Loving You Is Sweeter Than Ever

The Four Tops

About Loving You Is Sweeter Than Ever

"Loving You Is Sweeter Than Ever" is a 1966 song by the Four Tops, on the Motown label. It was written by Ivy Jo Hunter and Stevie Wonder and peaked at #12 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs singles charts and #45 on the Billboard Top 100 singles charts. In addition to co-writing the song, Wonder also instrumentally contributed drums to the track.


Year:
1973
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I remember yet before we met
When every night & day I had to live the life of a lonely one
I remember meeting you
Discovering love could be so true
Shared by 2 instead of only one
When you said you loved me (when you said you loved me)
& we could not be parted (we could not be parted)
I said I built my world around you (built my world around you)
I'm so thankful that I found you (so thankful that I found you)

'Cause lovin' you has made my life sweeter than ever
I've never felt like this before
Lovin' you has made my life so much sweeter than ever

Each night I pray we'll never part
For the love within my heart grows stronger
From day to day
As best I can, I'll always try
To reassure & satisfy
'Cause I'd be lost if you went away
'Cause I really need you (really really need you)
& I need for you to need me too (need for you to need me too)
I have built my world around you (built my world around you)
I'm so thankful that I found you

'Cause lovin' you has made my life sweeter than ever, yes it has
Lovin' you has made my life so much sweeter than ever

'Cause I really love you (really really love you)
Girl, I'm thankful that you love me too (thankful that you love me too)
I have built my world around you (built my world around you)
& I'm truly glad I found you

'Cause lovin' you has made my life sweeter than ever
Oh it has, yes it has
Lovin' you, since I've been lovin' you, my life's sweeter than ever
Since I'm lovin' you, life is sweeter than ever

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The Four Tops

The Four Tops are a vocal quartet from Detroit, Michigan, USA, who helped to define the city's Motown sound of the 1960s. The group's repertoire has included soul music, R&B, disco, adult contemporary, doo-wop, jazz, and show tunes. more »

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Written by: Ivy Jo Hunter, Stevie Wonder

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Capitol CMG Publishing

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10 facts about this song

Song Composition
"Loving You Is Sweeter Than Ever" was written by Ivy Hunter and Stevie Wonder, marking one of the earliest songwriting credits for Wonder at Motown Records.
Release Date
The Four Tops released "Loving You Is Sweeter Than Ever" in 1966 as a single through Motown's subsidiary label, Tamla.
Chart Performance
The song peaked at No. 12 on the Billboard Hot 100 and at No. 2 on the R&B chart in the US, showcasing the group's steady popularity during the mid-60s.
Album Inclusion
Though it was initially released as a single, "Loving You Is Sweeter Than Ever" was later included in their 1967 album "Reach Out."
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by a number of artists, including Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross & The Supremes, Nick Kamen and Phil Collins. This demonstrates the song's timeless appeal across various generations of music lovers.
Musical Style
"Loving You Is Sweeter Than Ever" is textbook Motown, featuring an infectious beat, prominent bass line, and the Four Tops' signature harmonies, which was considered a hallmark of their groundbreaking soulful sound in the 1960s.
Iconic Group
The Four Tops, the band that performed "Loving You Is Sweeter Than Ever," are considered one of Motown's greatest artists, known for their raw vocal power and emotional performances that helped shape the sound of the soul and R&B genres.
Stevie Wonder's Involvement
It is noteworthy that, despite being visually impaired, Stevie Wonder had a significant role in the creation of "Loving You is Sweeter Than Ever", which is a testament to his remarkable talent as a songwriter and musician.
Legacy
The song, like many of The Four Tops' hits, has stood the test of time. It continues to be played on oldies and Motown-themed radio stations, underscoring its enduring popularity and influence.
Cultural Impact
"Loving You Is Sweeter Than Ever" is often associated with the 1960s civil rights era. The music of the Four Tops, among other Motown artists, provided a soundtrack for this transformative period in American history.

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