That's the Way Love Is
The Isley Brothers
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As the bitter tears fall from your eyes a thousand times you ask yourself why the one guy you love has departed and you're left alone and broken hearted. Love just comes and it goes. How long it's gonna last, say, nobody knows. That's The Way Love Is, baby, (That's The Way Love Is, sure enough how it is.) That's The Way Love Is, sugar, (That's The Way Love Is, sure enough how it is.) I know you're walkin' down a lonesome road and your heart is carryin' a heavy load. I know you feel like you ain't got a friend and your whole world is cavin' in. Now's the time to be strong, you gotta forget him now that he's gone, and remember. That's The Way Love Is, baby, (That's The Way Love Is, sure enough how it is.) That's The Way Love Is, sugar, (That's The Way Love Is, sure enough how it is.) The road of love gets rough some times don't let it get the best of you. Said I've been hurt by love so many times, so I know just what you're goin' through. You wish that you were never born, you gotta forget him now that he's gone, just Remember. That's The Way Love Is, baby, (That's The Way Love Is, sure enough how it is.) That's The Way Love Is, sugar, (That's The Way Love Is, sure enough how it is.) Love is here today and gone tomorrow, (That's The Way Love Is, sure enough how it is.) All of your joys turn to sorrow, (That's The Way Love Is, sure enough how it is.) One day gladness next day sadness, (That's The Way Love Is, sure enough how it is.) Love is here today and gone tomorrow, (That's The Way Love Is, sure enough how it is.) All of your joys turn to sorrow, (That's The Way Love Is, sure enough how it is.) One day gladness next day sadness, (That's The Way Love Is, sure enough how it is.)
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Written by: Barrett Strong, Norman Whitfield
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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11 facts about this song
Song Origins"That's the Way Love Is" is a song originally recorded by Marvin Gaye for his 1967 "M.P.G." studio album.
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Song ReleaseIt was released as a single in January 1970 and became one of Gaye's biggest hits of the year.
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Billboard Chart SuccessThe song reached the top ten of the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at number seven,
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RIAA CertificationIt was certified gold for sales of over one million copies by the RIAA.
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Song's StyleThe song is notable for its sensual, passionate vocals and its sophisticated, layered instrumental arrangement.
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Cover Version"That's the Way Love Is" was covered by The Isley Brothers on their 1969 album, "The Brothers: Isley".
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The Isley Brothers' VersionThe Isley Brothers' version, although not as successful as Gaye's, is nevertheless highly regarded for its soulful performance and refined production.
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Popularity Among ArtistsOver the years, the song has also been covered by several other artists, proving its popularity in the music community.
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Marvin Gaye's LegacyThe song has since become one of Marvin Gaye's signature hits and is seen as a great example of his late-60s musical style.
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Gaye's Last SingleInterestingly, "That's the Way Love Is" was also the last single released by Marvin Gaye under the supervision of Motown founder Berry Gordy, Jr.
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Impact of the SongThe song’s lyrical content, exploring love’s ups and downs, resonates with many listeners, solidifying its timeless appeal.
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