I Don't Want to Take a Chance

Mary Wells

About I Don't Want to Take a Chance

"I Don't Want to Take a Chance" is a single released by Mary Wells in 1961 on the Motown label. It was the second single release from Wells, who hit the charts with her Jackie Wilson-esque "Bye Bye Baby". While that song was able to reach the top fifty of the pop singles chart, the string-laden follow-up performed better reaching number thirty-three on the US pop chart and peaking at number-nine on the R&B singles chart. The song became one of the first nationally released Motown singles to reach the top forty on the pop chart after Barrett Strong's "Money (That's What I Want)" and The Miracles' "Shop Around".  


Year:
1999
2:49
23 
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You say you love me, and I believe you do
You really really love me 'cause I love you

[Chorus]
I don't want to take a chance
I don't want to take a chance
I don't want to take a chance and come out
Oh, and come out, and come out
Only losin' in

I still remember the last love I had
Left me so blue and oh so sad
But I just want to let you know
(chorus)

I've had lonely days oh and lonely nights
That's something that I don't want to go through, no no
Just give my heart some time
And I know I'll make up mind
When I give it up, I'm gonna give it up to you
You, you you you

One day, baby, when my heart is stronger
And I'll have this fear no longer
Maybe then I'll come running to you
But right now

[Chorus]

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Mary Wells

Mary Esther Wells (May 13, 1943 – July 26, 1992) was an American singer who helped to define the emerging sound of Motown in the early 1960s. Along with The Miracles, The Temptations, The Supremes, and the Four Tops, Wells was said to have been part of the charge in black music onto radio stations and record shelves of mainstream America, "bridging the color lines in music at the time." more »

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Written by: BERRY GORDY JR, BERRY JR GORDY, WILLIAM STEVENSON

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12 facts about this song

Record Label
"I Don't Want to Take a Chance" was released under the iconic Motown record label, which is known for producing many legendary musicians and singers.
Peak Chart Position
The song was a considerable success, peaking at number 33 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Follow-Up Single
"I Don't Want To Take a Chance" was Mary Well's follow-up single to her first hit, "Bye Bye Baby," released in 1961.
B-Side Track
The B-side of the single was the song "I'm So Sorry," contributing to its appeal and success.
Album Inclusion
This track is also included in Mary Wells' first album, "Bye Bye Baby I Don't Want to Take a Chance," which was released in 1961.
Song Duration
The duration of "I Don't Want To Take a Chance" is 2:47 minutes, fitting into the typical song length of the early '60s.
Relevant Genre
The song falls under the genre of Rhythm and Blues (R&B), like most of Mary Wells' repertoire.
Music Team
Like many Motown hits, this song was written by Motown founder Berry Gordy Jr. and William "Mickey" Stevenson.
Legacy
Mary Wells was a critical player in establishing Motown's popularity, with "I Don't Want To Take a Chance" being a key part of that journey.
Cover Versions
While not as frequently covered as some of Wells' other hits, the song remains a beloved part of her discography.
Present Day Availability
Today, "I Don't Want To Take a Chance" can be found on various music streaming platforms, including Spotify, Apple music, and YouTube, allowing a new generation of listeners to appreciate it.
Influence
Wells' vocal style in the song has been cited as an influence on later Motown singers, such as Diana Ross.

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