Isn't It a Shame
Patti LaBelle
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How is it that two people Who laughed together and loved together Sometimes end up far apart? (Tell me how is it?) And how is it that two people Who cry together, wanna die together Sometimes end up with a broken heart? Isn't it a shame (Isn't it a shame, my friend) Sometimes such a love? (Sometimes such a love such as this must end) Isn't it a shame (Isn't it a shame, you have to laugh before you cry) And how is it that two people Who cling together wanna dream, dream together (Cling together wanna have a little dream together) Oh, they end up alone? (Tell me how is it?) And how is it that two people Who plan together, make a little life together Sometimes end up along that road? Isn't it a shame? (Isn't it a shame, my friend?) Sometimes such a love (Love must end) Isn't it a shame? (You have to laugh before you) Isn't it a shame that such a love must leave? Isn't it a shame? Sometimes such a love Isn't it a shame? Isn't it a shame that such a love must leave? Isn't it a shame? Sometimes such a love Isn't it a shame?
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Written by: RANDY EDELMAN
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12 facts about this song
Release InformationThe song "Isn't It a Shame" was released in 1978 by the American girl group Labelle.
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Participation of Patti LaBelleThe track features the lead vocals of Patti LaBelle, who was one of the founding members of Labelle, and later achieved a successful solo career.
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SongwritersThe song was written by Randy Edelman, a famed songwriter and composer who has worked with many top artists and on various film and television scores.
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Chart PerformanceAlthough "Isn't It a Shame" did not achieve wide-scale success, it is still acknowledged as a beautiful track that showcases Labelle's unique harmonies and Patti's powerful vocal performance.
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Genre SpecificationsIt represents the genre of R&B/soul and it also had elements of pop and rock.
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Historic SignificanceThis song was one of the last released by Labelle before their disbandment in 1977.
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Notable CoverThe song received more commercial success when it was covered by singer Natalie Cole in 1991 and managed to reach higher up in several music charts.
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Recognition in LiteratureThe song was mentioned positively in the 2010 book "Randy Edelman: Song by Song" by Vincent Terrace, emphasizing its emotionally intense delivery and labeling it as one of Edelman's more underrated compositions.
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Reunion of Labelle and Patti LaBelleIn 2008, more than 30 years after the release of "Isn't It a Shame," Labelle and Patti LaBelle reunited for a tour and album, which included performances of this song.
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Unique ThemeThe lyrics of the song express regret and sadness over a love relationship that did not work out, making it one of the heartfelt and emotional ballads performed by Labelle.
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Studio Album Release"Isn't It a Shame" appeared on Labelle's seventh and final studio album, “Chameleon”, released in 1976.
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Critical acclaimDespite not achieving commercial success, the song is often lauded by critics for showcasing the unique vocal range and style of Patti LaBelle.
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