Giving Up
Gladys Knight & the Pips, Gladys Knight
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Givin' up is hard to do When you really love someone Givin' up is hard to do When you still depend upon His warm and tender touch His kiss and his caress That used to mean so much And bring you happiness (Givin' up) oh, Lord, is hard to do I try, but it's just no use (Givin' up) whoa, Lord, it's hard to do I tried, but I can’t break loose The light of hope burns dim But in my heart I pray My love, my love, my love and faith in him Will bring him back someday (Givin' up) But, it's just no use (Givin' up) No, I can't break loose Whether he knows or not He really needs me, too Oh Lord, oh Lord, oh Lord he's all I've got And giving up Is so hard to do (Givin' up) Oh yes it is (Givin' up) Is so hard to do (Givin' up) Oh yes it is (Givin' up) I just can't break loose (Givin' up) No, no, no, no (Givin' up) I just can't break loose No, no, no
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11 facts about this song
Release Information"Giving Up" was originally released in 1971. It features Donny Hathaway on his self-titled album.
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Original ArtistAlthough it is also famously covered by Gladys Knight, the song was originally performed by Donny Hathaway.
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Genre ClassificationThis song fits into the genres of Soul and R&B (Rhythm and Blues).
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Famous Cover"Giving Up" is well-known for the cover version performed by Gladys Knight in 1973, two years after Hathaway’s original version. It was part of her album "Imagination."
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Songwriting CreditsThe song was written by Van McCoy, a prominent American songwriter and producer known for his 1975 disco hit "The Hustle."
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Chart SuccessDespite being less known than much of Hathaway's and Knight's other works, "Giving Up" still left its mark on the Billboard charts.
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InfluenceThe song has been interpreted by a number of artists, such as Jennifer Holliday, The Ad Libs, and The Nylons, clearly showing its influence in the music world.
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Musical CompositionThe song is highly regarded for its heartfelt lyrics and emotive melody, making it a classic example of the soulful sound of the early 1970s.
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Memorable PerformanceThere is a memorable live performance of this song by Donny Hathaway which was included in his album called "In Performance" in 1980.
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LegacyDespite passing away at an early age, Donny Hathaway's legacy continues to be felt strongly. "Giving Up" is often highlighted as a shining example of his notable contributions to soul music.
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Critical AcclaimBoth Donny Hathaway's original rendition and Gladys Knight's cover of "Giving Up" have received widespread critical acclaim for their robust and passionate vocal performances.
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