Introduction to “I Want a Love I Can See” by The Temptations
The Temptations, one of the most iconic groups in Motown history, have left an indelible mark on the world of music. Their harmonies, their soulful voices, and their ability to connect with audiences on a deep emotional level have made them legendary.
Background
In 1970, “I Want a Love I Can See” was the title track from the group’s album of the same name. It marked a departure from their earlier hits, which were often upbeat and danceable.
This song, on the other hand, takes on a more introspective and melancholic tone. The lyrics delve into the complexities of love and the desire for a relationship that is tangible, visible, and meaningful.
The song begins with a haunting melody played on the piano, setting the stage for a heartfelt expression of longing. As the vocals come in, the listener is immediately captivated by the group’s harmonies. The Temptations’ voices blend seamlessly, creating a rich and textured sound that is both powerful and emotive.
The lyrics of “I Want a Love I Can See” explore the theme of unfulfilled desire. The narrator expresses a deep longing for a love that is tangible, something that can be seen and touched.
This desire is rooted in a sense of frustration and disappointment with past relationships that have fallen short of expectations.
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Lyrics
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[Verse 1]
I want a love I can see (Ah-pow-pow)
That’s the only kind that means a thing to me (Ah-pow-pow)
Don’t want a love you have to tell me about (Ah-pow-pow)
That kind of loving I can sure do without (I can sure do without)[Refrain]
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah[Verse 2]
I want a love I can feel (Doo-doo, pow-pow)
That’s the only kind of loving I think it’s real (Doo-doo, pow-pow)
Don’t want to be quoted by something I heard, now (Doo-doo, pow-pow)
‘Cause baby, action speaks louder than words (Ah, louder than words)[Refrain]
Yeah, yeah, yeah[Verse 3]
I want a love that’s mine (I want a love, that’s mine)
In the rain or in sun, sun, sunshine (I want a love, that’s mine)
A love to keep me warm when it’s cold (I want a love, that’s mine)
The kind of love that will never grow old (Oh, never grow old)