Lady Willpower
Gary Puckett & the Union Gap
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Lady Willpower, it's now or never. Give your love to me and I'll shower Your heart with tenderness endlessly. I know you want to see me but you're afraid Of what I might have on my mind. One thing you can be sure of I'll take good care of your love If you will let me give you mine. Lady Willpower, it's now or never. Give your love to me and I'll shower Your heart with tenderness endlessly. Did no one ever tell you the facts of life? Well there's so much you have to learn. And I would gladly teach you if I could only reach you And get your lovin' in return. Lady Willpower, it's now or never. Give your love to me and I'll shower Your heart with tenderness endlessly. Lady Willpower, it's now or never. Give your love to me and I'll shower.....
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Written by: Jerry Fuller
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Song Production"Lady Willpower" was produced by Jerry Fuller, who was also responsible for the band's other hits. Fuller specifically scouted Gary Puckett for his operatically trained vocals and created songs to highlight his voice.
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Chart PerformanceThe song reached #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1968, solidifying Gary Puckett & the Union Gap's place in the history of popular music.
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Songwriters"Lady Willpower" was written by Jerry Fuller, who also wrote the band's other hits, "Young Girl" and "Woman, Woman."
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Music Style"Lady Willpower" is recognized by its dramatic, sweeping orchestration that complements Puckett's pleading vocal performance. This style became a signature of Gary Puckett & the Union Gap.
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Unusual Song ThemeThe song has been noted for its somewhat controversial theme. It is sung from the perspective of a man begging a woman to surrender her virginity to him.
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Cover Versions"Lady Willpower" has been covered by various artists. Notably, Morrissey, famous as the vocalist of the band The Smiths, included a cover of the song on his 2019 album, "California Son."
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Grammy NominationGary Puckett & the Union Gap were nominated for a Grammy Award for Best New Artist in 1969, in part due to the success of "Lady Willpower."
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Legacy in Pop Culture"Lady Willpower" continues to be recognized years after its release, making appearances in movies like 1987's "The Pick-Up Artist."
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Top 60s BandDue to the success of "Lady Willpower" and other hits, Gary Puckett & The Union Gap sold more records in 1968 than any other recording act, including The Beatles.
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Sales Achievement"Lady Willpower" helped mark a successful year for the band, with the single achieving gold status for sales.
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