About the song
**I’ll Turn to Stone** by The Four Tops is a classic soul song that has stood the test of time. Released in 1966, this track showcases the group’s signature harmonies and emotive vocals, making it a beloved favorite among music enthusiasts of all ages.
The Four Tops, consisting of Levi Stubbs, Abdul “Duke” Fakir, Renaldo “Obie” Benson, and Lawrence “Butch” Jones, emerged from Detroit, Michigan, in the early 1950s. Their sound, a blend of doo-wop, R&B, and soul, resonated with audiences and propelled them to stardom. The group’s ability to harmonize seamlessly and deliver heartfelt performances set them apart from their contemporaries.
“I’ll Turn to Stone” is a poignant ballad that explores the devastating effects of heartbreak. The song’s opening lines, “I’ll turn to stone, if you ever leave me,” immediately convey the depth of the narrator’s emotional turmoil. Stubbs’ powerful vocals capture the raw pain and vulnerability of a man who is utterly consumed by his love for another.
The song’s arrangement is both simple and effective. The instrumentation is stripped down, allowing the vocals to take center stage. The gentle rhythm and soulful melodies create a melancholic atmosphere that perfectly complements the lyrics. The bridge, in which Stubbs sings, “I’ll be a fool, for loving you so,” adds a layer of self-doubt and regret to the narrative.
“I’ll Turn to Stone” is a timeless piece of music that continues to resonate with listeners today. Its enduring popularity can be attributed to the group’s exceptional vocal abilities, the song’s emotional depth, and its timeless melody. Whether you’re a longtime fan of The Four Tops or discovering their music for the first time, this classic track is sure to leave a lasting impression.
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Lyrics
If you take your love from me,
I’ll turn to stone, turn to stone.
If your love I couldn’t call my own,
I’ll turn to stone, turn to stone.
I need your love in every way.
Your love I cling to
When things slip away.
Without your love
I’ll be lost and alone.
No reason for living
All purpose would be gone.
Without you there
For my eyes to behold
My life would be empty
My heart would grow cold.
If you take your love from me,
I’ll turn to stone, turn to stone.
If your love I couldn’t call my own,
I’ll turn to stone, turn to stone.
When I think of love,
I think of me and you.
When I think of happiness,
I think of us too.
You’re my yesterdays
And all my tomorrows,
The air I breathe
Everything I need.
If from my life
You were ever gone,
I’d fall to pieces
You I depend on.
If you take your love from me,
I’ll turn to stone, turn to stone.
If your love I couldn’t call my own,
I’ll turn to stone, turn to stone.
Darling without you
I’ll go on searching
With a lonely heart
That won’t stop hurting.
Sorrow would be written
On my face
All my tears
Would leave its trace.
I would be like a statue in a park
Cold and alone,
A man without a heart.
If you take your love from me,
I’ll turn to stone, turn to stone.
If your love I couldn’t call my own,
I’ll turn to stone, turn to stone.
Turn to stone, turn to stone
Just turn to stone, I’ll turn to stone.
If your love I couldn’t call my own.
I’ll turn to stone, just turn to stone,
I’ll turn to stone, turn to stone…