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About The Song
You Can’t Hurry Love, a timeless Motown anthem released in 1966 by The Supremes, encapsulates the essence of patience and perseverance in love. Diana Ross’s soulful vocals, combined with the infectious melody, propelled the song to the top of the Billboard Hot 100 chart and solidified The Supremes’ status as one of the most iconic girl groups of all time.
The song’s lyrics, penned by Holland-Dozier-Holland, offer a timeless message about the importance of letting love unfold naturally. It encourages listeners to resist the temptation to rush into a relationship, emphasizing that true love takes time to blossom. The refrain, “You can’t hurry love, no you just have to wait,” serves as a reminder that love is a journey, not a destination.
Beyond its lyrical depth, You Can’t Hurry Love is a testament to the enduring power of Motown music. The song’s infectious rhythm and catchy melody have made it a beloved classic, transcending generations and cultural boundaries. It continues to be a popular choice for weddings, parties, and other celebratory occasions, serving as a timeless reminder of the enduring beauty of love.
Lyrics
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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 got to 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 hangin’ on
When I feel my strength, yeah
It’s almost gone
I remember 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
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 hangin’ on
I remember 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
She said trust, give it time
No matter how long it takes
No, 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
But mama said:
You can’t hurry love
No, you just have to wait
She said to trust, give it time
No matter how long it takes
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