About The Song
Baby Love is a timeless classic by the iconic girl group, The Supremes. Released in 1964, it was the second consecutive number-one hit for the trio, cementing their status as Motown’s leading ladies. The song, crafted by the legendary songwriting and production team Holland-Dozier-Holland, is a quintessential example of the Motown sound, characterized by its infectious rhythm, soulful melodies, and intricate harmonies.
Beneath the upbeat exterior, “Baby Love” explores the complexities of young love and the pain of unrequited affection. The lyrics poignantly convey the narrator’s longing for their lover’s attention and their confusion over his distant behavior. Despite the melancholic undertones, the song maintains a hopeful spirit, reflecting the enduring optimism that was a hallmark of the Motown era. With its catchy hooks and emotional depth, “Baby Love” continues to resonate with audiences of all ages, serving as a testament to the Supremes’ enduring legacy.
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Lyrics
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Ooh baby love, my 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