Baby Love Song By The Supremes
About The Song
Title: Baby Love
Artist: The Supremes
Release Date: September 17, 1964
Album: Where Did Our Love Go
Writers: Holland–Dozier–Holland (Lamont Dozier, Brian Holland, Edward Holland Jr.)
Key Themes: “Baby Love” is a classic Motown song that revolves around the theme of young love and romantic longing. The lyrics express the joy and emotional intensity of being in love, with a focus on the tenderness and affection the singer feels for their partner. The repetitive use of the term “baby love” adds a sweet and endearing quality to the song.
Musical Style: The Supremes’ “Baby Love” is characterized by the distinctive Motown sound, featuring a catchy melody, smooth harmonies, and a polished orchestration. The song showcases the vocal prowess of the group, especially the lead vocals by Diana Ross. The musical arrangement is a blend of pop and R&B elements, contributing to its widespread appeal.
Cultural Impact: “Baby Love” became one of The Supremes’ most successful and iconic songs. It topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart, making it their second consecutive number-one hit after “Where Did Our Love Go.” The song’s success solidified The Supremes’ status as one of the most prominent and successful acts in the Motown era.
Legacy: “Baby Love” remains a timeless classic and a quintessential example of the Motown sound. It has been covered and referenced in various forms of media over the years. The song’s legacy extends beyond its initial release, and it continues to be celebrated as a key contribution to the Motown and soul music catalog.
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Lyrics
“Baby Love”
I need you, oh how I need you
But all you do is treat me bad
Break my heart and leave me sad
Tell me, what did I do wrong
To make you stay away so long
‘Cause baby love, my baby love
Been missing ya, miss kissing ya
Instead of breaking up
Let’s do some kissing and making up
Don’t throw our love away
In my arms, why don’t you stay?
Need ya, need ya
Baby love, ooh, baby love
Baby love, my baby love
Why must we seperate, my love
All of my whole life through
I never loved no one but you
Why you do me like you do?
I get this need
Ooh, ooh, need to hold you
Once again, my love
Feel your warm embrace, my love
Don’t throw our love away
Please don’t do me this way
Not happy like I used to be
Loneliness has got the best of me
My love, my baby love
I need you, oh how I need you
Why you do me like you do
After I’ve been true to you
So deep in love with you
Baby, baby, ooh till it’s hurtin’ me
Till it’s hurtin’ me
Ooh, baby love
Don’t throw our love away
Don’t throw our love away