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Tom Moulton, Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes

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"The Love I Lost" is a song by American R&B group Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes. Originally written as a ballad by Philly soul songwriters Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff, the song was transformed into a disco song and features drummer Earl Young. It was released from the Black & Blue album in late 1973. Selling more than a million copies, it peaked at number seven on the US Billboard Hot 100 and spent two weeks at number one on the Billboard Hot Soul Singles chart. It also reached number 21 in the United Kingdom in early 1974. In the 21st century, the track has been the subject of extended re-edits by notable remixers Tom Moulton and Dimitri From Paris. A reimagining by R&B singer Sybil, credited as "West End featuring Sybil", was released in 1993, reaching number 18 on the Billboard Hot Dance Club Play chart and number three in the United Kingdom. 


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I can remember planning
Building my whole world around you
And I can remember hoping
That you and I could make it on through
But something went wrong
We loved each other
We just couldn't get along
Take a good look at me
I'm in misery, can't you see

The love I lost (the love, the love I lost)
Was a sweet love (it was a sweet love)
The love I lost (the love, the love I lost)
Was complete love (it was complete love)
The love I lost (the love I lost)
I will never (never) no no never
(Never) love again ooh

I can't remember nothing, no no
But the good times we used to share
I'm so sad and lonely
Without you my life is so dead
I'm sorry to say
You go your way and I'll go my way
It hurts deep inside
The day we said goodbye, but

[Chorus]
The love I lost (the love, the love I lost)
Was a sweet love (it was a sweet love)
The love I lost (the love, the love I lost)
Was complete love (it was complete love)
The love I lost ooh ooh
I will never (never) no no never
(Never) love again (I'll never love again)
I will never (never) no no never
(Never) love again ooh ooh ooh ooh
I will never (never) no no never
(Never) love again

The love, the love I lost, ooh
The love, the love I lost

[Chorus]

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Tom Moulton

Tom Moulton (born November 29, 1940) is an American record producer, and originator of the remix, the breakdown section, and the 12-inch single vinyl format. more »

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Written by: Kenny Gamble, Leon Huff

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Original Versions
The initial recording of "The Love I Lost" was by Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes feat. Teddy Pendergrass. This original version was released in 1973 under the label Philadelphia International.
Genre Identity
Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes' rendition of "The Love I Lost" is considered a classic in the genre of Philadelphia Soul and Rhythm and Blues (R&B).
Chart Performance
The original release by Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes achieved significant chart success, reaching the number one spot on Billboard's Hot Dance Club Play chart and number seven on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs.
Tom Moulton’s Contribution
Tom Moulton, a renowned music producer and creator of the remix, mixed the original version of "The Love I Lost," which contributed to its widespread dance club appeal.
Evolution Over Time
The track has been covered and reinterpreted by various artists over the years. In 1987, artist Sybil, known for her work in R&B and quiet storm, presented her version of "The Love I Lost", which also acquired notable success and visibility.
Dimitri from Paris Version
"The Love I Lost" was featured and reworked by French DJ and producer, Dimitri from Paris, in his 1997 album "Sacrèbleu". His electronic and house music twists gave it a fresh sound that brought the track to a new generation and audience.
Grammy Honors
The original songwriters, Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff, got recognized as part of their induction into the Grammy Hall of Fame as influential figures in the development of the Philadelphia Soul sound.
Notable Influence
Beyond chart success, "The Love I Lost" has been recognized as a song that has significantly influenced the development of dance music, particularly in the creation of the Disco and House music genres.
Legacy of the Track
The song has continued to have cultural significance, with multiple covers, remixes, and samples in both mainstream music and underground dance music scenes.
Different Interpretations
Each version of the song brings its unique touch, transforming the song in context of the prevailing music trends of its time, thus ensuring the enduring legacy of "The Love I Lost".

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