I Love My Baby
International G.T.O.'s Lyrics


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I have just one regret in life
That change I wasted
When you said goodbye
And to be honest, at the time
Though I could see
I must have been blind
Oh what I'd give to have you back
Relive those moments once again
I'd take your hand
And we would fly
Just you and me
My love and I

I pray to god that there will be
An end to all this hatred
People are showing
If seems you cannot even breathe
Without the fear of bombs exploding

Whatever happened to our world
Where making love
Meant holding hands
Remember how we used to try
Just you and me
My love and I
My love and I

We used to meet after work
Me all covered in dirt
And you with your hair all scattered
But it didn't matter

Oh for those days of present, past
Those happy moments we would share
Above the clouds beyond the sky
Just you and me
My love and I
Above the clouds beyond the sky
Just you and me my love




Just you and me
My love and I

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of International G.T.O.'s song I Love My Baby are a reflection of the singer's one regret in life, which is wasting the opportunity to change when his lover said goodbye. The singer expresses deep remorse for not realizing the value of the moments he shared with his lover at that time, admitting that he must have been blind. The song talks about how much he wishes he could turn back time to relive those moments once again and fly with his lover just as it was in the beginning when they were in love. The song is full of nostalgia, longing, and regret. The lyrics also speak about the state of the world, where hatred and violence have taken over, and people live in fear of bomb explosions. The singer reminisces about the good old days when love was pure and innocent, and people were not afraid to walk hand in hand.


One interesting fact about the song is that International G.T.O. is a musical group formed by guitarist Tommy Bolin before he joined Deep Purple. The band's name stands for "Guitarists Tommy and Other Guys." Another interesting fact is that the song was written by Bolin along with John Tesar and John Tesar Jr. Both Tesars were also members of International G.T.O. The song was released in 1969 as a single under the label, Treasure Records. Another interesting fact about the song is that it was one of the first songs to feature Tommy Bolin's lead vocals. Bolin was primarily known for his masterful guitar playing and had not yet gained recognition as a singer. I Love My Baby was one of the few songs where he showcased his vocal abilities.


Another fascinating fact about the song is that it was recorded in the same studio (Judee Sill's place in Laurel Canyon) where Jimi Hendrix recorded his iconic album Electric Ladyland. Additionally, the song features a beautiful melody and harmonies that complement the lyrics. The guitar riff on the song is also incredibly catchy, featuring Tommy Bolin's signature sound. The song did not achieve much commercial success as it was overshadowed by other hits of the era. However, it did receive critical acclaim and is considered a gem of rock and roll history.


Chords (as interpreted by a fan): Am, F, E, Dm And the chorus: G, C, D.


Line by Line Meaning

I have just one regret in life
The artist has only one regret, and it's from a certain moment when they wasted their opportunity to make a change leading to them being separated from their loved one.


That change I wasted
The artist had a chance to make a change but didn't take it, leading to regret.


When you said goodbye
The artist is regretting a past relationship where their loved one left and said goodbye.


And to be honest, at the time Though I could see I must have been blind
The artist reflects on the time when their loved one left and realizes that although they knew what was happening, they were in denial and didn't face the truth.


Oh what I'd give to have you back
The artist would do anything to have their loved one back.


Relive those moments once again
The artist wants to relive moments from the past with their loved one.


I'd take your hand And we would fly Just you and me My love and I
The artist would take their loved one's hand and they would fly together in love.


I pray to god that there will be An end to all this hatred People are showing
The artist is hoping and praying for the end of hatred that people have been showing.


If seems you cannot even breathe Without the fear of bombs exploding
Nowadays, it feels like everyone is stuck in a constant state of fear for their safety because of the violent acts being committed around the world.


Whatever happened to our world Where making love Meant holding hands
The artist is lamenting the loss of a simpler time where making love meant simple, sweet gestures like holding hands.


Remember how we used to try Just you and me My love and I My love and I
The artist is reminiscing about the effort they used to put into their relationship with their loved one and how they want to go back to those times.


We used to meet after work Me all covered in dirt And you with your hair all scattered But it didn't matter
When their relationship was still strong, the artist and their loved one used to meet after work, no matter how tired or worn-out they both were because it didn't matter to them.


Oh for those days of present, past Those happy moments we would share Above the clouds beyond the sky Just you and me My love and I Above the clouds beyond the sky Just you and me my love Just you and me My love and I
The artist misses the happy moments from the past and wishes that they could be above the clouds and beyond the sky just with their loved one in a state of pure love.




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Comments from YouTube:

@eowenspa2

For some reason l have never forgotten this tune. It really is a very well crafted, beautiful piece of my 70s memories. Station Road , up those flights of stairs, open those doors…..it just hits you

@ThePepehopkins

Irvine welsh brought me here.

@kensims4086

just found this at thrift store for 50 cents! yes!!

@strictlynorton

The universe arranged it for you Ken. Truly blessed. One love from a UK soulboy!

@SteveG_

£300 record....

@mickbrown8249

RADDclife CIVIC 😁 last Time i danced to this..neva ever Thought I'd ever see Four Perfetions / * im not strong enough * but did WIGAN CASINO days ..ktf

@ianbanner4446

That’s a tune

@stevenstewardson4829

Another soul perfection Love N/S forever and KTF everyone ❤ ❤ ❤

@chylogurti

Stormer Top drawer. Cheers

@trojanskinhead5318

outstanding. KTF ✊

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