You Saved My Soul

Burton Cummings

About You Saved My Soul

"You Saved My Soul" is a 1981 single by Canadian musician Burton Cummings, from the 1981 album Sweet Sweet. The single reached the top 40 in Canada and the U. S., and also charted on the Adult Contemporary charts of both countries, peaking at numbers 12 and 22, respectively. Originally written and recorded for the film Melanie, which starred Cummings and Glynnis O'Connor as a man and woman entering into a romantic relationship, the song won the Genie Award for Best Original Song at the 4th Genie Awards.  


Year:
1981
4:20
313 
#2

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We went together for so long
ev'ry second record on the radio seemed like our song
How we hurt each other; oh baby it was so wrong
something in the bottom of my heart will keep me holding on

'cause you saved my soul
you came along and took me out of the night time
Yeah you saved my soul
taught me to fly...and I gave my heart
and babe that's something that there's jut no returning
'cause if I have you now I'll never have to make it alone.

We were lovers for so long
every second record on the radio seemed like our song
even though we're older, things we're feeling can't be all wrong
something in the bottom of my heart will keep me holding on.

'cause you....(repeat chorus)
..............I'll never have to make it alone
Saved my soul; saved my soul
Saved my soul; saved my soul

You saved my soul....(repeat chorus)...
...............never have to make it alone.

yes if I have you now I'll never have to make it alone
yes if I have you now I'll never have to make it alone.

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Burton Cummings

Burton L. Cummings, OC,OM (born December 31, 1947, in Winnipeg, Manitoba) is a Canadian musician and songwriter. more »

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Written by: BURTON CUMMINGS

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8 facts about this song

Song Release and Recognition
"You Saved My Soul" is a single released by Burton Cummings, the lead singer of the rock band The Guess Who. The song is a huge hit in his solo career and gained him recognition as a singular artist.
Song Composition
It's one of the most popular ballads by Burton Cummings, showing significant prowess in songwriting and composition skills.
Charts and Sales
Although not as commercially successful as some of his previous releases, "You Saved My Soul" performed fairly well on the RPM singles chart, reaching the Top 20 in Canada.
Influence and Legacy
Its impactful lyrics and powerful acoustic arrangement have made this one of Cummings’ most remembered and highly requested songs.
Live Performances
This song is often included in Cummings' live performances and is a crowd favorite.
Song Recording and Production
The song showcases Burton's wide vocal range and his ability to deliver high-energy performances without the support of a full band.
Song Inspiration
The song is inspired by Cummings' personal experiences, reflecting his emotional journeys and struggles which resonate with many listeners.
Music Video
There is a music video for "You Saved My Soul" which features Burton Cummings performing the song passionately with only a piano as his primary instrument.

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