How Much Love

Leo Sayer

About How Much Love

"How Much Love" is a popular song from 1977 by the British singer Leo Sayer. It was the third of three single releases from Sayer's 1976 album, Endless Flight. The song was co-written by Sayer with Barry Mann. The song became an international Top 10 hit. Although it reached only number 17 on the U. S. Billboard Hot 100, it hit number 9 on the U. S. Cashbox Top 100, and number 10 in the UK."How Much Love" was a much bigger hit in Canada, where it peaked at number 4 and was the 57th biggest hit of 1977. It also reached the Top 10 on the Canadian AC chart. Chicago radio station WLS, which gave "How Much Love" airplay, ranked the song as the 62nd biggest hit of 1977. It reached as high as number 5 on their weekly singles survey. 


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2003
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How much love, do you need
Before you give your love to me
How much time, before it grows
How much love I want to know

What can I do
What can I say
The last thing I want 
Is to drive you away
How much love, does it take
How much love for heaven sake

How much love, how much love
Do I rush right in or do I hesitate
How much love
How much love, how much love

Am I tryin' too hard
Give me some kind of clue
There must be a way to get through to you
Should I come on strong or do I hesitate
Do I rush right in or do I wait

How much love, how much love
Do I rush right in or do I hesitate
How much love
How much love, how much love

I got so much love
Don't know where to begin
I'm pleadin' with you babe 
You've gotta let me in

How much love
How much love, how much love

I got so much love
Don't know where to begin
I'm pleadin' with you babe 
You've gotta let me in

How much love do you need
Before you give yourself to me
Should I come on strong or do I hesitate
Do I rush right in or should I wait

How much love
How much love

Do I rush right in or do I hesitate

How much love
How much love
How much love
How much love
How much love
How much love
How much love
How much love

Give me some kind of clue
There must be a way to get through to you
Should I come on strong or do I hesitate
Do I rush right in or do I wait

How much love
How much love

Can't help myself

How much love
How much love

Gotta let me in baby

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Leo Sayer

Leo Sayer (born Gerard Hugh Sayer on 21 May 1948) is a British singer-songwriter, musician, and entertainer whose singing career has spanned four decades. Sayer became a naturalised Australian citizen in 2009. Sayer was a top singles and album act on both sides of the Atlantic in the 1970s. His first seven hit singles in the United Kingdom all reached the Top 10 – a feat first registered by his one-time manager, Adam Faith. more »

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Written by: BARRY MANN, LEO SAYER

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11 facts about this song

Album
"How Much Love" is a track from Leo Sayer's fifth studio album, "Endless Flight", which was released in 1976.
Song Popularity
This song peaked at number 17 on the UK Singles Chart and at number 11 on the US Billboard Hot 100.
Song Writers
Midway in his career, Sayer began writing his songs, but "How Much Love" was written by Barry Mann and Cynthia Weil.
Hit Singles
"How Much Love" was one of the three hit singles on the album, with the other two being "When I Need You" and "You Make Me Feel Like Dancing".
Unique Style
Interestingly, this song continued to establish Sayer as a unique pop fusion artist, combining elements of disco, soul, and pop music.
Producer
Richard Perry, famed for his work with other notable artists like Harry Nilsson and Carly Simon, produced "How Much Love".
Iconic Lyrics
Known for its lyrics, "How Much Love," explores themes of love and yearning, which resonated deeply with listeners.
Turned Down
"How Much Love" was originally offered to Art Garfunkel but he turned it down, leading to Sayer taking the opportunity.
Grammy Nomination
Leo Sayer's success with "How Much Love," and other hits from the album led to a 1977 Grammy nomination as Best Pop Male Vocalist.
Cover Versions
Despite not reaching number 1, "How Much Love" was covered by numerous artists over the years, showcasing its enduring popularity.
Golden Era
Released during the so-called golden era of his career (mid-1970s), "How Much Love" is widely regarded as one of Leo Sayer's classic hits.

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