Don't You Know I Love You

The Clovers

About Don't You Know I Love You

"Don't You Know I Love You" is the 1951, debut single by The Clovers. The single was the first of three singles to make the top spot on the R&B charts.. Al Schmitt helped engineer the recording.


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2004
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Now, I don't hardly know her
But I think I could love her
Crimson and clover
Well, if she come walkin' over
Now I been waitin' to show her
Crimson and clover, over and over
Yeah, my mind's such a sweet thing
I wanna do everything, what a beautiful feeling
Crimson and clover, over and over

Crimson and clover, over and over
Crimson and clover, over and over
Crimson and clover, over and over
Crimson and clover, over and over
Crimson and clover, over and over
Crimson and clover, over and over

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The Clovers

The Clovers are an American rhythm & blues group. more »

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Written by: AHMET ERTEGUN

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Genre
"Don't You Know I Love You" by The Clovers is a gospel-oriented doo-wop song, showcasing the distinctive style of the 1950s.
Creators
The song was written by Ahmet Ertegun, the founder of "Atlantic Records", which is considered one of the most influential labels in the music industry.
External Cover
The song was covered by Bob Marley and The Wailers in their early years, demonstrating its far-reaching influence across different artists and genres.
Success
"Don't You Know I Love You" was a significant hit for The Clovers, reaching number one on Billboard’s R&B chart in 1951.
Debut
The track served as The Clovers' debut single, a pivotal moment in the group's career.
Dedication
The song’s title and lyrics are a heartfelt expression of love, characterized by the emotive and strong vocal performance that showcases the group’s harmonious delivery.
Musical Style
“Don’t You Know I Love You” has a blend of rhythm and blues and doo-wop, two popular music genres of the 1950s.
Formation
The Clovers, the group that performed the song, was formed in Washington D.C., demonstrating the richness and diversity of the American music scene in the mid-20th century.
Band contribution
The Clovers are considered among the pioneers of the doo-wop and R&B genres, and "Don't You Know I Love You" is an important part of their contribution to the music history.
Influence
The success of this song helped to establish Atlantic Records as a major player in the music industry, and it played a significant role in the popularization of the doo-wop and R&B genres.

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