You're a Special Part of Me
Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross
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You're a special part of me Special part of me That special tear I shed means you're a part of me Thoughts of you running through my head Means you're a part of me Yeah, I'm satisfied to know you're a part of me What I want to say is All I want to say is Is that I love you 'Cause you're that very special part of me Oh, oh, baby Every time you look into my eyes (Yes, baby) Can't you see what you mean to me (Talk to me) And every time you hear me speak your name (Oh, baby) Can't you tell what you mean to me (Ah, mercy) Oh, can't move the moon You can't stop the passing time Anyway by now you can't move this love of mine Just as simple as the last rerun What I want to say is All I want to say is Is that I love you 'Cause you're that very special part of me Oh, when the morning comes I wipe the sleep from my eyes Well, I can't wipe away what I feel inside Can't find the cure for not having you around (Sugar) Oh I've searched far and near Ah, but the cure just can't be found, no, no, no That special tear I shed means you're a part of me Thoughts of you running through my head Means you're a part of me I'm satisfied to know that you're a part of me All I want to say is What I want to say is That I love you 'Cause you're that very special, very special I love you, oh, words cannot explain That I love you, sugar you're that special thing I love you every time I shed that special tear I love you every time I feel that special thing for you I love you
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Written by: ANDREW PORTER, GREGORY WRIGHT, HAROLD JOHNSON
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10 facts about this song
Release Details"You're a Special Part of Me" was released in 1973 as part of Diana Ross and Marvin Gaye's album, "Diana & Marvin."
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Chart SuccessThe song turned out to be a chart success. It reached number 12 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, and number 4 on the R&B Singles chart.
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Duo CollaborationThis song marked one of the most successful collaborations between Diana Ross and Marvin Gaye, two legendary Motown artists.
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Genre ClassificationBelonging to the genre of rhythm and blues and soul music, the song is representative of the iconic Motown sound of the 1970s.
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Song ReceptionCritics praised the song's harmonious blend of Ross and Gaye's voices, as well as its pleasant, uplifting lyrics.
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Lyrics ThemeThe lyrics of "You're a Special Part of Me" explore themes of love, unity, and emotional connection between two people.
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Vinyl ReleaseThis song was also released as a 7" vinyl in the United States, under the Motown record label.
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Album SalesThe "Diana & Marvin" album, which featured "You're a Special Part of Me", was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America, which indicates sales of over half a million units.
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Music Television"You're a Special Part of Me" is also featured in the American musical drama television series "Soul Train," which aired from 1971 to 2006.
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Noteworthy RecognitionThe song was recognized as one of the standouts from the "Diana & Marvin" album by both audiences and critics.
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