These Things Will Keep Me Loving You

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About These Things Will Keep Me Loving You

"These Things Will Keep Me Loving You" is a Motown song written by Harvey Fuqua, Johnny Bristol and Sylvia Moy, and recorded, most notably, by The Velvelettes and Diana Ross.


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1998
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Oh, and I know these things will keep me loving you, dear
Say it again
These things will keep me loving you, dear

A gentle touch upon my face, baby
A tender kiss and a warm embrace, honey
Oh, a few kind words
Spoken so sincere
And I know, and I know
These things will keep me loving you, dear
These things will keep me loving you, dear

Give me your shoulder so I can cry on it, baby
Oh, give me advice that I can rely on, honey
Oh, say you love me every day of the year
And I know, and I know
These things will keep me loving you, dear
Say it again
These things will keep me loving you, dear

Oh, and I know these things will keep me loving you, dear
Oh, baby, baby
Call me each night on the telephone, baby
Oh, send me a card when you're far from home, honey
Oh, hold me close to you, baby, every time you're near
And I know, and I know
These things will keep me loving you, dear
Oh, loving you, dear

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Diana Ross

Diana Ross is a Grammy Lifetime Award Winning entertainer and actress. She was born on March 26, 1944 to Fred and Ernestine Ross. Her birth name was Diane Ernestine Earle Ross. She is known for being the lead vocalist of the Supremes, who were Motown’a best selling act during the 1960’s and is one of the greatest girl groups of all time. Diana Ross is the mother of 5 children; Tracee Ellis Ross, Rhonda Ross Kendricks, Evan Ross, Ross Näess, and Chudney Ross. She has starred in many movies including Lady Sings The Blues, Mahogany, The Wiz, Double Platinum, and etc. She has 6 number ones, has made 116 singles, and has 25 studio albums. more »

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Written by: HARVEY FUQUA, JOHNNY WILLIAM BRISTOL, SYLVIA MOY

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10 facts about this song

Release Dates
"These Things Will Keep Me Loving You" was first released by The Velvelettes in 1966. - Diana Ross also recorded a version of this song, which was first officially released in 1970.
Popular Interpretations
Diana Ross's version of the song is widely recognized as one of her standout performances during her career.
Music Styles
Both versions of the song are rooted in the Motown sound, characterized by its use of a powerful lead singer backed by a vocal harmony group.
Chart Performance
The Velvelettes' version was released as their only UK single and it managed to reach the number 34 position in October of 1971 in the UK's Official Singles Chart.
Original Intentions
Diana Ross's version of the song was originally intended for her 1970 solo debut LP, "Diana Ross," but did not make the final tracklist.
Unseen Diana Ross’s Version
Diana Ross’s unreleased version of "These Things Will Keep Me Loving You" stayed in the vaults until July 2005 when it was released on her compilation album, "Blue."
Songwriters
The song was written by Johnny Bristol, Harvey Fuqua, and Sylvia Moy, three notable figures in the Motown music scene.
The Velvelettes Background
The Velvelettes were a 1960s female vocal group signed to Motown Records. Their version of "These Things Will Keep Me Loving You" was one of their most popular songs.
Motown’s Legacy
Both "These Things Will Keep Me Loving You" versions contribute to Motown’s overall influence on the American music industry during the 1960s and 1970s. They showcased the lyrical depth and emotional resonance that became a hallmark of the company's brand of soul music.
Diana Ross's Success
Although her rendition of "These Things Will Keep Me Loving You" was not released until many years later, Ross went on to immense success as a solo artist, achieving numerous hits on the Billboard Hot 100 in the US. This contribution adds yet another layer to her rich discography.

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