You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling
John Oates Daryl Hall Daryl Hall & John Oates Lyrics
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Anymore when I kiss your lips
And there's no tenderness
Like before in your finger tips
You're trying hard not to show it
(Baby)
But baby, baby I know it
You've lost that lovin' feeling
Oh, that lovin' feeling
You've lost that lovin' feeling
Now it's gone, gone, gone, oh, oh, oh
There's no welcome look in your eyes
When I reach for you
And girl you're starting to
Criticize little things I do
Ooh, it makes me just feel like crying
(Baby)
'Cause baby, something beautiful's dying
You've lost that lovin' feeling
Oh, that lovin' feeling
You've lost that lovin' feeling
Now it's gone, gone, gone, oh, oh, oh
Baby baby, I get down on my knees for you
(Get down on my knees)
If you would only love me like you used to do, oh, oh
(If you would only love me, love me)
We had a love, a love, a love you don't find everyday
(A love you don't find)
So don't, don't, don't let it slip away
(Away)
I said baby
(Baby)
Baby
(Baby)
(I'm beggin' you please)
I'm begging you please
I need your love
(I need your love)
I need your love
So bring it on back
(Bring it on back)
Now bring it on back
Now bring it on back
You've got to bring back that lovin' feeling
Oh, that lovin' feeling
Bring back that lovin' feeling
'Cause it's gone, gone, gone
And I can't go on oh, oh, oh
Bring back that lovin' feeling
Oh, that lovin' feeling
Bring back that lovin' feeling
'Cause it's gone, gone, gone
Bring back that lovin' feeling
Oh, that lovin' feeling
Bring back that lovin' feeling
'Cause it's gone, gone, gone
Bring back that lovin' feeling
Oh, that lovin' feeling
Bring back that lovin' feeling
'Cause it's gone, gone, gone
In "You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling," the songwriter expresses his heartbreak over the loss of the chemistry and passion that was once present in his relationship. He laments that his partner does not respond to his kisses and caresses like she used to, there's no tenderness, and she's constantly criticizing him. Despite her efforts to conceal her true feelings, he recognizes that she has lost that loving feeling, and it's devastating him. Throughout the song, the singer passionately pleads with his partner to resurrect the love that they once shared.
The song's lyrics are an honest portrayal of frustration and sadness, and the singer's emotional performance resonates with listeners. The song has a slow, melancholic melody that compliments the lyrics and accentuates the singer's sorrowful mood. The powerful chorus emphasizes the magnitude of the loss, and the repetition of the phrase "gone, gone, gone" drives home the sense of finality.
In conclusion, "You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling" is an emotional ballad about the agony of a relationship slowly falling apart. The song combines honest lyrics with soulful music to create a powerful and moving song that has become a classic in the history of popular music.
Line by Line Meaning
You never close your eyes
You used to close your eyes when I kissed you, but now you don't.
Anymore when I kiss your lips
The passion we used to have when we kissed is gone.
And there's no tenderness
Our physical interactions lack the gentleness they used to have.
Like before in your finger tips
The way you touch me doesn't feel as loving and compassionate as before.
You're trying hard not to show it
You're doing your best to hide your true feelings from me.
(Baby)
A term of endearment used to emphasize the emotional connection between the singer and the listener.
But baby, baby I know it
Despite your efforts, I can sense that our love is fading.
You've lost that lovin' feeling
The passion and love that we used to have is no longer present.
Oh, that lovin' feeling
The singer recalls the intense emotions they experienced when they were in love.
Now it's gone, gone, gone, oh, oh, oh
Their love is gone, and the singer is struggling to cope with the loss.
There's no welcome look in your eyes
When the singer reaches out to their partner, they are met with a lack of warmth and affection.
When I reach for you
When the singer attempts to initiate physical contact, it is not reciprocated.
And girl you're starting to
The partner is beginning to express their dissatisfaction with the relationship.
Criticize little things I do
The partner is nitpicking and finding fault with small actions that the singer takes.
Ooh, it makes me just feel like crying
The singer is overwhelmed with sadness at the prospect of losing their relationship.
If you would only love me like you used to do, oh, oh
The singer is pleading with their partner to return to the level of love and affection they once shared.
(If you would only love me, love me)
The singer is literally begging for their partner's love and affection.
We had a love, a love, a love you don't find everyday
The singer is reminiscing about the special love they used to share with their partner, one that is rare and hard to come by.
(A love you don't find)
The love that the singer and their partner had was unique and precious.
So don't, don't, don't let it slip away
The singer is encouraging their partner to fight for their love and not let it slip away.
Baby
The singer is using the term of endearment to convey their deep love and affection for their partner.
(Baby)
A term of endearment used to emphasize the emotional connection between the singer and the listener.
(I'm beggin' you please)
The singer is so desperate for their partner's love that they are begging for it.
I need your love
The singer is expressing how much they need their partner's love and affection.
So bring it on back
The singer is asking their partner to bring back the love they once shared.
Now bring it on back
The singer is begging their partner to bring back the love they once had before it's too late.
You've got to bring back that lovin' feeling
The singer is imploring their partner to bring back the passion and love they once had.
And I can't go on oh, oh, oh
The singer is so devastated by the loss of their relationship that they can't continue without it.
Bring back that lovin' feeling
The singer is pleading with their partner to bring back the love and affection they used to share.
'Cause it's gone, gone, gone
The love and passion they once had is gone and the singer is struggling to come to terms with it.
Lyrics © EMI Music Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BARRY MANN, PHIL SPECTOR, CYNTHIA WEIL
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@alexandersmith5429
You never close your eyes anymore when I kiss your lips
And there's no tenderness like before in your fingertips
You're trying hard not to show it
(Baby)
But baby, baby I know it
You've lost that lovin' feelin'
Oh that lovin' feelin'
You've lost that lovin' feelin'
Now it's gone, gone, gone, oh, oh, oh
There's no welcome look in your eyes when I reach for you
And girl you're starting to criticize little things I do
Ooh, it makes me just feel like cryin'
(Baby)
'Cause baby something beautiful's dyin'
You've lost that lovin' feelin'
Oh that lovin' feelin'
You've lost that lovin' feelin'
Not it's gone, gone, gone, oh, oh, oh
Baby, baby, I get down on my knees for you
(Get down on my knees)
If you would only love me like you used to do
(If you would only love me, love me)
We had a love, a love, a love you don't find everyday
(A love you don't find)
So don't, don't, don't let it slip away
(Away)
I said, "Baby"
(Baby)
Baby
(Baby)
(I'm beggin' you please)
I'm beggin' you please
I need your love
(I need your love)
I need your love
So bring it on back
(Bring it on back)
Now bring it on back
(Now bring it on back)
You've got to bring back that lovin' feelin'
Oh that lovin' feelin'
Bring back that lovin' feelin'
'Cause it's gone, gone, gone
And I can't go on, oh, oh, oh
Bring back that lovin' feelin'
Oh that lovin' feelin'
Bring back that lovin' feelin'
'Cause it's gone, gone, gone
Bring back that lovin' feelin'
Oh that lovin' feelin'
Bring back that lovin' feelin'
'Cause it's gone, gone, gone
Bring back that lovin' feelin'
Oh that lovin' feelin'
Bring back that lovin' feelin'
@appleiiee
In light of recent events: I dedicate this song to Hall and Oates in the hopes they become friends again. Peace to you both. ☮💜🙂
@gmhitsrecord
Amen.🙏🏼
@SnowDog0
It so upsetting to hear this news. They are literally performing a Righteous Brother song. I know there is more to the lawsuit but at the very least John should be able to perform songs solo and Daryl should be able to get financial credit. Hard to choose sides.
@relaxingandsoothing4374
I hear that. Can you imagine they work things out and perform this song and She's Gone live? Of course there are many other hits. Push every disagreement aside, clean slate.
@cindymorin6449
@@SnowDog0 The song part is not in the lawsuit. It's part of the restraining order that came from the judge after Hall filed his claim. John tried selling his share of their joint venture to a 3rd party. So, because of that, both of them had to sit down with an arbitrator to agree on which songs each one can or can't sing on his own. Due to the lawsuit and royalties that come from their songs, until it's settled, there's a freeze on some of the songs and everything else that involved the Hall & Oats logo.
I don't think they'll ever come back together because they haven't been in years. Plus, believe it or not, they were never friends. They were/are business partners and nothing more. Hall even said that they hardly do anything outside of business and only come together when they go on stage.
@cindymorin6449
I seriously doubt they'll ever will be friends because they never were nor do I see them singing together ever again. Hall said that all they ever did was share a stage. They never did much of anything together on a personal level. It was all business with them. In Hall's eyes, according to the lawsuit, John went behind his back and tried to sell off his share of their joint venture business which he cannot do as per the contract they have with each other in regards to this.
It's sad...Hall feels betrayed as a business partner of over 50 years together. It doesn't look good for John who's claiming he didn't do anything wrong. Let's see what happens. There's obviously enough evidence there since a judge approved a restraining order which makes it impossible for either one to sell or really do anything at this point that involves around their music until this is completely settled.
It'll soon come to light and if what Darryl is accusing John of doing is true, then I'll have no respect left for John for doing this after being together for over 59 years!
@topnotch4564
I Never knew they Rocked this Classic.
@user-sd5xe5dz2t
Fantastic cover of a classic
@mcorsaro75
John has a great voice
@dacevillen7093
Me and my son would sing the shit out of this song but only in the work truck, he was about 5 at the time and those were the best of times. waiting on a grand child now to sing the shit out of this song AGAIN