The End of Our Road
Gladys Knight & the Pips
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I've gotta get away from you fast as I can Oh you're too much for me baby More than my heart can stand Like a kid behind the wheel You been reckless with my heart If I stay around you sure to tear it all apart Said the road's got to end somewhere Every road's got to end somewhere Now is the time for the showdown So let me give you the low down We've come to the end of our road Just think about all the times you let me at home lonely You only did it 'cause you know I loved you only Runnin' around with every girl in town I'm telling you boy no longer will I be your clown Said the road's got to end somewhere Every road has got to end somewhere Sick and tired of your stuff Said enough is enough We've come to the end of our road No, no, no, no, no Sorry baby I just have to go You made more sense when you begged and you pleaded Talkin' bout I'm the one you're needing Said I done had my fill of you Hurt me so through the years I've done sure enough run out of tears Telling you I couldn't cry if I wanted to Said the road's got to end somewhere Well now every road has got to end somewhere Time and again I beg you to slow down So I'm givin you the low down We've come to the end of our road (This is the end, the end of our road) (This is the end, the end of our road) (This is the end, the end of our road)
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Written by: BARRETT STRONG, NORMAN WHITFIELD, RODGER PENZABENE
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10 facts about this song
Original Release (Gladys Knight & the Pips"The End of Our Road" was originally released by Gladys Knight & the Pips. The American R&B/soul group was fronted by Gladys Knight, along with her brother and two cousins.
- The single was released on February 1, 1968, under the record label Soul.
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Chart Performance (Gladys Knight & the Pips"The End of Our Road" achieved sizeable commercial success. It peaked at number 15 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and reached number 5 on the R&B Singles chart in the United States.
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Lyrics and Theme (Gladys Knight & the PipsThe song can be classified as a soulful breakup lament. The lyrics tell a story of a relationship falling apart and convey themes of pain, regret, and acceptance.
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Cover Version (The TemptationsThe world-renowned American vocal group, The Temptations, created a cover version of "The End of Our Road" in 1970.
- This version was included in their album, "Sky's the Limit," which was released on April 22, 1971.
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Identity (The TemptationsThe Temptations' interpretation of "The End of Our Road" featured more of a psychedelic soul style, reflecting the musical trends of the early 1970s and the group's shift during that era.
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Main Vocalist (The TemptationsUnlike the original version sung primarily by Gladys Knight, The Temptations' version of "The End of Our Road" features different lead vocals. The song was sung primarily by Eddie Kendricks, who was known for his falsetto voice.
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Songwriting CreditsThe songwriters for "The End of Our Road" are Roger Penzabene, Barrett Strong, and Norman Whitfield.
- Norman Whitfield also produced the original track for Gladys Knight & the Pips and the cover version by The Temptations.
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LegacyOver half a century since its first release, "The End of Our Road" remains an iconic R&B track and stands as a testament to the musical prowess and emotional depth of both Gladys Knight & the Pips and The Temptations.
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Influence on Other ArtistsThe song's storytelling and soulful, emotive force have influenced numerous artists of later generations. It empowers listeners to embrace their emotions and recognize the universality of love and loss.
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Live PerformancesBoth Gladys Knight & the Pips and The Temptations performed "The End of Our Road" in various iconic venues and televised events, creating memorable performances that further solidified its status as a classic soul hit.
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