After the success of "What Becomes of the Brokenhearted", the intended follow-up, "East Side West Side", was released only in Australia due to an argument with Motown head Berry Gordy. The song was written by Ron Welser and Flamingos' member Terry Johnson.
With his brother David Ruffin, Jimmy Ruffin released a popular cover version of "Stand By Me" (by Ben E. King), taken from The Ruffin Brothers' album, I Am My Brother's Keeper.
Jimmy Ruffin's other hits include "I've Passed This Way Before", "Gonna Give Her All The Love I've Got", "Don't You Miss Me A Little Bit Baby", "I'll Say Forever My Love", "It's Wonderful To Be Loved By You" and "Tell Me What You Want".
In 1980 he collaborated with the Bee Gees' musician Robin Gibb, who produced his album Sunrise. From it came the single which would be his last Top 10 UK and U.S. hit: "Hold On To My Love". In 1986 Jimmy Ruffin collaborated with the British pop group Heaven 17, singing "A Foolish Thing To Do" and "My Sensitivity" on a 12" EP record.
In the 1980s, Ruffin moved to live in Britain, where he continued to perform successfully. In December 1984 he collaborated with Paul Weller of The Style Council for his benefit single "Soul Deep." This went under the name of The Council Collective.
Following the 2010 release of his album I Am My Brother's Keeper, Ruffin began writing and recording songs for a new album that was never issued.
In 2012, a compilation album entitled, "There Will Never Be Another You", including his hit songs "What Becomes of The Broken Hearted", and "Hold On To My Love" had been released.
In addition to his brother David Ruffin (deceased), Jimmy Ruffin had three other siblings: Quincy, Rita Mae (deceased) and Rosa (deceased).
That's You Girl
Jimmy Ruffin Lyrics
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Yes, I'm in love, who looks at you the way I do?
When you smile I can tell we know each other very well
How can I show you that I'm glad I got to know you?
Cause I've heard some talk, they say you think I'm fine
This girl's in love and what I'd do to make you mine?
Tell me now is it so? Don't let me be the last to know
Cause I need your love, I want your love
Say you're in love and you'll be my guy
If not I'll just die
Tell me now is it so? Don't let me be the last to know
My hands are shaking, don't let my heart keep breaking
Cause I need your love, I want your love
Say you're in love and you'll be my guy
If not I'll just die
The lyrics in "This Guy's In Love With You" by Jimmy Ruffin are about a woman who is in love with a man, and is trying to confess her feelings for him. She sings about how she looks at him and smiles, and wants to show him how happy she is to know him. Despite hearing rumors that he may also have feelings for her, she is still uncertain and afraid of being rejected. She pleads with him to tell her how he feels, and not to let her be the last to know. She confesses her need for his love, and how much she wants him to be her guy. The song ultimately ends with her stating that if he does not love her back, she feels as if she will die.
This track reflects a classic tale of unrequited love, and the vulnerability and fear that often comes with the process of confessing one's feelings for someone else. The lyrics are simple and honest, conveying the raw emotion of the singer's experience. The repetition of the chorus and the refrain of "Tell me now is it so?" highlights the intensity of her desire for the man's affection.
Line by Line Meaning
You see this girl, this girl's in love with you
I'm confessing my love to you, I'm in love with you
Yes, I'm in love, who looks at you the way I do?
I love you deeply and truly, nobody loves you like I do.
When you smile I can tell we know each other very well
I can feel a special connection and bond between us every time you smile at me.
How can I show you that I'm glad I got to know you?
I'm grateful for the chance to get to know you, how can I express my joy and appreciation to you?
Cause I've heard some talk, they say you think I'm fine
I've heard rumors that you're attracted to me and I hope it's true
This girl's in love and what I'd do to make you mine?
I'm head over heels in love with you and I'll do anything to be with you.
Tell me now is it so? Don't let me be the last to know
Please confirm if it's true that you love me, don't keep me in the dark and be the last to know.
My hands are shaking, don't let my heart keep breaking
I'm nervous and anxious, please don't break my heart by rejecting me.
Cause I need your love, I want your love
I yearn for your love and affection, I desire to be with you.
Say you're in love and you'll be my guy
If you confess your love to me, you'll be my partner, my guy.
If not I'll just die
If you don't love me, my heart will break and I'll feel like dying.
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Written by: Burt F. Bacharach, Hal David
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