to mind the marriage vows, as they speak of the binding force of love joined by God, which cannot be put asunder.
The lyrics emphasize the deep and unbreakable bond between two people who have shared love and life experience. The singer says that they have gone through good times and bad and believe that they are meant to be together. The song encourages people in relationships to remember their love and hold on to it, rather than giving up on each other. It also emphasizes the importance of loyalty and commitment in a relationship, reminding listeners that love is not perfect but worth defending.
In conclusion, the song “Let No Man Put Asunder” is a testament to the strength of love and the perseverance that is required to maintain healthy, long-lasting relationships. Through its inspiring lyrics, the song encourages people to hold on to love in the face of adversity and to never give up on each other.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm surprised to see your suitcase at the door
I'm surprised to see you leaving me
Remember the good times
Remember the happy moments we shared together
Don't you want some more?
Don't you want to relive those happy moments?
It's not a perfect love but I'll defend it
Our love may not be perfect, but I'll fight to keep it alive
'Cause I believe that's what God intended
I believe our love is meant to be and is in accordance with God's will
We got a love too good to throw away
Our love is too special to be discarded
It's not over between you and me
Our relationship is not yet finished
It's not over, I don't want to be free
Our relationship is not yet finished, and I don't want to be alone
What has been joined by God
Our love has been blessed by God
Let no man put asunder
No one should try to come between us
Don't throw it away
Don't give up on our love
I can hear those words spoken as we stood
I can still remember the promises we made to each other
Making vows to love in times of bad or good
We vowed to love each other in both good times and bad
I'm convinced that what is meant to be will be
I am sure that our love is meant to continue
Even the stars declare that you belong to me
Our destiny is written in the stars, and we are meant to be together
Hey
An exclamation of insistence or urgency
I wanna love you some more, more, more
I want to love you even more than I already do
Squeeze me tight, hold me right all night
Hold me close and never let me go
Baby, baby
Affectionate term of endearment
Oh shucks, oh shucks
An exclamation of surprise or admiration
Woo, woo
An expression of excitement or approval
No, no, got to have you
I cannot live without you
I got something that you don't ever wanna turn down
I have something special that you wouldn't want to miss
I got something for your mind, your body, and your soul (soul)
I have something that will satisfy your mind, body, and soul
Right now, right now, baby
Acting on impulse, wanting it immediately
You can have it if you want it
You can have what I am offering if you desire
Oh, I'll make your home a sweet paradise
I'll turn your home into a loving and comfortable place for both of us
I'll make everything all right
I'll make sure that everything is perfect for us
I don't ever wanna get carried in nobody else but you, baby
I only want to be with you, and no one else can compare
You hear what I'm sayin'? You get what I'm coming from?
Do you understand what I'm trying to tell you?
Sing it girls, sing it to me
Encouragement to female backup singers to continue singing
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Bruce Gray, Bruce Hawes
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@thomasbrown3356
Idk the East Coast history with this record, but here in Chicago, it's the single most important, Disco recording in the History of House music-at it's very foundation. Not just sampling bits and pieces- the entire record. For DJs and party people , the song was a very instrumental blueprint. You had to have been there and lived thru it, to relate.
@dolphus32
This song is the anthem of “House music.”I said that back in 84. A Friday night at 1015 N. Halsted or a Saturday night at the underground in the fall of 84, was incomplete if you didn’t hear this or I can’t turn around, Melodies, or I’m looking for loving…!
@djpopcorn
@@dolphus32Love Cant turn around by Daryl Pandy or Issac Hayes?
@MissZeeZee
I dated a guy from Chicago in the 90s. Those were his exact words.
@oscarmason3252
You are so right, I remember jamming to this during those house music days, wbmx hot mix days, I just never knew the artist until recently, this is still a cut fr
@kimjackson3851
@@dolphus32 1:26
@luckytaco97
Wow. Sample galore.....so many parts have been used in both house & drum n bass.
@markoruzicic
musicgeoman so true, im surprised really... just came across this song and I cant believe it.. its like I heard it milion times before.. :)
@markoruzicic
marko mixnot even footwork/juke i think DJ Rashad sampled "everyday of my life"
@Telekineticfish
If you like garage Y U QT just put out a track sampling this. U BELONG 2 ME