Your Good Thing (Is About to End)
Lou Rawls
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I don't have to beg you to hold me Cause somebody else will You don't have to love me when I want it Cause somebody else will Your so called friends say you don't need it When all the time they're trying to get it Look out Your good thing Is about to come to an end Your real good thing Is about to come to an end All those nights I watched the four walls I did not have to watch them all alone When other men said they wanted me I didn't have to tell them I was your very own You have all the love that I've got baby Even ice melts to water and gets hot Look out Your good thing Is about to come to an end Your real good thing Is about to end Gettin' myself back together Is gonna be a big problem I know But when the right man says he wants me You can bet I won't say no Cause your real good thing Is about to end Your real, your good thing Your good thing, baby Your good thing Your good thing Is about to come to an end Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah Your good thing Your good thing Your good thing, baby
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Written by: DAVID PORTER, ISAAC HAYES
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Release Details"Your Good Thing (Is About to End)" is a song originally recorded by American soul singer Lou Rawls in 1969.
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Chart PerformanceLou Rawls' version of the song became a major hit, peaking at number 18 on the Billboard Hot 100 and at the top of the R&B chart. It remains one of his most popular songs.
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AuthorshipThe song was written by Isaac Hayes and David Porter, who also worked as producers for this track. This duo was known for their significant contributions to the unique sound of Stax Records, a notable label in soul music history.
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Mable John's VersionAmerican R&B singer Mable John recorded a version of the track, which became a sizable hit in 1966.
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Context-Musical StyleThis song is marked by Rawls' rich, expressive baritone vocals and the orchestral arrangement, showcasing the luxurious soul sound prevalent in the late 1960s.
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Music VideoA promotional film clip was produced for the song, and it featured Rawls performing in a nightclub setting. It was considered a precursor to today’s music videos.
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LegacyThe song endured as a classic, and it was sampled or covered by various artists across different genres.
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Lyrics ThemeThe lyrics of "Your Good Thing (Is about to End)" speak of a romantic relationship on the verge of ending, as the woman in the relationship continues to cheat on her partner.
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RecognitionIn 1998, the Rawls version was included in the compilation "The Very Best of Lou Rawls".
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AccoladesAlthough it's not confirmed whether the song received any awards, Lou Rawls himself was a 3-time Grammy-winning artist, and this track certainly contributed to his success and lasting legacy.
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