I'll Be Loving You (Forever)
New Kids on the Block
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Yeah I'm not that kind of guy who can take a broken heart So don't ever leave I don't want to see us part The very thought of losing you means That everything Would go down under I'll be loving you forever Just as long as you want me to be I'll be loving you forever All this love's for you and me, yeah (I'll be loving you) I'll be (I'll be loving you) Loving you (The things you do) Yeah, it's forever (I'll be loving you) I'll be (I'll be loving you) Loving you, yeah I count the blessings that keep our love new There's one for me And a million for you There's just so much that I want to say But when I look at you All my thoughts get in the way I'll be loving you forever Just as long as you want me to be I'll be loving you forever All this love's for you and me, yeah (I'll be loving you) I'll be (I'll be loving you) Loving you (The things you do) Yeah, it's forever (I'll be loving you) I'll be (I'll be loving you) Loving you, yeah We've gone too far to ever turn back now This love will last forever I can see it all now (I'll be loving you) I'll be (I'll be loving you) Loving you (The things you do) Yeah, it's forever (I'll be loving you) I'll be (I'll be loving you) Loving only you, girl Oh girl I'll be loving only you (I'll be loving you) Be loving you girl
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Written by: LARRY JOHNSON, LARRY CURTIS JOHNSON
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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13 facts about this song
Authorship"I'll Be Loving You (Forever)" was penned by renowned songwriter and record producer Maurice Starr who discovered and managed New Kids on the Block.
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Release DateThe song was released on March 8, 1989, as the third single from their second album, "Hangin' Tough."
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Success HistoryIt became a massive success for the group, reaching the top of the Billboard Hot 100 charts in the United States.
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First Number One HitThe song is credited as the first number one hit by New Kids on the Block and established the boy band’s presence in the music industry.
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Unique EdgeThe song stood out for its smooth falsetto notes delivered by Jordan Knight, which became a characteristic of many NKOTB songs.
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Performance Legacy"I'll Be Loving You (Forever)" remains a staple in all New Kids on The Block concerts and always been performed by Jordan Knight himself.
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Music VideoThe music video of the song is notable for its quintessential 80s style, complete with neon lasers, classic wardrobe choices, and nostalgic choreography.
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Pop AppealDespite its pop-ballad nature, the song became highly popular across diverse crowds, helping New Kids on the Block gain a broader fanbase.
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Critical ReceptionResponse to the song was primarily positive, with critics lauding the catchy tune and Knight's vocal performance.
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Later VersionsJordan Knight, known for his solos in the song, later released his own updated version of the song during his solo career.
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LegacyThe song is regarded as a classic boyband ballad and remains a beloved number among fans of New Kids on the Block.
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Chart PerformanceBesides topping the Billboard Hot 100, the song also peaked at number five on the UK Singles Chart.
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Song's Theme"I'll Be Loving You (Forever)" is a sweet, romantic ballad promising eternal love—an underlying theme which resonated with listeners worldwide.
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