Smokey Robinson – Really Gonna Miss You: A Soulful Farewell Steeped in Love
Smokey Robinson, a towering figure in the world of soul music, has captivated audiences for decades with his smooth vocals and heartfelt lyrics. Among his vast collection of timeless hits, “Really Gonna Miss You” stands out as a poignant and powerful ballad, an honest expression of grief and enduring love in the face of loss.
Background
Released in 1998 on the soundtrack for the miniseries “The Temptations”, “Really Gonna Miss You” marked a significant moment in Robinson’s career.
While not originally intended for a solo project, the song resonated deeply with listeners, becoming a powerful testament to the enduring human spirit. It reached number 42 on the Billboard Hot R&B Singles chart, a testament to its emotional impact.
The song’s narrative unfolds as a heartfelt farewell to a departed loved one. Robinson’s vocals, imbued with a raw emotion that resonates with listeners, paint a vivid picture of the pain and emptiness left by loss.
The lyrics, penned by Robinson himself, capture the universality of grief, the yearning for what’s lost, and the unwavering power of love that transcends even death.
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Lyrics
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Really gonna miss you
It’s really gonna be different without you
Time is gonna be hard and slow
For the rest of my life
I’m gonna be thinking about you
(Yes, I am)
Time came when you had to goI’ll miss you my buddy
I’ll miss you my friend
I promise my love for you will never endIn your finest hour, I was there with you
And without you things won’t be the same
But there’s a higher power that we answer to
And you heard Him calling your nameReally gonna miss you
Everything about you, your smiling face
I know you want us all to be strongReally gonna miss you
I know you’re gone to that magic place
Singing you a brand new songI’ll miss you my buddy
I’ll miss you my friend
I promise my love for you will never endI’ll miss you my buddy
I’ll miss you my friend
I promise my love for you will never endReally gonna miss You