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The Dramatics are a soul music vocal group, formed in 1962 with the name Th… Read Full Bio ↴The Dramatics are a soul music vocal group, formed in 1962 with the name The Dynamics. They changed their name by 1967, when they garnered their first minor hit "All Because of You." However, the group didn't break through until their 1971 single, "Whatcha See Is Watcha Get." Their members at this time were Ron Banks, "Wee Gee" Howard, Elbert Wilkins, Willie Ford and Larry Demps. Shortly after the success of their first album, Howard and Wilkins left the group. They were replaced by L.J. Reynolds and Lenny Mayes. Through the 1970s, the group continued to have hits, including the #1 R&B hit, "In the Rain," "Toast to the Fool", "Me and Mrs. Jones", "I'm Going By The Stars In Your Eyes" and "Be My Girl." The group continues to tour and consists of Banks, Reynolds, Ford, Winzell Kelly and Michael Brock, who replaced Mayes, who died in 2004. On March 13th 2010 Ronald Dean Banks was laid to rest at Greater Grace Temple in Detroit, Michigan.

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The Dramatics Lyrics


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Huh, you know life is funny when you look at it
Everybody wants love
But everybody's afraid of love
You know, I'm a true believer

If you get anything out of life
You got to put up with the toil and strife
Ooh You're pushin' my love
A little bit too far
I don't think you know
I don't think you know how blest you are
And your friend Annie May tell you all she see
Have you, ever thought she was tryin' to get close to me

Think it over, think it over, girl, think it over
That's the way I feel about 'cha
That's the way I feel about 'cha
I don't mind, I don't mind, I don't mind

I know you've been hurt and so have many others too
But that's the sacrifice that life put you thru
Put you thru, put you thru
Trust in me, my dear, have no fear
You don't know but God might have sent me here, sent me here

Think it over, think it over, girl, think it over
That's the way I feel about 'cha
(Any of us can leave for a long adventure)
That's the way I feel about 'cha

Don't take my love as a sign of weakness
Check into the situation, girl
Dig a little deeper

Think it over, think it over, girl, think it over




That's the way I feel about 'cha
That's the way I feel about 'cha

Overall Meaning

In The Dramatics' song "That's The Way I Feel About You," the lyrics touch on the theme of love and the fear that often comes with it. The singer acknowledges that everyone wants love, but simultaneously fears it. They express a belief in the power of love, but acknowledge the challenges and sacrifices that come with it. The lyrics suggest that the person the singer is addressing is pushing their love too far, possibly not recognizing how lucky they are to have it. The singer also suggests that the person's friend may be trying to get closer to the singer, creating potential conflict.


Throughout the song, the message is clear that love is worth it, despite the risks and challenges. The lyrics show a depth of understanding about relationships and the complexities that come with them. The repetition of "think it over, think it over, girl, think it over" emphasizes the importance of taking time to consider one's feelings and the potential consequences of actions.


Line by Line Meaning

Huh, you know life is funny when you look at it
Life can seem strange and unpredictable when you take a closer look


Everybody wants love
Everyone desires to experience love


But everybody's afraid of love
However, fear often holds people back from pursuing love


You know, I'm a true believer
As for the singer, he believes in the power of love


If you get anything out of life
To achieve anything in life


You got to put up with the toil and strife
One must endure and overcome challenges and difficulties


Ooh You're pushin' my love
You're testing the limits of my affection


A little bit too far
But you're going beyond what is reasonable or appropriate


I don't think you know
The singer does not believe the person is aware of this


I don't think you know how blest you are
The singer believes the person is fortunate but may not fully appreciate it


And your friend Annie May tell you all she see
The singer suggests that Annie May may have her own intentions in sharing information about the person


Have you, ever thought she was tryin' to get close to me
The singer wonders if Annie May is trying to pursue a romantic relationship with him


Think it over, think it over, girl, think it over
The singer advises the person to carefully consider their situation and feelings


That's the way I feel about 'cha
The singer is expressing his thoughts and emotions about the person


I don't mind, I don't mind, I don't mind
The singer is saying that he is willing to tolerate or overlook certain things


I know you've been hurt and so have many others too
The singer acknowledges that the person has experienced pain, which is a common human experience


But that's the sacrifice that life put you thru
But this is a necessary part of life and growth


Trust in me, my dear, have no fear
The singer is encouraging the person to have faith in him and not be afraid


You don't know but God might have sent me here, sent me here
The singer suggests that he may be in the person's life for a divine purpose


Don't take my love as a sign of weakness
The singer is warning the person not to mistake his love for vulnerability or inferiority


Check into the situation, girl
The singer is advising the person to investigate and understand the situation more deeply


Dig a little deeper
To go beyond surface-level appearances and delve into the heart of the matter




Lyrics Β© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BOBBY WOMACK, JOE GRISBY, JOHN GRISBY, JOSEPH HICKS, JOSEPH H HICKS

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Comments from YouTube:

Gwen Domingue

I played this song driving with my mom from Lafayette to Houston in January and we sang it together like 5 times. She died in April but the memory is etched in my heart. This is our song

Kimberly Houston

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Earvetta

Sorry for your loss you and your loved one

teresarobinson2012

(OMG) Listening in February 2022πŸ’žπŸ’ž

Tammy Green

Sorry 4 the lost of YR dear mom, I will play it in memory of you and YR mom, glad tidings and blessings my sister, my mom is YR mom, and I don't mind sharing my mom with you, fb me if you need someone 2 talk to ok

LestinΓ©

I’m 35 and this is one of my favorite songs since I was little. The Dramatics are my dad’s favorite group. ❀️❀️❀️

Lynette Norwood

DAMMMMN IT STILL SOUNDS GOOD TO ME PUTS A SMILE ON MY FACE ALL THE TIME I HEAR IT ❀❀❀πŸ”₯πŸ”₯πŸ”₯😊😊😊

Cornelia Hall

Let it play on and on and on!!!!! I cant begin to count how many times I've listened to this song. I love it!

dominique s

I love the Dramatics .. this song is a hit 🎢 love old music that takes you away for the moment πŸ₯° 2022 πŸ’Ώβœ¨

cj hendog

This SONG!!!!!!! I love this song. I remember my mom playing it with the smell of pine sol and candles, waiting on my daddy. lol

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