Got to Have Your Love

Wondress, Mantronix

About Got to Have Your Love

"Got to Have Your Love" is a song by American hip hop/electro funk group Mantronix, featuring vocals from American recording artist Wondress. It was written by band members Bryce Wilson and Kurtis Mantronik along with Johnny D. Rodriguez, and produced by Mantronix. The song was released by Capitol Records in December 1989 as the lead single from Mantronix's fourth studio album This Should Move Ya (1990). It reached number four in the United Kingdom. It is recognized as the group's signature song.  


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2002
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Every time I close my eyes I can clearly see
The image of your smile shine through my darkest dreams
I never thought that I'd find myself this close, this close
To you, my dear, tell me what it means
I can feel your sweet caress wash away all the loneliness
That I once felt inside my heart
Boy, if you could read my mind I'm sure that you would find
What you've been searching for, what you've been searching for

Free me from despair (free me), there's so much to share
If you surrender to me
Whisper in my ears words I long to hear
Woo ooh-ooh-ooh ooh-ooh-ooh ooh ooh

(Gotta find a way to get into your heart)
Boy, I got to have your love
(Gotta find a way to get into your heart)
You know, you know, you know I need your love
(Gotta find a way to get into your heart)
Boy, I got to have your love
(Gotta find a way to get into your heart, ha-ha-heart)
You know, you know, you know I need your love, ooh

You're like an angel in disguise, I feel like I'm in heaven
When you walk my way you're such a mystery (such a mystery)
The butterflies I feel inside must be (must be), must be (must be)
A sign of love, no one can disagree
My desire for your love is like a new horizon
Only lovers see like you and I, I
Sacred love will be the start to sacred nights, our hearts
I'll love you till my dying day, until my dying day

Free me from despair (free me), there's so much to share
If you surrender to me (to me), to me, to me
Whisper in my ears words I long to hear
Oh oh woh woah oh

(Gotta find a way to get into your heart)
Boy, I got to have your love
(Gotta find a way to get into your heart)
You know, you know, you know I need your love
(Gotta find a way to get into your heart)
Boy, I got to have your love
(Gotta find a way to get into your heart, ha-ha-heart)
You know, you know, you know I need your love

(Gotta find a way to get into your heart)
Boy, I got to have your love
(Gotta find a way to get into your heart)
You know, you know I need your love
(Gotta find a way to get into your heart)
Boy, I got to have your love
(Gotta find a way to get into your heart, ha-ha-heart)
You know, you know, you know I need your love

Free me (gotta find a way to get into your heart) from this way
I want your love, got to have your love
Whisper (gotta find a way to get into your heart) in my ears
Got to find a way to get into your heart
Tell me (gotta find a way to get into your heart) that you are mine
Boy, I've got to have your love
(Gotta find a way to get into your heart, ha-ha-heart)

(Gotta find a way to get into your heart) free me from this day, yeah
(Gotta find a way to get into your heart) there's so much to share
(Gotta find a way to get into your heart) whisper in my ear

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Mantronix

Mantronix was an influential 1980s hip hop and electro funk music group founded by DJ Kurtis Mantronik (Kurtis el Khaleel), and rapper MC Tee (Touré Embden). Mantronix underwent several genre (and line-up) changes during its 7-year existence (1984–1991), from old school hip hop and electro-funk to house music, but the group is primarily remembered for its original, heavily synthesized blend of old school hip-hop and electro funk. more »

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Written by: Kirk Khaleel, Johnny Rodriguez, Brice Wilson

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10 facts about this song

RELEASE INFORMATION
The song "Got to Have Your Love" was released in 1989 by the electronic and hip-hop group, Mantronix.
CHART PERFORMANCE
Upon its release, the single peaked at number 4 on the UK Singles Chart, becoming Mantronix's highest-charting single in that region.
SINGER APPEARANCE
This song featured the vocals of a relatively unknown singer at that time, Wondress Hutchinson.
GENRE BLEND
One unique aspect of Mantronix's "Got to Have Your Love" was its blend of R&B, electro, and hip-hop music, showcasing the group's versatility in music production.
CRITICAL RECEPTION
Critics lauded the soulful female vocals and catchy refrain, as well as the lush, digital R&B backing track, making it an instant radio hit.
MUSIC VIDEO
The music video for the song is noted for its futuristic visual effects, reflecting the innovative style of the group.
ALBUM RELEASE
"Got to Have Your Love" was the opening track on Mantronix’s fourth studio album, "This Should Move Ya."
LINEUP CHANGE
This track marked a significant change in Mantronix's lineup with rapper Bryce 'Luvah' Wilson and featured singer Wondress Hutchinson joining the group's founder, Kurtis Mantronik.
SAMPLING
The chorus "Got to have your love" has been reused and sampled in other tracks over the years by various artists, demonstrating its long-lasting appeal and recognition.
LEGACY
Even after three decades since its release, "Got to Have Your Love," remains one of Mantronix's most iconic hits, showcasing their pioneering influence on the electro funk and hip hop genres.

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