So Very Hard to Go

Tower of Power

About So Very Hard to Go

"So Very Hard to Go" is a torch song performed by American rhythm and blues band Tower of Power, issued as the second single from their eponymous third album. It was produced by the band and written by band members Emilio Castillo and Stephen Kupka, with Lenny Williams performing the vocals. The song is the band's biggest hit to date in the United States, peaking at No. 17 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1973."So Very Hard to Go" was covered by Filipino singer Martin Nievera for his 1999 album Return to Forever. The song appears in the 2016 video game Watch Dogs 2. 


Year:
2005
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Ain't nothin' I can say, nothin' I can do,
I feel so bad, yeah, I feel so blue.
I got to make it right for everyone concerned
even if it's me, if it means it's me what's gettin' burned.

'Cause I could never make you unhappy, no, I couldn't do that girl,
only wish I didn't have to love you do, makes it so, so very hard to go.
(backgrounds-So very hard to go)
'Cause I love you so, (backgrounds answer-So  very hard to go),
ah, I love you do.

2nd Verse:  I knew the time would come,
I'd have to pay for my mistakes,
I can't blame you for what you're doin' to me girl,
even tho' my heart aches.
Your dreams have all come true just the way you planned them,
so I'll just  step aside, I'm gon step aside and lend a helping hand then.

'Cause I could never make you unhappy, no I couldn't do that girl,
only wish  I didn't love you so, makes it so, so very hard to go.
(Backgrounds-So very hard to go)
'Cause I love you so (backgrounds answer-so very hard to go)
Oh, I love you so (backgrounds answer again-so very hard to  go)
And it ain't easy to walk away when a man love some body (so very hard to  go) hey, hey, hey, hey.

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Tower of Power

Tower of Power (or TOP for short) is an American R&B-based horn section and band, originating in Oakland, California, that has been performing for over 44 years. They are best known for their funky soul sound highlighted by a powerful horn section and precisely syncopated bass-guitar lines. There have been several lead vocalists, the most famous being Lenny Williams, who fronted the band between early 1973 and late 1974, the period of their greatest commercial success. Their biggest hits include "You're Still A Young Man", "So Very Hard To Go","Soul With a Capital S", "Soul Vaccination", "What Is Hip?", and "Don't Change Horses (In the Middle of a Stream)." more »

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Written by: EMILIO CASTILLO, STEPHEN DOC KUPKA

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10 facts about this song

Artist Origin
Martin Nievera is a famed Filipino singer, while Tower of Power is an American R&B-based horn section and band.
Cover Song
The version of "So Very Hard to Go" by Martin Nievera is a cover version. The original song was released by Tower of Power.
Release Year
The original song by Tower of Power was released in 1973 while Martin Nievera's cover was released later.
Chart Performance
"So Very Hard To Go" was Tower of Power's highest charting hit, reaching number 17 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the USA.
Album Appearances
The song was originally included in Tower of Power's 1973 album called 'Tower of Power'.
Musical Style
Both versions of the song maintain a classic R'sB style, reflecting the lyrical theme of a love gone wrong.
Songwriting
The song was written by Emilio Castillo and Stephen "Doc" Kupka, members of the Tower of Power band.
Martin Nievera's Recognition
Martin Nievera is widely recognized in the Philippines and other parts of the world for his musical prowess and respected for his renditions of classic songs like "So Very Hard to Go."
Distinctive Elements
The Tower of Power version is notable for its expert horn arrangements and soulful vocals, while Martin Nievera's cover is known for his powerful vocal delivery and emotional interpretation.
Live Performances
"So Very Hard to Go" remains a staple during live performances for both Tower of Power and shows of Martin Nievera.

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