Never Gonna Let You Go
Dionne Warwick
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I was as wrong as I could be To let you get away from me I'll regret that move for as long as I'm living But now that I've come to see the light All I wanna do is make things right So just say the word and tell me that I'm forgiven You and me, we're gonna be better than we were before Loved you then but now I intend To open up and love you even more This time you can be sure I'm never gonna let you go I'm gonna hold you in my arms forever Gonna try and make up for all the times I hurt you so Gonna hold your body close to mine From this day on we're gonna be together Oh, I swear this time I'm never gonna let you go Looking back now, it seems so clear I had it all when you were here Oh, you gave it all and I took it for granted But if there's some feeling left in you Some flicker of love that still shines through Let's talk it out, let's talk about second chances Wait and see, it's gonna be sweeter than it was before I gave some then but now I intend To dedicate myself to giving more This time you can be sure I'm never gonna let you go I'm gonna hold you in my arms forever Gonna try and make up for all the times I hurt you so Gonna hold your body close to mine From this day on we're gonna be together Oh, I swear this time I'm never gonna let you go Ooh oh, oh ooh So if you'll just say you want me too I'm never gonna let you go I'm gonna hold you in my arms forever Gonna try and make up for all the times I hurt you so Gonna hold your body close to mine From this day on we're gonna be together Oh, I swear this time I'm never gonna let you go Never gonna let you go Hold you in my arms forever Gonna try and make up for all the times I hurt you so Hold your body close to mine From this day on we're gonna be together Oh, I swear this time I'm never gonna let you go
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Written by: RHEMARIO A. WEBBER, KANDICE LOVE, DENISE RICH
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Composition"Never Gonna Let You Go" was written by Barry Mann and Cynthia Weil, two of the most successful and celebrated songwriters in the history of popular music.
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Original ArtistThe song was originally performed by Dionne Warwick, a legendary American singer, and television host known for her soulful voice. She is a six-time Grammy Award-winner, making her one of the most famous female vocalists in contemporary music history.
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Album and Release"Never Gonna Let You Go" was released as a part of Warwick's studio album, "Finder of Lost Loves" in 1985.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by numerous artists. Notably, Sergio Mendes' cover version of the song became a big hit, peaking at No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1983.
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GenreThe song is known for its romantic lyrics and smooth rhythm, placing it in the genres of pop, soul, and R&B.
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Critical AcclaimDespite not becoming one of Warwick's most popular songs, "Never Gonna Let You Go" does receive praise for Warwick's strong and emotive vocal performance.
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Musical ArrangementThe song is notable for its mix of soulful rhythm and blues with elements of pop music, showcasing Warwick's versatility as a vocalist.
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Song Theme"Never Gonna Let You Go" is a love song with a theme of loyalty and commitment. The singer reassures their love that they will stay with them through thick and thin, highlighting the theme of steadfast love.
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Songwriting LegendsThe writer duo, Barry Mann and Cynthia Weil, has also written other popular hits such as "You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'" and "(You're My) Soul and Inspiration," making "Never Gonna Let You Go" part of a celebrated discography.
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Chart PerformancesAlthough Dionne Warwick's version did not chart, the cover by Sergio Mendes was successful, earning the song broader recognition. It also peaked up at number two on the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart.
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