Ain't Understanding Mellow
Jerry Butler, Jerry Butler & the Impressions
Become A Better Singer In Only 30 Days, With Easy Video Lessons!
Ohhh I thank God for you (I thank God, I thank God) You were woman enough, girl not to try to hide (Didn't try to hide it baby) [Repeat x2] Didn't try to hide your love For this other guy, hey No need to explain Ohhh I thank the angels for you That you were woman enough try to make it easier for me (Try to make it easy) [Repeat x3] Where ever, say it, where ever you go I want you to know, you have but to call on me And I'll be right by your side Ohhh I thank God for you (I thank God, I thank God) For it's very nice to see There's a man who understands how hard it is (So understanding baby) [Repeat x2] To take your hand and try to explain Ohhh Thank the angels for you Your the kind of man your are To be so understanding, well (So understanding) [Repeat x3] Where ever you go You have but to call on me And I'm gonna be right by your side, yes I will Ohhh I thank God above That we were able to see Just how wrong we were Ain't understanding mellow [Repeat x2] Baby Ohhh, when you wake up in the morning baby Ohhh, ain't it mellow I just couldn't do without it
Become A Better Singer In Only 30 Days, With Easy Video Lessons!
2 fans
Written by: HERSCHOLT POLK, HOMER TALBERT
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
10 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Ain't Understanding Mellow" is categorized under the R&B and Soul music genres.
|
Chart AchievementsThe song reached number 3 on the American R&B charts and number 21 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1971.
|
Singing PartnersThe song was a duet by Jerry Butler and Brenda Lee Eager. While Jerry Butler was a well-known R&B and soul singer, Eager was a new face in the music industry at the time.
|
Album Details"Ain't Understanding Mellow" was released as a single first in 1971. Later, it was included in Jerry Butler’s 1972 album, "The Sagittarius Movement".
|
Pause in Jerry's careerThis song marked a significant return of Jerry Butler to the R&B charts after a period of a few years when he struggled with the commercial success of his records.
|
Song CreatorsThe song was written by Homer Talbert III, but there is some controversy regarding the writing credits as both Butler and Eager have claimed the authorship of the song.
|
Cover Versions"Ain't Understanding Mellow" has been covered by various artists in different music genres, demonstrating its influence and popularity. For example, it was covered by Gladys Knight & The Pips, and also sampled by Grammy-winning rapper, Kanye West in the song “Wouldn't Leave”.
|
Cultural InfluenceThis song became an anthem for lovers and is still played on "oldies" and quiet storm format radio stations. It is considered a major contribution to R&B and soul music.
|
Recognition for the song"Ain’t Understanding Mellow" is one of the songs listed in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's 500 Songs that Shaped Rock and Roll, a testament to its lasting impact.
|
ReunionJerry Butler and Brenda Lee Eager performed the song together again during a performance in 2004, which was beneficial for both of their careers.
|
Citation
Use the citation below to add these lyrics to your bibliography:
Style:MLAChicagoAPA
"Ain't Understanding Mellow Lyrics." Lyrics.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 18 Apr. 2024. <https://www.lyrics.com/lyric/8264247/Jerry+Butler/Ain%27t+Understanding+Mellow>.
Powered by CITE.ME
Discuss the Ain't Understanding Mellow Lyrics with the community:
Report Comment
We're doing our best to make sure our content is useful, accurate and safe.
If by any chance you spot an inappropriate comment while navigating through our website please use this form to let us know, and we'll take care of it shortly.
Attachment
You need to be logged in to favorite.
Log In