Let Them Talk

Little Willie John

About Let Them Talk

"Let Them Talk" is a 1959 Little Willie John song written by Sonny Thompson, on King Records produced by Henry Glover. The lyrics begin: "Let them talk if they want to, talk don't bother me... I want the whole wide world to know: I love you so..."The song has been covered by many artists including George Benson, James Booker on his album Live from Belle Vue (2015), Lonnie Mack on his album Glad I'm in the Band (1969), James Brown on his album Say It Loud - I'm Black and I'm Proud (1969), and was the title track for albums by Marva Wright (2000), Gary U. S. Bonds (2009) and Hugh Laurie (2011). 


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Let them talk if they want to
Talk don't bother me
I want the whole wide world to know
That I love you so

Let them whisper
For they know not what's
Between you and I
I'll keep on loving you
Until the day I die

They're tryin' to breakup our romance
But they don't have a chance
We have the kind of love
That's so strong
We'll be together from now on

Idle gossip comes from the devil's workshop
But true love will make it stop
I want the whole wide world to know
That I love you so

They're envious of everything we do
But it's so wonderful (wonderful)
When you love some one (love someone)
When that someone loves you.

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Little Willie John

William Edward John (November 15, 1937 - May 26, 1968), better known by his stage name Little Willie John, was an American R&B singer who performed in the 1950s and early 1960s. Many sources erroneously give his middle name as Edgar. He is best known for his popular music chart successes with songs such as, "All Around the World" (1955), "Need Your Love So Bad" (1956) and "Fever" the same year, the latter covered in 1958 by Peggy Lee.An important figure in early R&B music, Little Willie John was a 1996 Inductee into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. more »

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Written by: SONNY THOMPSON

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Hugh Laurie's Version
Released in 2011, "Let Them Talk" serves as the title track of Hugh Laurie’s debut blues / jazz album. - Hugh Laurie, who is better known as an actor in popular series like "House", is also an accomplished musician and showcases his talents in this song. - "Let Them Talk" showcases Laurie’s piano playing skills and his bluesy voice. - Hugh Laurie's version of "Let Them Talk" is an interpretation of a traditional blues song performed by many different artists over the years.
James Brown's Version
Soul icon James Brown's version of "Let Them Talk" appeared on his album "Prisoner of Love," released in 1963. - This version showcases Brown's distinctive emotive singing style and well known funk groves. - James Brown's "Let Them Talk" is decidedly more soulful and upbeat compared to some renditions of the song. - The song is one of the many remakes Brown did throughout his career, adding his own unique twist and style to well-known tunes.
Little Willie John's Version
Little Willie John released his rendition of "Let Them Talk" in 1959 in his album "Mister Little Willie John." - Willie was a key figure in the early development of rock 'n' roll and rhythm & blues, and his interpretation is considered classic and soulful. - At the time of the release, Willie was known for his emotive singing style, which is very evident in this track. - Willie's version of "Let Them Talk" is noted for its deep, brooding vocals and bluesy arrangement. - This song is often referenced as one of the highlights of Willie's short but influential music career.

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