About the song
Phil Spector’s “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin’,” as performed by the Righteous Brothers, is a timeless anthem of heartbreak and longing that has resonated with audiences for decades. Released in 1964, the song’s soaring vocals, lush orchestral arrangements, and haunting melody have solidified its place in the pantheon of pop music classics.
Spector’s signature “Wall of Sound” production, characterized by its dense layering of instruments and vocals, creates a rich and immersive sonic experience. The song’s opening notes, a mournful trumpet and a throbbing bassline, immediately set the stage for a tale of lost love. The Righteous Brothers’ harmonies, both tender and powerful, convey the depth of emotional pain and vulnerability.
“You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin'” is more than just a catchy tune; it is a masterclass in songwriting and production. The lyrics, penned by Barry Mann and Cynthia Weil, are simple yet evocative, capturing the universal experience of heartbreak. The song’s enduring popularity can be attributed to its ability to tap into deep emotions and evoke a sense of nostalgia.
Over the years, “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin'” has been covered by countless artists, each adding their own unique interpretation to the classic. However, the Righteous Brothers’ original version remains the definitive performance, a testament to the song’s timeless appeal.
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Lyrics
You never close your eyes anymore when I kiss your lips
And there’s no tenderness like before in your fingertips
You’re trying hard not to show it
But baby, baby I know it
You lost that lovin’ feelin’
Whoa, that lovin’ feelin’
You lost that lovin’ feelin’
Now it’s gone, gone, gone, whoa-oh
Now there’s no welcome look in your eyes when I reach for you
And now you’re starting to criticize little things I do
It makes me just feel like crying
‘Cause baby, something beautiful’s dyin’
You lost that lovin’ feelin’
Whoa, that lovin’ feelin’
You lost that lovin’ feelin’
Now it’s gone, gone, gone, whoa-oh
Baby, baby, I’d get down on my knees for you
If you would only love me like you used to do, yeah
We had a love, a love, a love you don’t find everyday
So don’t, don’t, don’t, don’t let it slip away
Baby, baby, baby, baby
I beg you please, please, please, please
I need your love, need your love
I need your love, I need your love
So bring it on back, so bring it on back
Bring it on back, bring it on back
Bring back that lovin’ feelin’
Whoa, that lovin’ feelin’
Bring back that lovin’ feelin’
‘Cause it’s gone, gone, gone
And I can’t go on, whoa-oh
Bring back that lovin’ feelin’
Whoa, that lovin’ feelin’
Bring back that lovin’ feelin’
‘Cause it’s gone, gone, gone