Knight started to record solo material due to legal issues that forced her and The Pips to record separately. Her solo debut "Miss Gladys Knight" was released in 1978 followed by "Gladys Knight" on Colombia Records. Knight recorded the title track for the James Bond movie "Licence To Kill." It became a Top 10 hit in the UK, peaking at #6. Knight's third solo album, "Good Woman" was released in 1991 on MCA Records (now Geffen Records). The album quickly climbed the charts to #1 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart. The album features the lead single, "Men" (#2 R&B). Her fourth album, "Just For You" followed in 1995. The album went Gold. Knight most recent album is her critically acclaimed ninth studio album, "Before Me", released in 2006.
I Don
Gladys Knight Lyrics
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But you've been gone baby so long
And I hope I hope you'll understand
That it's really, it's really oh yes it is
It's out of my hands
But I don't want to do wrong, I don't want to do wrong
(But it's been so long), it's been so long
(No, no, no) um
Since you've been away (since you've been away)
I been prayin' everyday (I been prayin' everyday)
For God to make me strong till ya get back home
No, no, no, no I don't want to do it
But my heart keeps tellin' me to
I know I tried with all of my might
Ah ha I think I've lost this fight
(I don't want to do wrong) I don't want to do wrong
(But it's been so long) it's been so long
(I just can't help myself) I just can't, I just can't
(No, no, no)
Oh yeah
But then again my dear
Time passed and I didn't hear
A comforting word from you to make me see
That you were still in love with me
So if by chance you've found ya' another girl
Love her and I wish ya' all the happiness in the world
'Cause I've found a new love and I can't break loose
I hope I can find happiness too
(I don't want to do wrong) I don't want to do wrong
(But it's been so long) oh it's been so long
(I just can't help myself) no, no
No, no, no, no, no, no
I don't want to do wrong
(But it's been so long)
(I just can't help myself)
I just can't, I just can't, I just can't, I just can't, I just can't
I don't want to do wrong
(But it's been so long)
(I just can't help myself)
I just can't, I just can't
"I Don't Want To Do Wrong" is a classic soulful song by Gladys Knight & The Pips released in 1971. The song speaks of the struggles of a woman who's been waiting for her lover to return after a long absence, but the longing and loneliness have become unbearable. She contemplates finding solace in the arms of another man, even though she does not want to do anything wrong. The lyrics echo the inner conflict of a person torn between her loyalty and desire.
The song is a powerful rendition by Gladys Knight, and her vocals bring out the depth and passion of the lyrics. The song is a classic example of soulful music with its powerful beat, instrumentation, and unforgettable lyrics. The lyrics capture the emotions of anyone who has ever experienced the heartache of being separated from a loved one. The song is relatable, and many people have found comfort in its lyrics.
"I Don't Want To Do Wrong" was a significant hit for Gladys Knight & The Pips and reached number 9 on the Billboard's R&B chart. The song has since become a classic in soul music and is still played on the radio today. The song has touched millions of people's hearts, and it continues to be a symbol of hope and resilience in times of heartbreak.
Line by Line Meaning
Um I don't want to do wrong
I do not want to make a mistake
But you've been gone baby so long
Since you left, it has been a long time
And I hope I hope you'll understand
I hope that you will comprehend
That it's really, it's really oh yes it is
It is the truth after all
It's out of my hands
I cannot control it
But it's been so long
However, a lot of time has passed
I just can't help myself
I cannot help but feel this way
No, no, no um
Absolutely not
Since you've been away (since you've been away)
Since you have been gone
I been prayin' everyday (I been prayin' everyday)
I have been praying every day
For God to make me strong till ya get back home
I asked for strength until your return
I don't want to do it
I do not want to do this
But my heart keeps tellin' me to
But my heart urges me to
I know I tried with all of my might
I know I have tried with all of my strength
Ah ha I think I've lost this fight
I think I have lost this struggle
Oh yeah
Oh yes
But then again my dear
But, my beloved,
Time passed and I didn't hear
Time went by without a word
A comforting word from you to make me see
I wanted to hear comforting words from you to understand
That you were still in love with me
That you still loved me
So if by chance you've found ya' another girl
Therefore, if you have found another woman
Love her and I wish ya' all the happiness in the world
Love her and I hope you find happiness
'Cause I've found a new love and I can't break loose
Because I have found a new love and I cannot let go
I hope I can find happiness too
I hope I can find happiness as well
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: GLADYS KNIGHT, JOHNNY BRISTOL, KATHRINE SCHAFFNER, MERALD KNIGHT, WILLIAM GUEST
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