Never Knew Love Like This Before

Stephanie Mills

About Never Knew Love Like This Before

"Never Knew Love Like This Before" is a song written and produced by songwriters James Mtume and Reggie Lucas for American R&B recording artist Stephanie Mills' fourth studio album Sweet Sensation (1980). The song became Mills' biggest hit on the US Billboard Pop Singles Chart, where it peaked at number 6, outperforming her previously highest charting single, "What Cha' Gonna Do with My Lovin'", which peaked at number 22. The single was also successful on the R&B and Adult Contemporary charts, peaking at No. 12 and No. 5, respectively. It was a bigger success in the UK where it peaked at number 4. The record won Best R&B Song and Best Female R&B Vocal Performance at the 1981 Grammy Awards, vanquishing competition that included Aretha Franklin, Diana Ross, Roberta Flack, and Minnie Riperton. 


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I never knew love like this before
Now I'm lonely never more
Since you came into my life

You are my love light, this I know
And I'll never let you go
You my all, you're part of me

Once I was lost and now I'm found
Then you turned my world around
When I need you, I call your name

â??Cause I never knew love like this before
Opened my eyes
â??Cause I never knew love like this before
What a surprise

â??Cause I never knew love like this before

This feeling's so deep inside of me
Such a tender fantasy
You're the one I'm living for

You are my sunlight and my rain
And time could never change
What we share forever more, ooh

I never knew love like this before
Now I'm lonely never more
Since you came into my life

â??Cause I never knew love like this before
Opened my eyes
â??Cause I never knew love like this before
What a surprise

â??Cause I never knew love like this before

You are my love light, this I know
And I'll never let you go
You my all, you're part of me

Once I was lost and now I'm found
Then you turned my world around
When I need you, I call your name

â??Cause I never knew love like this before
Opened my eyes
â??Cause I never knew love like this before
What a surprise

â??Cause I never knew love like this before
Inside of me
I never (Never) knew love like this before
Opened my eyes

Never (Never), never (Never)
Never knew love like this (I never knew, I never knew I never)
Never (Never), never (Never)
Never knew love like this (I never knew, I never knew I never knew)

Never (Never), never (Never)
Never knew love like this (I never knew)
Never (Never knew), never (Never)
Never knew love like this (I never knew)

Never (Never knew), never (Never)
Never knew love like this (I never knew, I never knew I never knew)
Never (I never knew, I never knew), never (I never)
Never knew love like this (Never knew)

Never (Never knew), never (Never)
Never knew love like this (Opened my eyes)
Never (What a surprise)

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Stephanie Mills

Stephanie Dorthea Mills (born March 22, 1957) is an American R&B and soul singer, and a former Broadway star. more »

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Written by: James Mtume, Reggie Lucas

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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10 facts about this song

Recording Artist
"Never Knew Love Like This Before" is a song sung by the American R&B and soul artist Stephanie Mills.
Release Date
The song was released in 1980, emerging as a hit single from her fourth studio album titled "Sweet Sensation."
Genre Classification
Musically, "Never Knew Love Like This Before" falls into the genres of R&B and soul, showcasing Stephanie Mills' powerful vocal range.
Chart Success
The song was a significant success on the charts, reaching number 6 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 5 on the R&B chart in the United States.
Award-Winning Song
"Never Knew Love Like This Before" won Stephanie Mills a Grammy Award in 1981 for the Best Female R&B Vocal Performance, marking a huge achievement in her career.
Songwriters
This song was written by songwriting duo James Mtume and Reggie Lucas, who also produced the track.
Other Achievements
Besides its success in the United States, the song also peaked at number 4 on the UK Singles Chart, marking its international presence.
Enduring Popularity
Decades after its release, "Never Knew Love Like This Before" still remains one of Mills' best known and most loved songs. It is often played on R&B and classic soul radio stations.
Cultural Impact
The song regained popularity and exposure when it was featured prominently in the FX TV series "Pose", in the episode "Never Knew Love Like This Before", which was dedicated to the fictional character Candy Ferocity.
Cover Versions
"Never Knew Love Like This Before" has been covered by several artists over the years, including Mary J. Blige and French singer Chimène Badi, which shows its enduring influence in the music world.

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