This Is for the Lover in You

Shalamar

About This Is for the Lover in You

"This Is for the Lover in You" is a song written by Howard Hewett, member of the trio Shalamar, and songwriter Dana Meyers. The track was originally recorded by Shalamar and appeared on their 1980 Platinum album, Three for Love. The song was the third single released from their album, Three for Love. The single peaked at No. 17 on the U. S. R&B chart in 1981.


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2011
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It's got to be real
Girl, I could write a book on how you're makin' me feel
I know I'll never find
Another who could match the lovin' you've givin' to me

So this is for the lover in you
This ring means I'll always be true
This is how we'll start love anew
This time it's gonna last forever

I trust you, yes, I do
And girl, you're not the kind a guy could easily charm
Cause the meaning of love
Is always shown to me when you are wrapped in my arms

So this is for the lover in you
This ring means I'll always be true
This is how we'll start love anew
This time it's gonna last forever (I don't wanna, I don't wanna give you up)

This is for the lover in you (I love you , baby)
This ring (Ooh)
This is (For the lover in you, girl)
This time it's gonna last forever

I could say I never met a girl, no, no
Who satisfied my mental and my physical thing
When I lay me down to sleep
I'm rest assured with the thought that you are right next to me, my baby

This is for the lover in you (Take this ring)
This ring (It means I'll always be true)
This is (How we'll start love anew)
This time it's gonna last forever
This is for the lover in you (Take this ring)
This ring (Oh oh )
This is (Sweet baby)
This time we're gonna be together

Oh
So much love between us
I'll be the one to come runnin' {Be the one to come runnin'}
Oh, home to you {Home to you}
You give me sweet love
With a woman like you, I don't need to play around
Oh, you're more than just one woman
You're blowin' my mind with the love that you're givin'
That's what you hear me say
Girl, every day

It's for the lover in you, baby
With this ring I'll show you that there ain't no maybes
It's for the lover in you, baby
And it's this time we're gonna last forever

It's for the lover in you, baby
With this ring I'll show you that there ain't no maybes
It's for the lover in you, baby
And it's this time we're gonna be together

It's for the lover in you, baby
With this ring I'll show you that there ain't no maybes
It's for the lover in you, baby
And it's this time

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Shalamar

Shalamar /ˈʃæləmɑr/ is an American music group, primarily active in the 1970s and 1980s, that was originally a disco-driven vehicle created by Soul Train booking agent Dick Griffey and show creator Don Cornelius. They went on to be an influential dance trio, masterminded by Soul Train producer Don Cornelius. As noted in the British Hit Singles & Albums, they were regarded as fashion icons and trendsetters, and helped to introduce 'body-popping' to the United Kingdom. Their collective name 'Shalamar' was picked by Griffey. more »

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Written by: DANA MEYERS, HOWARD HEWETT

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10 facts about this song

Song History
"This Is for the Lover in You" was first released by the American R&B group Shalamar in 1980.
Original Group Composition
The original lineup of Shalamar for this album included Howard Hewett, Jody Watley, and Jeffrey Daniel.
Genre
The song is a blend of rhythm and blues (R&B) and soul music.
Album
The song was included in Shalamar's sixth studio album, "Three for Love".
Charts Performance
"This Is for the Lover in You" achieved considerable success, peaking at number 17 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 6 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart in the United States.
Lyrics Element
The song sings praises of love and romance, a common theme in Hewett's and Shalamar's music.
Cover by Babyface
The song was later covered by artist Babyface in 1996, featuring LL Cool J, Howard Hewett, Jody Watley, and Jeffrey Daniel as guest vocalists. It was a significant hit for Babyface, charting in the top ten and earning a platinum certification.
Grammy Nomination
Babyface's cover version was nominated for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal at the 39th Grammy Awards in 1997.
Howard Hewett's Career
After leaving Shalamar, Howard Hewett pursued a successful solo career, and "This Is for the Lover in You" often reminds fans of his Shalamar era.
Legacy
The song continues to be a classic in the R&B genre, symbolizing the sound of 1980s R&B and helping to shape the ongoing evolution of R&B music.

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