In 1976, Carne was signed to Kenneth Gamble and Leon Huff's Philadelphia International Records; her debut album Jean Carn was a classy affair that merged the best of '70s soul and jazz with solid song-writing and tight instrumental support (MFSB, Instant Funk). The debut single "Free Love" went to number 23 R&B. Though the follow-up single did not chart, several of the album's tracks received considerable radio airplay. In June 1978, Happy to Be With You, her second album for the label was released. It included the hit single "Don't Let It Go to Your Head."
Carne's third Philadelphia International album When I Find You Love was more of a return conceptually (musically and sonically) to that of Jean Carn. Produced by Dexter Wansel, the album rates as one of Carne's best efforts. The smooth and halting "My Love Don't Come Easy" peaked at number 43 R&B in the summer of 1979. At this time Ms. Carne was switched from the Philadelphia International label to the subsidiary TSOP imprint for her final outing. Released in August 1981, Sweet and Wonderful featured a stunning and classy remake of the Spinners' "Love Don't Love Nobody," which went to number 35 R&B.
Frustrated with her lack of substantial sales and promotion of her previous albums which were artistic and critical successes, if not commercially as acclaimed, Carne moved to Motown Records in 1982, making her label debut with the album Trust Me. The single "If You Don't Know Me By Now," a cover of the Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes hit with backing vocals by The Temptations, went to number 49 R&B. A scheduled follow-up LP was canned and is reportedly in the vaults, following Ms. Carne's leaving the Motown roster. By 1986, Carne signed to Omni Records. Closer Than Close was released in July of that year and the title track went to number one R&B. Her 1988 album You're a Part of Me included a hit cover of Aretha Franklin's "Ain't No Way." Carne later signed with Place One Entertainment, which reunited her with former Omni Records president Steve Bernstein, with her Love Lessons album.
Don't Let It Go To Your Head
Jean Carn Lyrics
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How I feel about you
Don't let it go to your head, no
Don't let it go to your head, no (no, no, no, no)
Now that you know
I can't live with you, ooh-wee
Don't let it go to your head, no (no, no, no)
Don't take advantage of my love
Treat me good, treat me fair
Treat me fine
Now that I've given you
Every part of me, ooh-wee
Don't let it go to your head, no
Don't let it go to your head, no (no, no, no, no)
'Cause if you're playin' games
It would be a shame
Don't break my heart
Don't break my heart
Woo, woo
'Cause if you're playin' games
It would be a shame
Don't break my heart
Don't break my heart
Woo, oh, ho, ho
Now that you know
How I feel about you, ooh-wee
Don't let it go to your head, no (no, no, no, no)
Don't let it go to your head, no (no)
Now that you know
I can't live with you, ooh-wee
Don't let it go to your head, no (no, no, no)
Don't let it go to your head, no (no, no, no, no)
Don't let it, don't let it, don't let it
Go to your head, no
Don't let it, don't let it, don't let it
Go to your head, no
Oh, ho
Don't break my heart
Woo, woo, ho, ho, ho, ooh-wee, uh-huh
Don't let it, don't let it, don't let it
Don't let it go to your head, no, no, no, mmm, hmm
Don't, don't ever never, never let it
Don't let it go to your head, your head (no, no, no, no, no, no)
Don't let it, don't let it, don't let it
Don't let it go to your head, no (oh, no, no, no, no, no, no)
Don't let it go to your head, no
Don't let it go to your head, no (ooh, hoo, mmm, hmm, mmm, hmm)
Don't let it, don't let it, don't let it
Don't let it go to your head, no (no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no)
Don't let it go to your head, no
Don't let it go to your head, no (ooh, hoo, ooh, hoo)
Don't let it, don't let it, don't let it
Don't let it go to your head, no (ooh, no, no, no, no)
Don't let it go to your head, no
Don't let it go to your head, no
In Jean Carne's song "Don't Let It Go To Your Head," the singer warns her significant other not to let her feelings for him go to his head. She pleads for him to treat her with respect and not take advantage of her love. The lyrics suggest that the singer has given everything to her lover and asks that he not play games with her heart. If he does, it would be a shame because she has been vulnerable with him. The tone of the song is somewhat cautionary, with the singer hoping to protect herself from being hurt.
The repetition of the title phrase "Don't let it go to your head" emphasizes the warning the singer is trying to convey. The phrase "it" refers to her feelings for him, which could lead to him taking advantage of her. The lyric "Now that you know I can't live with you" suggests that perhaps the relationship is on shaky ground, or that the singer is unsure of her ability to handle the intensity of her feelings. Additionally, the use of "woo-wee" throughout the song adds a touch of attitude and emotion.
Overall, the song carries a message of vulnerability and caution. The singer wants her lover to understand the depth of her feelings, but also to be careful with them.
Line by Line Meaning
Now that you know
Now that I've made my feelings for you clear
How I feel about you
That I have romantic feelings for you
Don't let it go to your head, no
Don't let my love for you make you arrogant or insensitive
Don't take advantage of my love
Don't use my love to manipulate or mistreat me
Treat me good, treat me fair
Treat me with respect and kindness
Treat me fine
Treat me well and make me feel loved
Now that I've given you
Now that I've entrusted you with all of me
Every part of me, ooh-wee
All my emotions and my heart
'Cause if you're playin' games
If you're not sincere or honest with me
It would be a shame
It would be disappointing and hurtful
Don't break my heart
Don't hurt me emotionally
Woo, woo
An expression of emotional distress or discomfort
Oh, ho
An exclamation of concern or anxiety
Don't let it, don't let it, don't let it
Please make sure
Go to your head, no
Don't let my affection for you make you feel too proud or entitled
Don't break my heart
Don't hurt me emotionally
Woo, oo, ho, ho, ho, ooh-wee, uh-huh
An expression of emotional pain or sorrow
Don't, don't ever never, never let it
A plea to avoid
Your head (no, no, no, no, no, no)
Letting my love go to your head
Don't let it go to your head, no
Don't let my love for you have a negative effect on your behavior or attitude
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: KENNETH GAMBLE, KENNY GAMBLE, LEON HUFF
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@darengilliam7018
A song like this let's you know that magic once existed amongst us
@COREYGRU
She spoke nothing but the truth in this song. Back in the days, expressing yourself was so genuine...where did the love go?
@michellesavarese2470
oh the sound of vinyl......and the impeccable vocals/themes of Ms.Jean Carne (how lucky were we for this to be our generation).......................
@captainkeyboard1007
I never knew that Jean Carn is on the Philadelphia International record label. Sigma Sound Studio has recorded many excellent music artists for Philadelphia International. Also, most of my favorites are on that label. I can hardly live a day without this fine soul music.
@jayjayharvey24
Thank you, youtube; for keeping the memories alive!
@cgamonwhit
A true classic right here.
@henryluis3111
cgamonwhit REAL TALK INDEED!✌️
@alonzopowell1288
Yo ,Grand Puba knew exactly what he was doin'!!!
@pimppimp3995
Absolutely1111111111111111111111
@surmeniere
Jean Carn une grande diva