Take Time to Know Her

Percy Sledge

About Take Time to Know Her

"Take Time to Know Her" is a song written by Steve Davis and performed by Percy Sledge. It reached #5 on the Canadian pop chart, #6 on the U. S. R&B chart, and #11 on the U. S. pop chart in 1968. It was featured on his 1968 album Take Time to Know Her. The song was produced by Marlin Greene and Quin Ivy. The song ranked #54 on Billboard magazine's Top 100 singles of 1968.


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I found a woman 
I felt a true love
She was everything
I'd ever been dreaming of

But she was bad, I didn't know it
Her pretty smile never did show it
All I knew is what I could see
And I knew I wanted her for me

Took her home to mama
Mama, wanna see my future bride
Well she looked at us both
Then she called me to her side

She said son, take time to know her
It's not an overnight thing
Take time to know her
Please don't go rushin to do your thing

But I didn't listen to my mama
I went straight to the church
I just couldn't wait for that little girl of mine
When I got off from work
The preacher was there
So was my future bride
He looked at us both and he called me to his side

Take time to know her
Not an overnight fling
Take time to know her
Don't go rushin to do your thing

But it looks like every thing's gonna turn out all right
But then I came home from work a little early one night
And there she was kissin on another man
Now I know what mama meant when she took me by the hand

She said, take time to know her
Not an overnight fling
Take time to know her
Don't go rushin to do your thing
She said, take time to know her
Not an overnight fling
Take time to know her
Don't go rushin to do your thing
Take time to know her

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Percy Sledge

Percy Sledge (born November 25, 1941, Leighton, Alabama) is an American R&B and soul performer who recorded the hit "When a Man Loves a Woman" in 1966. more »

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Written by: STEPHEN ALLEN DAVIS, STEVE DAVIS

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10 facts about this song

Song Genre
"Take Time to Know Her" is classified as a soul song. Soul music places a lot of emphasis on vocal expressions accompanied by rhythms and often deals with themes of love and personal struggles.
Album Release
The song was released in the year 1968. It was included in Percy Sledge's the second studio album, which also goes by the same name "Take Time to Know Her".
Chart Performance
The song was quite successful in terms of chart performance. It reached number 11 on the Billboard Hot 100 and peaked at number 6 on the Billboard R&B charts.
Lyrics Concept
The lyrics of "Take Time to Know Her" are poignant, advising men to be patient in relationships and not rush into anything, specifically marriage, without getting to fully understand their partners first.
Notable Artist
Percy Sledge, the artist behind "Take Time to Know Her", is more famous for his number 1 hit, "When a Man Loves a Woman". However, "Take Time to Know Her" is considered to be one of his other top-ranking tracks, solidifying Sledge's reputation as a soul music icon.
Song Credits
The song was written by Steve Davis and produced by legendary soul music producer, Marlin Greene and Quin Ivy, at their own studio in Alabama, U.S.
Style and Mood
The song is renowned for its emotional depth and heartfelt delivery, characteristic of Percy Sledge. This is evident in the slow, rhythmic beat and Sledge’s powerful vocal execution that creates a soulful and introspective mood.
Critical Acclaim
Music critics often praise "Take Time to Know Her" for its intense, emotion-driven performance and meaningful lyrics. It is also hailed as one of the classics from the golden age of soul music.
Cover Versions
Several other artists have presented their renditions of "Take Time to Know Her". These include Bobby Womack, Johnny Adams, and B.B. King, showcasing the timeless appeal of the song.
Awards and Recognitions
Although "Take Time to Know Her" didn't receive any awards, Percy Sledge's contribution to soul music was recognized when he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2005.

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