About the song
“You Can’t Hurry Love” is more than just a song; it’s a timeless anthem that has resonated with audiences for decades. Originally recorded by the iconic Motown group, The Supremes, in 1966, this soulful ballad captured the hearts of listeners worldwide and continues to do so today.
Released as the second single from their album The Supremes A’ Go-Go, “You Can’t Hurry Love” quickly ascended the charts, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100. The song’s enduring popularity is a testament to its universal theme of patience and the understanding that love cannot be rushed. The lyrics, penned by the legendary Motown songwriting team of Holland–Dozier–Holland, perfectly capture the delicate balance between longing for love and the realization that true love takes time to blossom.
The Supremes’ version of “You Can’t Hurry Love” is characterized by Diana Ross’s powerful vocals and the group’s signature harmonies. Their performance is both heartfelt and infectious, making it a quintessential Motown classic. The song’s success can be attributed to its catchy melody, relatable lyrics, and the group’s undeniable charisma.
“You Can’t Hurry Love” enjoyed renewed success in 1983 when Phil Collins released his own cover version. Collins’ rendition, with its contemporary production, brought the song to a new generation of listeners and further solidified its place in popular culture. While Collins’ version was a commercial success, it’s important to acknowledge the original recording by The Supremes as the definitive version.
The enduring appeal of “You Can’t Hurry Love” is evident in its continued presence on various music charts and playlists. Billboard has ranked it as one of the greatest girl group songs of all time, and the BBC has placed it high on its list of top Motown digital songs. These accolades highlight the song’s timeless quality and its ability to connect with audiences across generations.
Whether you’re a long-time fan of Motown or a newcomer to the genre, “You Can’t Hurry Love” is a song that deserves a place in your music collection. Its message of patience, understanding, and the beauty of love is as relevant today as it was when it was first released.
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Lyrics
I need love, love to ease my mind
I need to find, find someone to call mine
But mama said you can’t hurry love
No you just have to wait
She said love don’t come easy
It’s a game of give and take
You can’t hurry love
No, you just have to wait
You gotta trust, give it time
No matter how long it takes
But how many heartaches must I stand
Before I find a love to let me live again
Right now the only thing that keeps me hanging on
When I feel my strength, yeah, it’s almost gone
I remember mama saidYou can’t hurry love
No you just have to wait
She said love don’t come easy
It’s a game of give and take
How long must I wait how much more can I take
Before loneliness will ’cause my heart, heart to break?
No, I can’t bear to live my life alone
I grow impatient for a love to call my own
But when I feel that I, I can’t go on
These precious words keeps me hanging on
I remember mama saidCan’t hurry love
No you just have to wait
She said love don’t come easy
It’s a game of give and takeYou can’t hurry love
No you just have to wait
She said trust, give it time
No matter how long it takesNo love, love don’t come easy
But I keep on waiting, anticipating for that
Soft voice to talk to me at night
For some tender arms to hold me tight
I keep waiting; I keep on waiting
But it ain’t easy, it ain’t easy when mama saidYou can’t hurry love no
You just have to wait
She said trust, give it time
No matter how long it takesYou can’t hurry love
No, you just have to wait
She said love don’t come easy
It’s a game of give and take
You can’t hurry love
No, you can’t
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