Love Like You and Me
Gary Glitter
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Hey, sunshine In the clouds above your head Words don't come easy When there's lonely days ahead There's a place for you and me Love can come so easily I'll reach out and take your hand Believe in me, you'll understand [Chorus] Love won't come to those Who don't want to believe in love It won't come to those Who don't want to believe in love Like you and me All we need is love like you and me I'll bring you sunshine If you'll only follow me Over the Rainbow On the other side you'll see There's a place for you and me Love will come so easily I'll reach out and take your hand Believe in me, you'll understand [Chorus: x2] All we need is love like you and me!
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Written by: GERRY SHEPHARD, MICHAEL FARR, PAUL GADD
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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9 facts about this song
Artist Background"Love Like You and Me" is a song performed by Gary Glitter, a British glam rock singer who achieved popularity in the 1970s. Glitter is best known for his hit "Rock and Roll, Parts One and Two."
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Release DateThe song was released in 1975 as part of Glitter's album "GG".
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Chart PerformanceThis funky beat track reached number ten in the UK Singles Chart and was a hit in several other countries as well.
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CollaborationThe song is co-written by Glitter along with his longtime producer Mike Leander. The two often collaborated on Glitter's hits including "Do You Wanna Touch Me (Oh Yeah)" and "Hello, Hello, I'm Back Again."
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Backing BandGary Glitter was often accompanied by The Glitter Band, who did not play on the studio recordings but were used for live performances. On his studio recordings, most of the instruments were played by session musicians.
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Genre"Love Like You and Me", like many of Glitter's hits, fits into the glam rock genre, known for its catchy pop hooks, rock rhythms, and flamboyant fashion.
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Controversial CareerDespite the success of songs like "Love Like You and Me", Gary Glitter's career was overshadowed by several legal issues, including being convicted for child sexual abuse.
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Continued PopularityEven after controversies, Gary Glitter's music, including "Love Like You and Me" continues to have a cult following. His signature stomping beat has influenced many punk and rock bands.
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Other VersionsIn 1981, a disco version of "Love Like You and Me" was released as a B-side to the 12" version of the single "You", featuring Anthony Goldsbrough on lead vocals.
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