When Your Love is Gone

Jimmy Barnes

About When Your Love is Gone

"When Your Love is Gone" is a song by Australian rock musician, Jimmy Barnes. It was released in March 1991 as the fourth single from his fourth studio album, Two Fires. The song peaked at number 7 on the Australian ARIA Singles Chart.


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I heard about a person who had a broken heart
With nothing to drive him on, no hope no spark no flame
He couldn't see at all tears they were blinding him
He kept it all inside, the guilt and all the pain
You know I say I tried to warn him
They had him backed up against the wall
I hope I'm not too late

No one can tell you exactly what you have gotta be
You've got to stand your ground and fight to save your life
It may be hard but ooh ooh it's the only way
Always remembering there ain't no second prize
There ain't no second prize

You know I say I tried to warn him
They had him backed up against the wall
Why can't I stand up and try to tell him
They've got me backed up against the wall
I hope I'm not too late

No one can tell you exactly what you have gotta be
You've got to stand your ground and fight to save your life
It may be hard but ooh ooh it's the only way
Always remembering there ain't no second prize
There ain't no second prize

Oh no there ain't no second prize
There ain't no second prize

Oh no there ain't no second prize
There's not gonna be no second prize

Oh no there ain't no second prize
Oh there's no second prize

Oh no there ain't no second prize
Never never never never gonna be

Oh no there ain't no second prize

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Jimmy Barnes

James Dixon Swan (born 28 April 1956), better known as Jimmy Barnes, is a Scottish-born Australian rock singer-songwriter. His father Jim Swan was a prizefighter and his older brother John Swan is also a rock singer. It was actually John who had encouraged and taught Jim how to sing as he wasn't really interested at the time. His career as both a solo performer and as the lead vocalist with the rock band Cold Chisel has made him one of the most popular and best-selling Australian music artists of all time. The combination of 14 Australian Top 40 albums for Cold Chisel and 13 charting solo albums, including nine No. 1s, gives Barnes the highest number of hit albums of any Australian artist. more »

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Written by: JAMES DIXON BARNES

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12 facts about this song

Artist Information
"When Your Love Is Gone" is a single by Scottish-Australian rock singer Jimmy Barnes. Known for his powerful and soulful voice, Barnes is one of Australia's most popular and enduring rock artists.
Album Data
The song comes from his fourth studio album titled "Two Fires," which was released in September 1990.
Chart Performance
The track was popular in Australia, reaching number 7 on the ARIA Singles Chart. However, it didn't chart overseas, possibly due to Barnes being comparatively less known outside his home country.
Music Style
"When Your Love Is Gone" is an example of the late '80s - early '90s rock, with its strong rhythmic backing, combined with elements of blues and soul which are a signature of Jimmy Barnes' vocal style.
Song Composition
The song was written by Jimmy Barnes himself along with Rick Nowels and Ellen Shipley, notable songwriters who have worked with musicians like Belinda Carlisle and Fleetwood Mac.
Collaboration
"When Your Love Is Gone" features backing vocals from Australian singer Wendy Matthews. They both previously worked together in the past on several tracks.
Lyrics Theme
It's a song depicting the emotional turmoil when a beloved one leaves, which many listeners find deeply relatable.
Critical Reception
Critics praised the song for showcasing Barnes' vocal range and emotive style. The track is often considered a standout in his discography.
Live Performances
"When Your Love Is Gone" has been a regular feature in Barnes’ live sets and was featured on his "Barnestorming" live album.
Music Video
The music video for the song was filmed in black and white, matching with the melancholic mood of the song.
Album Success
The "Two Fires" album was a commercial success, reaching number one on the ARIA Albums Chart and achieved 4x Platinum status. The success of this album was in part due to the popularity of "When Your Love Is Gone."
Legacy
Despite being released over 30 years ago, "When Your Love Is Gone" is still remembered as one of Jimmy Barnes' most emotive performance and is considered a classic in his catalog.

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