The Temptations – You’ll Lose a Precious Love: A Soulful Plea for Cherished Connections
In the tapestry of American soul music, The Temptations hold a place of undeniable prominence. Their rich harmonies, captivating stage presence, and poignant lyrics have resonated with listeners for generations.
Among their vast repertoire of hits, “You’ll Lose a Precious Love” stands out as a timeless ballad, a heartfelt plea for cherishing and nurturing a love deemed precious.
Background
Released in 1965 on their album “The Temptations Sing Smokey,” “You’ll Lose a Precious Love” marked a turning point in the group’s career. While known for their uptempo grooves and electrifying dance moves, this song showcased their versatility and ability to deliver emotionally charged ballads.
Composed by the legendary Smokey Robinson, the song reached number 14 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and number four on the Billboard Hot R&B Singles chart, solidifying The Temptations’ status as a musical powerhouse.
The song’s narrative revolves around a man desperately trying to convince his love interest to stay. The lyrics, brimming with vulnerability and sincerity, capture the fear of losing someone truly special.
Smokey Robinson’s masterful songwriting paints a vivid picture – the yearning in the man’s voice, the gentle touch of a hand, and the undeniable power of a love worth fighting for.
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Lyrics
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… One day, you will be glad to realizeBy the look that’s in my eyes… How much I love you (love you)And if you leave, you’ll lose a precious love (you’ll lose a precious love)… Somehow, these arms of mine can’t let you goThe touch of my hand, baby should let you know… How much I love you (love you)And if you leave, you’ll lose a precious love (you’ll lose a precious love)… We go together like hand and gloveDon’t destroy our precious love… Somehow these arms of mine can’t let you goThe touch of my hand should let you know… How much I love you (love you)And if you leave, you’ll lose a precious love (you’ll lose a precious love)… You’ll lose a precious love (you’ll lose a precious love)The touch of my hand should let you know (you’ll lose a precious love)