Gladys Knight, born on May 28, 1944, developed her singing style while singing with her family at Baptist church functions. Though the group first released recordings in 1958, their career really got started when Motown founder Berry Gordy witnessed them perform at Harlem’s Apollo Theater in 1966 and felt very impressed. With a career following spanning decade after decade, featuring many hits, the group has been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, Ohio.
Put A Little Love In Your Heart
Gladys Knight & The Pips Lyrics
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And a harmony is the key
You gotta make up your mind and do it
Won't, won't ya, yeah, yeah
Think of your fellow man, lend him a helping hand
Put a little love in your heart
You see, it's getting late, oh, please don't hesitate
And the world (and the world) will be a better place
And the world (and the world) will be a better place
For you (for you) and me (and me)
You just wait (just wait) and see
Another day goes by, and still the children cry
Put a little love in your heart
If you want the world to know, we won't let hatred grow, no no
Put a little love in your heart
And the world (and the world) will be a better place
And the world (and the world) will be a better place
For you (for you) and me (and me)
You just wait (just wait) and see
Put a little love
Put a little love
Put a little love
Put a little love
Put a little love
Put a little love
Take a good look around and if you're lookin' down
Put a little love in your heart
I hope when you decide kindness will be your guide
Put a little love in your heart
And the world (and the world) will be a better place
And the world (and the world) will be a better place
For you (for you) and me (and me)
You just wait (just wait) and see
Put a little love
Put a little love
Put a little love
Put a little love
Put a little love
Put a little love
Put a little love
Put a little love
Put a little love
Put a little love
Put a little love
Put a little love
Gladys Knight & The Pips's song "Put A Little Love In Your Heart" is a call for people to be kind and compassionate towards one another. The lyrics are encouraging listeners to think about their fellow man and lend a helping hand. The first verse is an invitation to everyone who is listening to put a little love in their hearts because it is getting late, and we shouldn't wait any longer to spread love around us. The second verse acknowledges the world's problems, like children crying, and offers a solution - putting a little love in our hearts.
The chorus of the song reiterates the idea that the world would be a better place if we all have a little more love in our hearts. The lyrics are hopeful and optimistic, stating that we should wait and see just how much of an impact our kindness and love can have on the world. The final verse encourages listeners to look around them and to be kind to others, hoping that kindness will become their guide.
Overall, the song is a reminder that we should treat each other with kindness and respect, and that we all have a responsibility to make the world a better place. The lyrics are timeless and continue to inspire people today to put a little love in their hearts and spread it to others.
Line by Line Meaning
Think of your fellow man, lend him a helping hand
Consider other people's needs and assist them willingly
Put a little love in your heart
Show compassion and kindness to others
You see, it's getting late, oh, please don't hesitate
Time is running out, so act now with love and generosity
And the world will be a better place
If everyone demonstrated love, the world would be a better place
And the world will be a better place for you and me
Everyone benefits when love is shown to one another
You just wait and see
Observe the changes that will occur when love is shown
Another day goes by, and still the children cry
Despite the passage of time, the suffering of the innocent continues
If you want the world to know, we won't let hatred grow
To stop hatred from spreading, it is necessary to demonstrate love
Take a good look around and if you're lookin' down
Observe your surroundings with a positive outlook
I hope when you decide kindness will be your guide
May kindness be the driving force behind your decisions and actions
Put a little love in your heart
Show compassion and kindness to others
And the world will be a better place
If everyone demonstrated love, the world would be a better place
And the world will be a better place for you and me
Everyone benefits when love is shown to one another
You just wait and see
Observe the changes that will occur when love is shown
Put a little love in your heart
Show compassion and kindness to others
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Jackie DeShannon, Jimmy Holiday, Randy Myers
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