Power of Love

Joe Simon

About Power of Love

"Power Of Love" is a 1972 song recorded by Joe Simon. The single was his second to hit #1 on the R&B charts, where it was at the top spot for two weeks. "Power Of Love" also made it into the Top 20 on the Pop charts, where it was one of Simon's most successful crossover singles. Billboard ranked it as the No. 83 song for 1972. "Power of Love" was by written by Joe Simon along with Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff.


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Whoa-yeah, baby, sugar
Honey, sweet darlin', I'm yours
Oh, yes I am

Every since that day we met
My whole life been full of joy and happiness
Oh when you kiss me it burns to my soul
Seven days later, my body I can't control

You got
You got power in your twist
You got power, power, power
Oh-oh!

Oh I love ya
I tell you I just can't help myself
Oh when I hear you talk and I see you walk
That make me know I don't want nobody else
You got you call my name

All my life I wanted someone
To love an understand
Now were together, listen to me honey
My loneliness has gone away
I swear I think I'm
Think I'm able to carry on, yeah

You got honey in your kiss
And I'm glad of that
You got honey in your twist
And I'm glad about it

Sometime, baby
I wanna scream about your love
Sometimes, baby
I just a-wanna say oh, I'm glad
I'm glad, I'm glad, I'm glad

You got power in your kiss

You got power in your twist

You got power in your walk

You got power in your talk

Power with your best
You got it, you got it
You got it baby
Sometime I wanna squeeze you

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Joe Simon

Joseph Henry "Joe" Simon (born Hymie Simon; October 11, 1913 – December 14, 2011) was an American comic book writer, artist, editor, and publisher. Simon created or co-created many important characters in the 1930s–1940s Golden Age of Comic Books and served as the first editor of Timely Comics, the company that would evolve into Marvel Comics. more »

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Written by: JOE SIMON (USA 1), KENNETH GAMBLE, LEON HUFF

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14 facts about this song

Release Date
"Power of Love" by Joe Simon was released in the year 1972.
Album Contribution
The song is a part of Joe Simon's album also named "Power of Love".
Chart Performance
The song was a hit, climbing up to the No. 1 spot on the Billboard R&B chart.
Songwriter Credits
It was written by a well-known American songwriter and producer, Kenneth Gamble and Leon Huff.
Genre
"Power of Love" is a classic R&B song.
Lyrics Theme
The lyrics of the song clearly provide a message about the strength and beauty of love.
Cultural Impact
This song, among others, helped solidify Joe Simon's legacy as one of the smoothest soul singers of the 70s.
Record Company
It was released under the label of Polydor Records, a British record label that's part of the Universal Music Group.
Instrumentation
The song is noticeable for its smooth melody backed by strings and horns, giving it a strong soulful feel.
Later Appearances
"Power of Love" has appeared on numerous compilations and greatest hits albums over the years since its initial release.
Recognition
Due to its exceptional quality, the song is considered one of the singer’s all-time greatest hits.
Legacy
Today, the song remains one of the most recognizable and beloved soul songs of its time.
Not to be Confused
This song is not to be confused with "Power of Love" by Huey Lewis & the News from the movie "Back to Future" which was released in 1985.
Unique Vocals
Joe Simon's deep, rich baritone provided a distinct sound not common in many soul singers of his era, a trait highlighted in "Power of Love".

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