I can't turn you loose
The Legends Of Soul_The Very Best Of Aretha Franklin And Otis Redding Lyrics
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If I do, I'm gonna lose my life
Honey, I can't ever turn you loose now
If I do, I'm gonna lose my life
I can't turn you loose to nobody, ha
'Cause I love you baby, yes I do now
Ooh, baby hip-shaking mama, I told ya
Honey, I'm in love with only you
I'm gonna give you everything that you wanna
I gotta, gotta, gotta, gotta
Keep on, honey baby
Never, never gonna turn you loose
Keep on, keep on holding on
Gotta gotta
I can't turn you loose ah honey
I'm in love, now, with the prettiest thing, ooh
I, I never, never turn you loose now
But because the sweet love she bring me
I said I can't turn you loose to nobody, baby
I love you baby, yes I do
Ooh, hip-shaking mama, I love ya
Huh, I'm in love with only you
Honey, baby, do it baby why don't ya
And I'm gonna give you everything that you want
Gotta, gotta ha
Keep, keep on holding on ha ha
Never gonna turn you loose now
Never gonna lose you, babe, ha ha
I can't turn you loose
Never, I'm never gonna turn to you loose
I'm gonna keep holding on, turn you loose
Gonna keep a grip on ya
I, I can't turn you loose
Early in the morning, I gonna hold ya
Early in the evening, and I'm gonna hold ya
Never turn you loose
Never gonna turn ya
Gotta keep a hold on
Hold on to my baby
Got to, got to, got to
Got to, got to, got to
Keep-a, keep on grooving
We gotta keep a hold on
The song "I Can't Turn You Loose" by Aretha Franklin and Otis Redding is a classic soul track about a love so strong that the singer cannot bear to let go. The first verse expresses this feeling, stating that if the singer were to turn their love loose, they would lose their life. The second verse emphasizes the singer's commitment and dedication to their beloved, promising to give them everything they want.
Throughout the song, the repetitive chorus of "I can't turn you loose" expresses this same sentiment, reinforcing the idea that the singer cannot let go of their love. The use of words like "gotta" and "keep on" further emphasizes the singer's determination to hold onto their beloved.
Overall, the song is a testament to the power of love and the lengths people will go to protect it. The raw emotion and soulful delivery of both Aretha Franklin and Otis Redding make "I Can't Turn You Loose" a truly memorable track.
Line by Line Meaning
Huh, I can't turn you loose now
I cannot let you go, even if I wanted to, because it could cost me everything.
If I do, I'm gonna lose my life
Letting go of you could cause a great personal harm to me.
Ah, I can't ever turn you loose now
There's no way I could ever let you go, no matter how hard it may seem.
I can't turn you loose to nobody, ha
I won't let anyone else have you, because I deeply cherish and love you.
'Cause I love you baby, yes I do now
I am irrevocably in love with you, and can't help but profess my love for you.
Ooh, baby hip-shaking mama, I told ya
You captivate and mesmerize me with your elegant and attractive moves.
Honey, I'm in love with only you
I am extremely smitten with you, and no one else captures my heart the way you do.
Honey, baby, do it baby why don't ya?
I am urging and encouraging you to keep doing what you're doing, because it makes me incredibly happy.
I'm gonna give ya everything that you wanna
I will provide and satisfy all your desires because I want you to be happy.
Never, never gonna turn you loose
I will never let you go, no matter the circumstance, because I am committed to you forever.
I'm in love, now, with the prettiest thing, ooh
I am head over heels in love with you, and you are the most beautiful and attractive thing in my life.
Because the sweet love she bring me
Your love is so sweet and fulfilling, and I am grateful for it every day.
Early in the morning, gonna hold ya
I will be with you from morning till night, never letting you go, because I love being close to you.
Got to, got to, got to
It is absolutely necessary and important for me to keep holding onto your love.
Keep-a, keep on grooving
We will always keep dancing and moving together, because our love is forever.
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Written by: Otis Redding
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Norman Santonio
00:00:00 01. A Change ls Gonna Come
00:05:59 02. I've Been Loving You Too Long
00:09:22 03. Fa Fa Fa
00:14:26 04. Sitting AT The Dock Of The Bay
00:17:13 05. My Lovers Prayer
00:20:21 06. Satisfaction
00:23:22 07. Mr. Pitiful
00:24:27 08. My Girl
00:27:12 09. Shake
00:30:36 10. My Girl
00:33:21 11. Mr. Pitiful
00:34:25 12. Shake
00:37:50 13. A Change IS Gonna Come
00:43:49 14. Try A Little Tenderness
00:49:40 15. I've Been Loving You Too Long
00:53:03 16. Fa Fa Fa
00:58:07 17. Sitting AT The Dock Of The Bay
01:00:53 18. Pain In My Heart
01:02:07 19. My Lovers Prayer
01:05:16 20. Satisfaction
Eugene Samuel
One of the Greatest singers of all.time! Very underrated, so talented with a soulful voice. Need to get back to this kind of music, it makes people happy, not angry!
Linda Norris
RIGHT ON!
Joyce Lavey
Was going to see him for the first time when his plane went down in Lake Mendota, Madison, Wisconsin, on a Sunday afternoon. I was in shock and disbelief for several days. There was only one voice like Otis-so full of emotion, sensitivity, authenticity, and passion!
Karla Pumphrey
That sucks I was born in 82 I love ottis n rip al
Shirley Virgo
@Karla Pumphrey0
Feisoohs! Comedyshow
I know otis in 1972 /73
Feisoohs! Comedyshow
My name mostafa from morroko
SAUL GOODMAN
What you say is absolutely true. It's like he let you see inside his soul when he's singing
Gwyn Nielsen
Otis did a lot of covers, but he made them his own, which is what I try to do when performing live. It isn't always easy because some are not receptive to new voices singing old songs. My audiences in shelters and nursing homes are open to anything, which is why I love them.
Rodica-Liliana Nicolae
Brilliant, best music ever, absolutely superb! Love it to the moon and back! You could never have enough of it!!!