Your Good Thing (Is About to End)

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About Your Good Thing (Is About to End)

"Your Good Thing (Is About to End)" (written by Isaac Hayes and David Porter) is a 1969 single by Lou Rawls from his album The Way It Was: The Way It Is. The song reached number 18 on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart. The song was originally recorded by Mable John in 1966 peaking at #95 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #6 on the R&B Charts.


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I don't have to beg you to hold me
'Cause somebody else will
You don't have to love me when I want it, no
'Cause somebody else will

Your so called friends say you don't need it
When all the time they're trying to get it
Look out
Your good thing is about to come to an end
Your real good thing is about to come to an end

All those nights I watched the four walls
I did not have to watch them all alone
When other men said they wanted me (whenever someone said)
I didn't have to tell them I was your very own (think that I was)

You have all the love that I've got baby
Even ice melts to water and gets hot
Look out
Your good...

Gettin' myself back together
Is going to be a big problem I know
But when the right man says he wants me
You can bet I won't tell him no

'Cause your real good...

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Mable John

Mable John (born November 3, 1930) is an American blues vocalist and was the first female signed by Berry Gordy to Motown's Tamla label. more »

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Written by: DAVID PORTER, ISAAC HAYES

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Release Details
"Your Good Thing (Is About to End)" is a song originally recorded by American soul singer Lou Rawls in 1969.
Chart Performance
Lou Rawls' version of the song became a major hit, peaking at number 18 on the Billboard Hot 100 and at the top of the R&B chart. It remains one of his most popular songs.
Authorship
The song was written by Isaac Hayes and David Porter, who also worked as producers for this track. This duo was known for their significant contributions to the unique sound of Stax Records, a notable label in soul music history.
Mable John's Version
American R&B singer Mable John recorded a version of the track, which became a sizable hit in 1966.
Context-Musical Style
This song is marked by Rawls' rich, expressive baritone vocals and the orchestral arrangement, showcasing the luxurious soul sound prevalent in the late 1960s.
Music Video
A promotional film clip was produced for the song, and it featured Rawls performing in a nightclub setting. It was considered a precursor to today’s music videos.
Legacy
The song endured as a classic, and it was sampled or covered by various artists across different genres.
Lyrics Theme
The lyrics of "Your Good Thing (Is about to End)" speak of a romantic relationship on the verge of ending, as the woman in the relationship continues to cheat on her partner.
Recognition
In 1998, the Rawls version was included in the compilation "The Very Best of Lou Rawls".
Accolades
Although it's not confirmed whether the song received any awards, Lou Rawls himself was a 3-time Grammy-winning artist, and this track certainly contributed to his success and lasting legacy.

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