About the song
The Righteous Brothers’ “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin'” is a timeless classic that has captivated audiences for decades. Released in 1964, the song became a number-one hit on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, solidifying the duo’s status as one of the most popular vocal groups of their era.
The song’s intro immediately sets the stage with a haunting organ riff and a rhythmic bassline. The Righteous Brothers’ vocals then come in, delivering the lyrics with a blend of passion and heartache. The lyrics explore themes of love, loss, and the pain of a broken relationship.
One of the song’s most memorable aspects is its iconic falsetto chorus, in which Bill Medley’s voice soars effortlessly above the music. The chorus’s repetitive refrain, “You’ve lost that lovin’ feelin’, yeah, you’ve lost that lovin’ feelin’,” emphasizes the song’s central theme of heartbreak and longing.
The song’s production is impeccable, featuring a tight rhythm section, lush strings, and a brass section that adds a touch of soulfulness. The Righteous Brothers’ harmonies are as tight as ever, with each member contributing their unique vocal style to the overall sound.
“You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin'” is a testament to the enduring power of music. Its timeless melody, evocative lyrics, and the Righteous Brothers’ exceptional vocals have made it a beloved classic that continues to resonate with audiences of all ages. The song’s enduring popularity is a testament to the duo’s legacy and their ability to create music that transcends time and genre.
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Lyrics
You never close your eyes anymore when I kiss your lips
And there’s no tenderness like before in your fingertips
You’re trying hard not to show it
But baby, baby I know it
You lost that lovin’ feelin’
Whoa, that lovin’ feelin’
You lost that lovin’ feelin’
Now it’s gone, gone, gone, whoa-oh
Now there’s no welcome look in your eyes when I reach for you
And now you’re starting to criticize little things I do
It makes me just feel like crying
‘Cause baby, something beautiful’s dyin’
You lost that lovin’ feelin’
Whoa, that lovin’ feelin’
You lost that lovin’ feelin’
Now it’s gone, gone, gone, whoa-oh
Baby, baby, I’d get down on my knees for you
If you would only love me like you used to do, yeah
We had a love, a love, a love you don’t find everyday
So don’t, don’t, don’t, don’t let it slip away
Baby, baby, baby, baby
I beg you please, please, please, please
I need your love, need your love
I need your love, I need your love
So bring it on back, so bring it on back
Bring it on back, bring it on back
Bring back that lovin’ feelin’
Whoa, that lovin’ feelin’
Bring back that lovin’ feelin’
‘Cause it’s gone, gone, gone
And I can’t go on, whoa-oh
Bring back that lovin’ feelin’
Whoa, that lovin’ feelin’
Bring back that lovin’ feelin’
‘Cause it’s gone, gone, gone