Love Won't Let Me Wait

Major Harris

About Love Won't Let Me Wait

"Love Won't Let Me Wait" is a hit 1975 single by Major Harris, a former member of R&B/soul group The Delfonics. Written by Vinnie Barrett and Bobby Eli, the single is considered to be a staple of classic soul playlists, and was Harris' only entry into the top five on both the soul and pop charts. The single hit number five on the pop chart, and also hit number one on the soul chart for one week. Billboard ranked it as the No. 24 song for 1975. It was awarded a gold disc by the R. I. A. A. on 25 June 1975. 


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The time is right
You hold me tight
And love's got me high
Please tell me yes

And don't say no, honey
Not tonight
I need to have you next to me
In more ways than one

And I refuse to leave 'till I see the
Morning sun creep through your window pane
'Cause love won't let me wait (not one more minute, baby)
The time is right

Turned down the lights
And take my hand
We will take a flight
And spend the night

In a wonderland
Now move a little closer to me
You owe it to yourself
And I will selfishly take a little for myself

And it's because of you
That love won't let me wait
(No , listen girl)
I need your love so desperately

And only you can set me free
When I make love to you
We will explode in ecstasy
And I won't take the blame

That love won't let me wait, no
Love won't let me wait (my temperature's rising)
Love won't let me wait (cause your so tantalizing)
(Oh listen girl)
Love won't let me wait

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Major Harris

Major Harris is a former college football quarterback for West Virginia University during the 1980s. Harris was a 1989 All American and finished third and fifth in the Heisman Trophy voting in 1988 and 1989, respectively. He was also the ECAC Player of the Year in 1988 and 1989. He is now an assistant wide receiver coach for North Hills High School. more »

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Written by: ANTHONY SALVATORE BELL, PHIL HURTT

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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12 facts about this song

Release and Reception
"Love Won't Let Me Wait" was released in 1975 by Major Harris. The song reached number 5 on the Billboard Hot 100, making it his first and only top ten hit. It also landed the number one spot on the Billboard R&B chart.
The Delfonics Connection
While Major Harris was a solo artist when he recorded "Love Won't Let Me Wait," he was previously a member of the Philadelphia soul group The Delfonics.
Songwriting
The song was penned by veteran songwriters Vinnie Barrett, who also contributed to hits like "The Warrior’s Call" by Andy Kim, and Bobby Eli, a Musician's Hall of Fame inductee and prolific songwriter with number of hits under his belt.
Music Arrangement
The lush orchestration in "Love Won't Let Me Wait," which is a hallmark of the Philadelphia soul sound, was provided by Bobby Eli and famed producer/arranger Norman Harris.
Critical Acclaim
In 1999, the song was ranked number 915 in Dave Marsh's book, "The Heart of Rock & Soul, The 1001 Greatest Singles Ever Made." It remains a beloved classic in the soul music genre.
Cover Versions
"Love Won't Let Me Wait" has been covered by numerous artists, from Johnny Mathis to John Legend, proving its enduring appeal and timeless melody.
Certified Gold
The single sold over a million copies and was certified Gold by the RIAA in July 1975.
Grammy Nomination
"Love Won't Let Me Wait" was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best R&B Vocal Performance, Male in 1976, further solidifying Major Harris's place in R&B history.
Length
"Love Won't Let Me Wait" is notable for being one of the longer singles of the era, with the full album version running close to 5 minutes.
Album Success
The song came from Major Harris's album 'My Way,' which also achieved success, reaching number 12 on the Billboard R&B albums chart.
Responding to Love Themes
The song is a romantic ballad where Major Harris sings about the intensity of his feelings and how he can't wait to express his love, fitting perfectly into the 1970s' trend of expressive love songs.
Notable Sample
"Love Won't Let Me Wait" was even sampled by the hip-hop group, Wu-Tang Clan, in their song "People Say." This indicates the song's continued relevance and influence across different musical genres.

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