The hit songs "Do It Baby" and Love Machine (written by Billy Griffin & Pete Moore) were performed by Billy Griffin as the lead singer after the departure of original founder member Smokey Robinson.
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Always
Smokey Robinson and The Miracles Lyrics
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It\'s dark in my room
I\'ve been thinking about you again
It happens after one or two
You know I had that girl Leona first
She was your best friend
Since that niglht I saw you in that bar
Cindy, it was always you
It was you I wanted, too
Now you leave me haunted
There were times I had leona
I was giving her my best
It was her I blew up into
It was you I kissed
I used to be af raid when the lights went out
Now I welcome what I can\'t see
Wherever you go. you know I\'ll be there, too
I\'ll have you eventually (ch)
The lyrics to "Always" by Smokey Robinson and The Miracles convey a tale of infidelity and longing. The singer confesses to being in a dark place, both emotionally and physically, as he thinks about someone he desires. He reveals that he initially had a relationship with a girl named Leona, who happened to be the best friend of the person he truly desired. However, upon seeing the desired person in a bar one night, he realized that they were the one he wanted to be with intimately. The singer acknowledges that it was always this person, Cindy, who held his heart and haunted his thoughts.
As the song progresses, the singer confesses that while he was with Leona, it was Cindy who consumed his mind. He realizes that he gave his best to Leona, only to realize that it was Cindy he truly loved. The singer reflects on his personal growth, stating that he used to fear darkness and the unknown, but now he welcomes it because wherever Cindy goes, he will always follow. The song ends with the assurance that the singer will eventually have Cindy by his side.
Overall, "Always" explores the themes of infidelity, longing, and the understanding that true love cannot be denied. It delves into the feelings of guilt, desire, and the realization that some connections are so strong that they cannot be ignored.
Line by Line Meaning
It's dark an the street tonight
The atmosphere outside is unsettling and uncertain
It's dark in my room
My own thoughts and emotions are clouded and mysterious
I've been thinking about you again
You have been on my mind repeatedly
It happens after one or two
These thoughts of you occur after a few moments or drinks
You know I had that girl Leona first
I had a previous romantic involvement with a woman named Leona
She was your best friend
Ironically, she happened to be your closest companion
Since that niglht I saw you in that bar
Ever since the evening I caught sight of you at the bar
It was you I had to have in my bed
I felt an intense desire to be intimately involved with you
Cindy, it was always you
Cindy, you have consistently been the one for me
It was you I wanted, too
I desired you just as strongly
Now you leave me haunted
Your absence now leaves me deeply troubled and tormented
There were times I had leona
There were moments when I was romantically involved with Leona
I was giving her my best
I was devoted and putting in my utmost effort for her
It was her I blew up into
In the end, it was her who I unintentionally caused to become angry or upset
It was you I kissed
I shared a passionate kiss with you instead
I used to be af raid when the lights went out
In the past, darkness and uncertainty frightened me
Now I welcome what I can't see
Now, I embrace the unknown and unseen aspects of life
Wherever you go, you know I'll be there, too
No matter where you go, rest assured, I will follow you
I'll have you eventually
In due time, I will possess or be with you
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: George Pelecanos, Steve Wynn
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@johnligaya59
I don't like you, but I love you
Seems that I'm always thinking of you
Oh, oh, oh, you treat me badly
I love you madly, you really got a hold on me
You really got a hold on me, you really got a hold on me, you really got a hold, baby
I don't want you, but I need you
Don't want to kiss you, but I need you
Oh, oh, oh, you do me wrong now
My love is strong now you really got a hold on me
You really got a hold on me, you really got a hold on me, you really got a hold, baby
I love you and all I want you to do is just hold me
Hold me, hold me, hold me
Tighter
Tighter
I want to leave you, don't want to stay here
Don't want to spend another day here
Oh, oh, oh, I want to split now, I can't quit now
You really got a hold on me, you really got a hold on me, you really got a hold, baby
I love you and all I want you to do is just hold me, please
Hold me, squeeze, hold me, hold me
You really got a hold on me
You really got a hold on me
I said you really got a hold on me
@tenishapierre234
Who's here for 2024?❤
@fartkerson
Gasms, baby. Gasms.
@jacquelinegreene3368
I’m here 2024 and 71 yrs old love it 😊 1:59
@julieford148
Me
@NellieNellie-mt8ju
Meeeee...!!! 💃🏽
@joolsfactor
One of the greatest songs ever written.
@kaikai9122
Probably
@chrischanin767
No doubt about it!
@robertgivens7341
I was born in 92 but the only music that really moves my spirit is oldies like these thank the lord for such great musicians 🙏🏼💯
@eliserice8788
Same❤