You're a Special Part of Me

Diana Ross

About You're a Special Part of Me

"You're a Special Part of Me" was a successful duet single for soul singers and Motown label mates Diana Ross & Marvin Gaye, released in 1973. The original duet was one of the few originals featured on their famed album, Diana & Marvin, and was among the most successful of the songs the Motown label mates made reaching #4 on the Billboard R&B Singles chart and #12 on the Billboard Pop Singles chart.


Year:
1995
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You're a special part of me
Special part of me

That special tear I shed means you're a part of me
Thoughts of you running through my head
Means you're a part of me
Yeah, I'm satisfied to know you're a part of me

What I want to say is
All I want to say is
Is that I love you
'Cause you're that very special part of me
Oh, oh, baby

Every time you look into my eyes
(Yes, baby)
Can't you see what you mean to me
(Talk to me)

And every time you hear me speak your name
(Oh, baby)
Can't you tell what you mean to me
(Ah, mercy)

Oh, can't move the moon
You can't stop the passing time
Anyway by now you can't move this love of mine
Just as simple as the last rerun

What I want to say is
All I want to say is
Is that I love you
'Cause you're that very special part of me

Oh, when the morning comes I wipe the sleep from my eyes
Well, I can't wipe away what I feel inside
Can't find the cure for not having you around
(Sugar)
Oh I've searched far and near
Ah, but the cure just can't be found, no, no, no

That special tear I shed means you're a part of me
Thoughts of you running through my head
Means you're a part of me
I'm satisfied to know that you're a part of me

All I want to say is
What I want to say is
That I love you
'Cause you're that very special, very special

I love you, oh, words cannot explain
That I love you, sugar you're that special thing
I love you every time I shed that special tear
I love you every time I feel that special thing for you

I love you

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Diana Ross

Diana Ross is a Grammy Lifetime Award Winning entertainer and actress. She was born on March 26, 1944 to Fred and Ernestine Ross. Her birth name was Diane Ernestine Earle Ross. She is known for being the lead vocalist of the Supremes, who were Motown’a best selling act during the 1960’s and is one of the greatest girl groups of all time. Diana Ross is the mother of 5 children; Tracee Ellis Ross, Rhonda Ross Kendricks, Evan Ross, Ross Näess, and Chudney Ross. She has starred in many movies including Lady Sings The Blues, Mahogany, The Wiz, Double Platinum, and etc. She has 6 number ones, has made 116 singles, and has 25 studio albums. more »

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Written by: ANDREW PORTER, GREGORY WRIGHT, HAROLD JOHNSON

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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10 facts about this song

Release Details
"You're a Special Part of Me" was released in 1973 as part of Diana Ross and Marvin Gaye's album, "Diana & Marvin."
Chart Success
The song turned out to be a chart success. It reached number 12 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, and number 4 on the R&B Singles chart.
Duo Collaboration
This song marked one of the most successful collaborations between Diana Ross and Marvin Gaye, two legendary Motown artists.
Genre Classification
Belonging to the genre of rhythm and blues and soul music, the song is representative of the iconic Motown sound of the 1970s.
Song Reception
Critics praised the song's harmonious blend of Ross and Gaye's voices, as well as its pleasant, uplifting lyrics.
Lyrics Theme
The lyrics of "You're a Special Part of Me" explore themes of love, unity, and emotional connection between two people.
Vinyl Release
This song was also released as a 7" vinyl in the United States, under the Motown record label.
Album Sales
The "Diana & Marvin" album, which featured "You're a Special Part of Me", was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America, which indicates sales of over half a million units.
Music Television
"You're a Special Part of Me" is also featured in the American musical drama television series "Soul Train," which aired from 1971 to 2006.
Noteworthy Recognition
The song was recognized as one of the standouts from the "Diana & Marvin" album by both audiences and critics.

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