Don't Expect Me to Be Your Friend

Lobo

About Don't Expect Me to Be Your Friend

"Don't Expect Me to Be Your Friend" is a song recorded by Lobo and released as a single in 1972. He wrote the song, which appears on his album Of a Simple Man. The single peaked at #8 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was the third of four of his songs to hit #1 on the Easy Listening chart, where it had a two-week stay at that top spot in February 1973. Jamaican reggae singer Wayne Wade also recorded a reggae-tinged cover of this song, retitled "I love you too much", in 1991.


Year:
1990
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I stopped sending flowers to your apartment
You said you aren't home much anymore
I stopped dropping by without an appointment
Cause I'd hear laughter coming through your door.

Sometimes late at night you'll still call me
Just before you close your eyes to sleep
You make me vow to try and stop by sometime
Baby that's a promise I can't keep.

I love you too much to ever start liking you
So lets just let the story kinda end
I love you too much to ever start liking you
So don't expect me to be your friend.

I don't walk down through the village or other places
That we used to go to all the time
I'm trying to erase you from my memory
Cause thinking of you jumbles up my mind.

You always act so happy when I see you
You smile that way you take my hand and then
Introduce me to your latest lover
That's when I feel the walls start crashing in 

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Lobo

Roland Kent LaVoie, better known by the stage name Lobo (born July 31, 1943), is an American singer-songwriter who was successful in the early 1970s, scoring several U.S. Top 10 hits, including "Me and You and a Dog Named Boo", "I'd Love You to Want Me" and "Don't Expect Me to Be Your Friend". more »

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Written by: KENT LAVOIE

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15 facts about this song

Song Identity
"Don't Expect Me to Be Your Friend" is a song by American singer-songwriter Lobo, whose real name is Roland Kent LaVoie.
Chart History
The song reached number 15 on the Billboard Hot 100 in February 1973.
Album History
"Don't Expect Me to Be Your Friend" is the third track on Lobo's 1972 album "Of a Simple Man."
Notable Lyrics
The song features heartfelt lyrics about unrequited love, with lines such as "I love you too much to ever start liking you."
Style Classification
This song falls into the genre of soft rock or pop, which was particularly popular during the 1970s.
Song Duration
The song has a duration of 3 minutes and 35 seconds.
Music Label
It was released by the Big Tree Records label.
Songwriter Credits
Lobo himself wrote this song, showcasing his talent not only in performing but also in songwriting.
Relevance
Although it was released in the 1970s, the song remains relevant and relatable because of its theme - unreciprocated love and heartbreak.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by various artists in different languages, demonstrating its universal appeal.
Video Music
Unlike many songs today, "Don't Expect Me to Be Your Friend" does not have an official music video as it was released before music videos became commonplace.
Song Influence
"Don't Expect Me to Be Your Friend" is often considered one of Lobo's significant works that helped to shape his musical legacy.
Unique Fact
At the height of its popularity, the song was played frequently on pop and country radio stations.
Personal Insight
Lobo's song has been described as a 'sad, but realist love song,' as it captures the emotional frustration of being in love with someone who only views you as a friend.
Recognition
Despite not making it to the top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100, the song is still among Lobo's most recognized and beloved songs.

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