Never Knew Love Like This
Cherrelle, Alexander O'Neal
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Ooh...ooh...oh...oh...girl Oh...oh... Ho...ho...ho... Oh... Hoo... Ooh...ooh...ooh... Yeah Oh...oh...oh... Yeah You are my favorite lady And you know you are my favorite man, yes, you are And I know thats right Said it feels good to know that you feel the same And forever and a day Together we will be Nothing on this earth Could ever take you away from me Cause Ive been kissed But I never knew love like this And Ive been missed But I never knew love like this Loved someone before But I never knew love like this I had lots of lovin But I never knew love like this Hmm... And you know youre something special too I love you And thats all I need to hear to make my day Cause youre always on my mind No matter what I do Nothing on this earth Could ever keep me away from you Ive been kissed But I never knew love like this And Ive been missed But I never knew love like this Loved someone before But I never knew love like this I had lots of lovin But I never knew love like this Oh, Ive been kissed Never knew love like this And Ive been missed But I never knew love like this Loved someone before But I never knew love like this No, I never, never, never, never Never knew love like this When Im asleep at night I dream I hold you tight I never had a better love Never love like this Oh...oh...ah... Ooh... No, I never knew love Ive been kissed, baby, yeah...oh... Never knew love like this And Ive been missed, girl Never knew love like this Never knew love, loved someone before Never knew love like this But I never knew love I never knew love, love like this, baby Ive been kissed, baby Never knew love like this And I surely missed, lets sing it together Never knew lov...
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Written by: James Samuel Harris, Terry Steven Lewis
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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7 facts about this song
Production and Release"Never Knew Love Like This" was released in 1988. It featured on Alexander O'Neal's second studio album, "Hearsay."
- The song was produced by the dynamic duo Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, known for producing several hit records in the 80s and 90s.
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Chart Performance"Never Knew Love Like This" fared well in the charts, peaking at No. 2 on the U.S. Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
- In addition, the single reached No. 26 on the UK Singles Chart, demonstrating its international appeal.
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CollaborationAlexander O'Neal and Cherrelle had previously worked together on the hit single "Saturday Love," which achieved success both in the U.S and the UK.
- "Never Knew Love Like This" was another successful collaboration between the pair. Their musical chemistry has often been praised by critics and fans alike.
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Music VideoThe music video of "Never Knew Love Like This" reflects the energetic and romantic mood of the song. It features O'Neal and Cherrelle in a club, singing and dancing to the tune.
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AccoladesEven though the song itself didn't win any awards, it helped strengthen Alexander O'Neal's position as one of the most important figures in the 80s R&B scene. His album "Hearsay" which houses the song, received a Grammy nomination.
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Remixes and Live PerformancesA popular remix of "Never Knew Love Like This" was included on O'Neal's 1989 remix album, "All Mixed Up."
- Alexander O'Neal and Cherrelle have performed "Never Knew Love Like This" live at several concerts, making it a fan-favorite.
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LegacyDespite being released over 30 years ago, "Never Knew Love Like This" continues to be appreciated by fans of R&B music. It is often played on classic soul and R&B radio stations and streaming platforms.
- The song isn't just an important part of O'Neal's and Cherrelle's discographies, but also an indispensable piece of 80s R&B history.
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