Stop to Start

Blue Magic

About Stop to Start

"Stop to Start" is a 1973 song by Blue Magic from their eponymous debut album. The single peaked at No. 74 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #14 on the R&B chart."Stop to Start" was written by Jimmy Grant and Allan Felder, and Gerry Shury and produced by Norman Harris.


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1974
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The very first time I looked at you
Since that day that's all I can do
So when I say that we're through

I only stop
So we could start all over again
I only stop
So we could start all over again
I only stop

Remember the day that I made you cry
When I told you goodbye
It was only her and I

I only stop
So we could start all over again
I only stop
So we could start all over again
I only stop

When things get rough, here's what we'll do
Kiss and make up, let's keep our love new
So when I say that we're through, oh, oh

I only stop
So we could start all over again (Oh)
I only stop
So we could start all over again ('Cause I love you, baby)

I only stop (Oh, oh)
So we could start all over again (So we can start all over, ooh)
I only stop
So we could start all over again (Can't you see that I love you)

I only stop (Oh, oh)
So we could start all over again ('Cause I need you, baby)
I only stop (Oh, oh)
So we could start all over again (Can't you see that I love you)

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Blue Magic

Blue Magic is an American soul music group, one of the most popular Philadelphia soul groups of the 1970s. Founded in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1972, they were originally composed of lead Ted Mills, Vernon Sawyer, Wendell Sawyer, Keith Beaton, and Richard Pratt. Their most notable songs include smooth soul ballads such as "Sideshow", "Three Ring Circus" and "Stop to Start". more »

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Written by: ALLAN WAYNE FELDER, JAMES GRANT

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10 facts about this song

Band Formation
"Stop to Start" is a song by the American soul group Blue Magic. The band was originally formed in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1972.
Album History
The song is from their self-titled debut studio album, "Blue Magic," which was released in 1974.
Popularity
Although not as successful as their other songs, like "Sideshow" and "Three Ring Circus", "Stop to Start" still managed to reach the top 50 in the Billboard R&B chart.
Genre
The song exemplifies the smooth, romantic, and soulful sound that Blue Magic is known for, categorizing it under the "Philly Soul" genre.
Iconic Line-up
The original line-up of Blue Magic when "Stop to Start" was released included lead singer Ted Mills, alongside Vernon Sawyer, Wendell Sawyer, Keith Beaton, and Richard Pratt.
Record Label
The song was produced under the label, "Atco," a subsidiary of Warner Music Group, known for producing records for a wide array of notable artists.
Following Success
Following the relative success of "Stop to Start", Blue Magic went on to produce several more albums and remained active into the 2000s.
Live Performances
Each live performance of the song "Stop to Start" was noted for its soulful delivery and harmonies, showcasing Blue Magic's vocal range and abilities.
Song Legacy
The song continues to be a favorite among old-school R&B fans and is often played on radio stations dedicated to '70s soul music.
Influence
"Stop to Start" is an influential song within the soul genre, and Blue Magic's melodious and soulful sound has directly inspired many following soul and R&B groups.

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