About the song
“More Than a Woman” is a memorable song by the Bee Gees, crafted by Barry, Robin, and Maurice Gibb for the iconic 1977 film *Saturday Night Fever*. This song has had a significant impact, becoming a cherished part of the Bee Gees’ live performances from its release until Maurice Gibb’s passing in 2003. It was frequently performed alongside “Night Fever,” adding to its enduring popularity.
The recording of “More Than a Woman” took place over several months. Initially recorded from February to March 1977 at Château d’Hérouville in France, the song was further developed at Criteria Studios in Miami in April. The final touches were added in September at Cherokee Studios in Los Angeles. This meticulous process ensured the song’s polished and sophisticated sound.
Interestingly, the soundtrack features two versions of the song—one by the Bee Gees and another by the group Tavares. Both renditions are prominently featured in the film. Although the Bee Gees’ version was not released as a single in the US or the UK, it achieved recognition in other countries, including Italy and Australia. The song has since remained a beloved staple on radio and has appeared in various Bee Gees compilations, such as *Tales from the Brothers Gibb* and *Their Greatest Hits: The Record*.
In 1997, an abridged live version of “More Than a Woman” was included in the Bee Gees’ *One Night Only* performance, available on both DVD and CD. The song was also featured in the popular TV series *Glee* in an episode titled “Saturday Night Gleever,” showcasing its lasting appeal.
Additionally, in 2021, British DJ SG Lewis released a new remix of “More Than a Woman” in response to its resurgence on TikTok, proving that the song continues to resonate with new generations. Early pressings of the Bee Gees’ *Their Greatest Hits: The Record* had a brief mastering error, but this was corrected in later releases. Despite these minor issues, “More Than a Woman” remains an enduring favorite, celebrated for its contribution to the Bee Gees’ legacy and its impact on music and popular culture.
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Lyrics
Oh, girl, I’ve known you very well
I’ve seen you growing every day
I never really looked before
But now you take my breath away
Suddenly you’re in my life
Part of everything I do
You got me working day and night
Just tryin’ to keep a hold on you
Here in your arms I found my paradise
My only chance for happiness
And if I lose you now, I think I would die
Oh, say you’ll always be my baby, we can make it shine
We can take forever, just a minute at a time
More than a woman
More than a woman to me
More than a woman
More than a woman to me
There are stories old and true
Of people so in love like you and me
And I can see myself
Let history repeat itself
Reflecting how I feel for you
Thinking ’bout those people then
I know that in a thousand years
I’d fall in love with you again
This is the only way that we should fly
This is the only way to go
And if I lose your love, I know I would die
Oh, say you’ll always be my baby, we can make it shine
We can take forever, just a minute at a time
More than a woman
More than a woman to me
More than a woman (ooh, my baby)
More than a woman to me
Hey
More than a woman
More than a woman to me (oh, so much more)
More than a woman (oh, baby)
More than a woman to me
More than a woman
More than a woman to me
More than a woman
More than a woman to me
More than a woman