Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell – Your Precious Love: A Soulful Duet of Endearing Love
Their voices, like intertwined threads, created a tapestry of emotional depth and raw vulnerability. Among their iconic repertoire, Your Precious Love stands as a timeless masterpiece, a soulful exploration of love’s tender embrace.
Background
Released in 1967 as part of their album United, “Your Precious Love” quickly ascended the charts, becoming a resounding success.
The track’s enduring popularity is a testament to its universal themes and the magnetic chemistry between Gaye and Terrell.
The song’s narrative unfolds as a heartfelt declaration of love and devotion. Gaye and Terrell’s vocal interplay is nothing short of mesmerizing.
Terrell’s soulful crooning complements Gaye’s rich baritone, creating a dialogue of affection that resonates deeply.
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Lyrics
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Ooh, everyday, there’s something new (oh, baby)Honey, to keep me loving you (oh, honey)And with every passing minute (oh, sugar)Oh baby, so much joy wrapped up in itOh-oh-oh, heaven must have sent you from aboveOh-oh-oh, heaven must have sent your precious loveOh, and now, I’ve got a song to sing (oh, darlin’)Tellin’ the world about the joy you bring (oh, sweetheart)And you gave me a reason for living (oh, honey)And ooh, you taught meYou taught me the meaning of givingOh-oh-oh, heaven must have sent you from aboveOh-oh-oh, heaven must have sent your precious love, ohTo find a love like yours is rare these days‘Cause you’ve shown me what happiness is in so many waysI look in the mirror and I’m glad to seeLaughter in the eyes where tears used to beWhat you’ve given me I could never return (oh, baby)‘Cause there’s so much, girl, I’ve yet to learn (oh, honey)And I wanna show, I wanna show, my appreciation (oh, sugar)‘Cause when I found youI found a new inspirationOh-oh-oh, heaven must have sent you from aboveOh-oh-oh heaven must have sent your precious loveOh-oh-oh heaven must have sent you from aboveOh-oh-oh heaven must have sent your precious love