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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For The Love Of A Stranger
Smokey Robinson and The Miracles Lyrics
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Simply because you're near me.
Funny, but when you're near me
I'm in the mood for love.
Heaven is in your eyes
Bright as the stars we're under
Oh! Is it any wonder
Why stop to think of whether
This little dream might fade?
We've put our hearts together
Now we are one, I'm not afraid!
If there's a cloud above
If it should rain we'll let it
But for tonight, forget it!
I'm in the mood for love
Smokey Robinson's song "I'm In The Mood For Love" is about being in love and how being near the person you love can change your mood instantly. The first verse of the song states, "I'm in the mood for love, simply because you're near me. Funny, but when you're near me, I'm in the mood for love." This suggests that the presence of his loved one impacts the way he feels, and it makes him want to be in love.
The second verse suggests that the person that the singer loves is perfect in every way. Heaven is in their eyes, and they are described as being as bright as the stars they are under. It's clear that the singer is deeply enamored with this person. The chorus is a repetition of the first verse, emphasizing the fact that the mere presence of this person makes the singer feel in love.
The third verse suggests that the singer has no doubt about their love, and they don't want to overthink their relationship. They've already put their hearts together, and they are one. The final verse acknowledges that there may be obstacles in their relationship, such as a cloud above or rain. However, the singer is not worried about those things and chooses to focus on the present. This song expresses a strong connection with someone, and that connection puts the singer in the mood for love whenever he is near them.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm in the mood for love
I am feeling romantic and affectionate.
Simply because you're near me.
My proximity to you is causing me to feel this way.
Funny, but when you're near me
It's amusing that my emotions change so quickly when you're around.
I'm in the mood for love.
Again, my current emotional state is one of love and romance.
Heaven is in your eyes
Your eyes are beautiful and full of joy.
Bright as the stars we're under
Your eyes are shining brightly, like the stars we can see above us.
Oh! Is it any wonder
It's not surprising that I am feeling such strong emotions when I'm with you.
I'm in the mood for love?
Once again, I am feeling very romantic and affectionate.
Why stop to think of whether
Why worry about the future and whether or not our feelings will last?
This little dream might fade?
It's possible that this moment won't last forever, but why dwell on that possibility?
We've put our hearts together
We've come together as two people in love.
Now we are one, I'm not afraid!
We are united in our love for each other and I am not worried about what the future holds.
If there's a cloud above
If something bad happens or if there is a problem.
If it should rain we'll let it
We will not let a little trouble or bad weather ruin our good mood.
But for tonight, forget it!
For now, we should simply enjoy this moment of happiness and love.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, RU TOCHKA MEDIA, LLC
Written by: Dorothy Fields, Jimmy Mchugh
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@robertthacher-ro6bh
As a 14 year old back in 67, this was my favorite song by Smokey. Sweet days of youth!
@denise8881m
Me too. I was sweet 16 in 67 and I absolutely loved it! ❤
@user-tk1ht6wn3j
I was 12. Even after all these years, when I hear this song, I flash back to sunset on a warm summer night in late August riding around Belle Isle in Detroit with my grandparents. It was the "Summer of Love" but there had been horrible riots. Although not everything was terrible in Motown back then.
@jazzmanchgo
Smokey wrote this song after his wife Claudette had suffered a couple of miscarriages, and she was feeling guilty for having "let him down." He wanted to reassure her that she hadn't let him down, there was nothing to feel guilty about, and his love for her was lasting and real. This one came from the heart.
@1773JC
Beautiful.
@keithharriston3176
And then he left her.
@yvonnechevannes9825
He did, did not know that. My me
@johnlemoine5571
I didn't know. I only got a phone in November and got a new car. I'm 68 and coming out of the Stone Age. Thanks so much for that information. I didn't know. That makes this song even more special to me. HAPPY BIRTHDAY SMOKEY!!!!
@darryljbethea644
I wish on yours none
@rlmurc
I loved this song before I met my wife. She died in 1991. We had been married less than three and a half years. We lost 2 baby's to miscarriage and this song is going to go with me to my grave.